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Thank you for supporting the ministry of Church of the Good Shepherd. Our ministries help share God’s Love and impact hundreds of people in our community each year. Our church programs and outreach services are only possible with your generosity.

Make a one-time gift or set up a recurring offering:

Donate

Mail Gift To:

5700 South Prairie
Chicago, IL 60637

Text the word “Give” To:

(844) 972-2385

Drop Off Gift on:

 Tuesdays from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (mail slot middle door), or make arrangements to have someone pick up your donation by contacting Rev. Jesse Knox III, Senior Minister at (773) 684-6561.

Legacy Giving

Planned gifts enable individuals to support Church of the Good Shepherd even after their lifetime. It is a great way to create a meaningful legacy and help for generations to come.

There are several ways to structure your planned gift:

  • A bequest in your Will (no minimum)
  • A Charitable Gift Annuity (gift of $10,000+)
  • A Charitable Remainder Trust (gift of $50,000+)
  • Outright gifts of life insurance, an IRA, real estate or appreciated assets (no minimum)

Click below to learn more about planned giving and how to participate:

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How We Use Your Gifts

About Your Impact

I want to personally thank you for your donation to the Church of the Good Shepherd Congregational, UCC. We are honored to be blessed with your generosity. Donations like yours make a big difference in the work our Church is doing both within the Congregation and in the surrounding community. For without these donations, our Church can’t have an impact or influence in our community. With your support, we’re hosting small groups on topics that help people like you. Together, we can make a difference.

Tithing (giving 10% of your income) on a regular basis not only supports the work we do. It doesn’t just support local missions and community growth. It also demonstrates obedience to God by making his work a financial priority in your life.

Because we’re a tax-exempt nonprofit, this donation can be a tax write off. This letter serves as official proof of your donation, so keep it in your records for tax season. At the end of the year, we’ll also send you an annual statement documenting your generosity to the Church.

We greatly appreciate your ongoing support and want to let you know we’re here for you. If we can assist you and your family in any way, don’t hesitate to reach out. You are a valued member of our Church family, and your financial support is making a difference.

Thank you for supporting the Church of the Good Shepherd Congregational, UCC!

Sincerely,

Rev. Jesse Knox III

Our Church’s Wider Mission & Special Mission Offerings

Church of the Good Shepherd is a member of the United Church of Christ, and a portion of gifts help the Special Mission Offerings. These gifts sponsor vital ministries that bring hope to people in the U.S. and around the world. Our church has identified four areas where critical human needs exist:

In places lacking health and educational resources and/or where disaster has struck within systems of injustice which oppress daily life and opportunity
in the lives of church leaders without sufficient resources to live with dignity
in the nurture of youth and congregations just beginning their lives of faith.