Financial Update: January – April 2026
Church Family,
As we look back at the first four months of the year, we want to share a quick update on how God is multiplying our resources and how your generosity is being put to work.
Overall, our finances are in a remarkably stable position. While a quick look at the raw numbers shows a massive jump in both our income and our expenses, this is actually due to a single, unusual event: we received and fully allocated a major $184,500 insurance claim settlement.
When you take that specific project out of the equation, our regular day-to-day operations are running smoothly and right on track.
The Big Picture (Operating Budget)
If we look strictly at our normal, day-to-day church operations, we are right where we expected to be:
Weekly Offerings: Our regular tithes and offerings totaled $258,774, which is incredibly close to our projected budget of $259,904. Thank you for your consistent, faithful giving.
Net Position: We finished April with a modest operational surplus of $2,198. This is great news, especially since we originally anticipated being slightly in the red (-$5,411) by this point in the year.
Ministry Highlights & Where Funds Went
Your giving directly fueled deep spiritual growth and vital outreach over the last four months.
Good Works & Outreach: We extended our reach significantly, dedicating $23,401 to local benevolence, disaster relief, and ministries like Caring and Sharing (which was heavily utilized during this period). We also continued our faithful support of our mission partners in Torreon, Mexico, and other fields.
Spiritual Development: Our ministries remain vibrant. Notably, the Ladies Retreat was a major success, bringing in $12,480 in registration revenue and utilizing $12,567 to host the event—meaning it essentially paid for itself while providing immense spiritual value.
Youth & Children: We invested over $13,200 combined into our kids and students, covering everything from curriculum and Bible Bowl to major events like LTC (Leadership Training for Christ).
Behind-the-Scenes Stewardship: We saw excellent savings in our operational costs. Our overall payroll expenses and utility bills both came in lower than we had budgeted, helping us protect every dollar you entrust to the church.
Looking Forward
Because of your stewardship, our ministries are fully funded, our bills are paid, and we are maintaining a healthy, balanced budget. We are deeply grateful for your continued generosity, your prayers, and your commitment to the work God is doing in New Braunfels.
2026 Budget Overview: New Braunfels Church of Christ
The 2026 Operating Budget is designed to support a vibrant range of ministries, from local outreach to global missions, while maintaining the church’s facilities and staff. The total projected income for the year is $850,750.00, with total expenses estimated at $846,413.98.
Budget Breakdown by Ministry Area
The budget is distributed across several key pillars of our church’s mission:
Ministry Category Budgeted Amount Key Highlights
Administration & Operations $733,058.98 Includes facilities, utilities ($41k), and staff wages/taxes ($455k+).
Good Works $39,350.00 Caring and Sharing ($20k), SOS Food Bank, and benevolent meals.
Youth Ministry $26,250.00 Wilderness Trek ($5.75k), mission trips ($6k), and LTC ($3.5k).
Connections $22,300.00 Fall Festival ($2.5k) and local outreach/benevolence ($6.6k).
Outreach & Missions $22,055.00 Support for Torreon ($8.4k), Philippines ($2.45k), and Karatu ($2k).
Spiritual Development $11,600.00 Adult teaching, Ladies Retreat ($3k), and Family Ministry ($2.5k).
Fellowship $11,150.00 Fellowship meals ($3.5k) and supplies for our church community.
Worship $11,000.00 A/V upgrades ($6k) and communion preparation ($3k).
Children’s Ministry $9,000.00 VBS ($1.2k), curriculum ($1.5k), and church events.
Funding the Vision: The 202 Family Units
To meet our Weekly Offering goal of $795,000.00, we have analyzed what it would take for our 202 family units to fully fund this mission.
Annual Giving per Family Unit: Approximately $3,935.64 per year.
Weekly Giving per Family Unit: Approximately $75.69 per week.
Important Contextual Note: We recognize that every family's financial journey is unique. Some families may not be able to reach the $76 weekly average, while others may be blessed with the ability to give significantly more. This guide is not a requirement, but an illustration of how we can reach our goals together. Whether your gift is above or below this average, every contribution is vital to the work of New Braunfels Church of Christ.
Summary Financial Health
Total Income: $850,750.00
Total Expenses: $846,413.98
Net Income: $24,336.02 26(This includes interest income of $20,000.00).
This budget reflects a commitment to fiscal responsibility while ensuring that our "Good Works" and "Outreach" programs remain a central focus of our identity in New Braunfels.
Ways to Give in 2026
In-Person: During weekly services via the offering plates.
Digital/Online: Through our website and processing system.
Automated: Setting up recurring giving helps the church manage cash flow for consistent ministry support.
Set up recurring giving or make one-time contributions each week by clicking here >> ONLINE GIVING PAGE
