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As our church continues to grow, we are grateful for the opportunity to expand our space and strengthen the ministry taking place within our community. Construction is now underway in 2026. To finance this project, we are using a combination of investment funds and a line of credit, allowing us to manage costs responsibly while preserving as much of our long-term investments as possible. Gifts from previous generations are supporting the foundation of this work.

However, several important items that will directly support our ministry are not included in the construction budget. These items now require additional funding:

• Chairs for the sanctuary and parish hall, and tables for the parish hall – approximately $44,000
• Relocation of the organ to the sanctuary – approximately $25,000
• Kitchen appliances – approximately $101,000
• Additional audio-visual equipment – approximately $5,000
• Boardroom and sanctuary furniture – approximately $15,000
• Little Library area on Hughson – approximately $5,000
• Outdoor sign – approximately $20,000

Total estimated cost: $215,000

We are committed to minimizing expenses wherever possible. Funding for these items will come from a combination of community grants, partnerships with Out of the Cold (OOTC), in-kind donations from suppliers, and special fundraising events throughout the year. Our first event, a High Tea, is planned for June.

Most importantly, we invite you—our congregation—to take part. Every contribution, whether small or large, makes a meaningful difference. A gift today helps shape how we serve our community tomorrow. A chair is not simply a chair, and a stove is not simply a stove—they are tools that enable ministry, hospitality, and connection.

You can support this initiative in several ways:

• Make a one-time donation to the designated Building Fund
• Add an ongoing amount to your weekly giving
• Sponsor one or more sanctuary chairs (approximately $200 per chair)
• Volunteer at fundraising events
• Pray for the continued growth and impact of our church in the community

As we move forward, we do so together—with faith, generosity, and a shared commitment to our mission. Every gift is a blessing that helps our church remain a place where faith and community flourish. Download a copy of the fundraising campaign letter for instructions on how to donate to the building renewal.

If you are choosing to make a donation with your Sunday offering, please be sure to use your envelope from the current year as your envelope number may have changed from previous years. If you are visiting with us, please feel free to use the envelopes provided in the pews if you would like to make a donation. Please write your full name and address so we can issue you a tax receipt for your donation. Trinity appreciates your support.

A cheque can be made out to Trinity Lutheran Church and mailed to:
232 Fennell Ave. East
Hamilton, Ontario
L9A 1S7

Please indicate on the memo section of the cheque which group is to receive the donation.

By way of online banking, you can send your donation by email. No processing fee will be deducted from your donation. However, your bank may charge a service fee. If you wish to donate via Interac e-Transfer, please do the following:

1. Go to your online banking site and click on the link for an Interac e-Transfer.
2. Fill in the required information, including the amount of your donation. In the space provided for a personal message indicate your full name, your address, and if you’re a Trinity Church member your envelope number. This will allow us to issue a donation receipt to you. You can also indicate in the personal message if this is a donation to a specific Social Ministry Outreach program.
3. Where you are asked to provide the “Recipient’s email address”, enter tlchamilton2020@gmail.com.

It is possible to arrange for a regular monthly donation to Trinity by completing the form for the PAR program. Please download and fill out the PAR form. Mail your completed form along with a cheque marked “void” to:

Trinity Lutheran Church
232 Fennell Ave. East
Hamilton, Ontario
L9A 1S7

Alternately, the form with the cheque may be dropped into the mailbox at Trinity at 232 Fennell Ave. East. You also have the option to email a digital copy of the form, along with a copy of your void cheque, to Trinity Church at tlchamilton2020@gmail.com.

Changes to your contribution can be made at any time with a written request.

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