St. Andrew, as a congregation, is a Matthew 25 church in the PC(USA). This means we have made a commitment to feed the hungry, welcome the stranger, clothe the naked, and visit the sick. Putting our faith into action, through direct service, education, and political advocacy, is a cornerstone of this congregation. Below are the special offerings we collect to support the larger Presbyterian USA missions.
Please join us in this journey of faith and action.
Together, we can make a profound impact and bring the vision of a just and loving world to life. Click below to see what St Andrew is involved with.
Supporting the Mission of the Presbyterian Church (USA)
Basic Mission Support: We support the mission work of the Presbytery of Santa Fe, the Synod of the Southwest, and the PC(USA) General Assembly through our pledges and offerings.
One Great Hour of Sharing: This Easter offering supports the Presbyterian Hunger Program (hunger, homeless, and affordable housing concerns), Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (immediate disaster relief at home and abroad), and Self Development of People (grants to locally run programs and cooperatives).
Pentecost Offering: 60% of this offering goes to PC(USA) programs for youth ministries, Young Adult Volunteers, and Child Advocacy. We retain 40% for local children-at-risk programs.
Peace & Global Witness Offering: This offering is received on World Communion Sunday in early October. 50% supports the General Assembly’s Peacemaking ministries, 25% is retained by the Synod and Presbytery for peacemaking projects, and we retain 25% to support our own peacemaking efforts.
Christmas Joy Offering: During the Advent season we are asked to support faithful servants of the church who are in need, as well as church-affiliated racial/ethnic schools and colleges. The Christmas Joy Offering is split equally between these two groups in our denominational family.