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
