Regular Giving

Dear Resident of Upper Stour

Do you, like me, value our church as the centre of our village?  It is here for everyone whether you worship there or not? It is here for our weddings, funerals, christenings and to turn to when we want time for our spiritual selves.

Upper Stour is a community of 4 churches (Bourton, Kilmington, Stourton and Zeals) that works with our schools, the young and the old, and in addition to welcoming anyone to our church services, provides support in time of need.

Maintaining our churches, paying the running costs and contributing towards the stipend of our rector is always a challenge.  Funds are raised from the regular donations by a relatively small number in our community, many of whom attend services but certainly not all, together with our fundraising activities.

This letter is to ask you if you would join those who help maintain your church by making a regular monthly donation.  As the Parish is a charity, we can boost your gift by reclaiming your tax through gift aid.  We would also love to hear from you if you would like to join us to use your talents in helping others and the church.

Donations range from £10 to 100 per month, the most regular amounts range between £25 to £50 a month.  Anything you donate will be much appreciated and will be kept confidential.

To see how you can donate, visit our website at  https://upperstour.co.uk/donate or email confidentially treasurer@agkemp.co.uk. You may also call him on 01747 840272.

If you would like to talk to someone within the Church about feeling alone or would like support for issues you are facing, email the Graham Southgate at rector@uswmb.co.uk or call him on 01747 476316.

With best wishes,

George Bullivant

Vice chair of Upper Stour Parochial Church Council