St Stephen's Episcopal Church

DEDICATING SUNDAY FLOWERS
Have you ever wondered how we get such beautiful flowers at St. Stephen's on Sundays? They are paid for by parishioners, who dedicate flowers to commemorate a special occasion such as an anniversary, a baptism, a birthday, a graduation, or in memory of departed loved ones.

The flowers on the altar and in the chapel are purchased and arranged by the Flower Guild, an important part of the St. Stephen’s Altar Guild. If you would like to dedicate flowers for a special occasion or memorial, you can do so by filling out a flower donation envelope found in the pews or by the Flower Donation chart located in the parish hall and dropping the envelope in the collection plate or by contacting Brenda in the office at 254-3770 x10 or Carol Miller at 283-6973 or by filling out the e-giving order form online - click here

The cost is $50 to dedicate flowers.

Your memorial or special occasion will be featured in the Sunday bulletin and mentioned in the Prayers for the People.

Frequently Asked Questions about Flower Donations:

Q. May I pick the week my memorial will appear in the bulletin?
A. Yes, you may. Please be sure to indicate on the donation envelope or to Brenda or Carol the particular Sunday you would like to donate.

Q. Someone has already “taken” the week I want, what do I do?
A. That’s OK. More than one memorial may appear in the Sunday Bulletin.

Q. Is my flower donation tax deductible?
A. Yes, it is. Your flower donations appear as a separate line item on your giving statement.

Q. May I pick any Sunday to donate flowers?
A. Yes. However, during Lent, the church is decorated with a Lenten arrangement of rocks and branches in place of flowers. Memorials and commemorations are still welcome during Lent.

Q. What are some reasons people choose for flower memorials?
A.
• To glorify God.
• Memorials for loved ones on their birthday or the anniversary of their death.
• In celebration of significant spiritual events, such as baptism, confirmation, ordination etc.
• To honor achievements or milestones, such as graduation, births, birthdays, anniversaries etc.
• For Christmas and Easter services.
• To honor a church ministry.
• In thanksgiving for family.

	St. Stephen's Episcopal Church Sunday Flowers

Home This Week Contact Us Directions Our Clergy Sermons Staff Children's Ministries Preschool Youth Formation Adult Formation Caretakers of Creation Music and Visual Arts Outreach Pastoral Care Planned Giving Stewardship About St. Stephen's St. Stephen's History Newsletter Your Wedding Links	DEDICATING SUNDAY FLOWERS Have you ever wondered how we get such beautiful flowers at St. Stephen's on Sundays? They are paid for by parishioners, who dedicate flowers to commemorate a special occasion such as an anniversary, a baptism, a birthday, a graduation, or in memory of departed loved ones. The flowers on the altar and in the chapel are purchased and arranged by the Flower Guild, an important part of the St. Stephen’s Altar Guild. If you would like to dedicate flowers for a special occasion or memorial, you can do so by filling out a flower donation envelope found in the pews or by the Flower Donation chart located in the parish hall and dropping the envelope in the collection plate or by contacting Brenda in the office at 254-3770 x10 or Carol Miller at 283-6973 or by filling out the e-giving order form online - click here The cost is $50 to dedicate flowers. Your memorial or special occasion will be featured in the Sunday bulletin and mentioned in the Prayers for the People. Frequently Asked Questions about Flower Donations: Q. May I pick the week my memorial will appear in the bulletin? A. Yes, you may. Please be sure to indicate on the donation envelope or to Brenda or Carol the particular Sunday you would like to donate. Q. Someone has already “taken” the week I want, what do I do? A. That’s OK. More than one memorial may appear in the Sunday Bulletin. Q. Is my flower donation tax deductible? A. Yes, it is. Your flower donations appear as a separate line item on your giving statement. Q. May I pick any Sunday to donate flowers? A. Yes. However, during Lent, the church is decorated with a Lenten arrangement of rocks and branches in place of flowers. Memorials and commemorations are still welcome during Lent. Q. What are some reasons people choose for flower memorials? A. • To glorify God. • Memorials for loved ones on their birthday or the anniversary of their death. • In celebration of significant spiritual events, such as baptism, confirmation, ordination etc. • To honor achievements or milestones, such as graduation, births, birthdays, anniversaries etc. • For Christmas and Easter services. • To honor a church ministry. • In thanksgiving for family.