christ is our foundation, generosity our cornerstone
2026 Stewardship Pledge
October 2025
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ:
Christ is the foundation upon which we build our lives and the steady presence who sustains us in all things. As Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 3:11, “For no one can lay a foundation other than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ.” A foundation, though strong, is not meant to stand alone; a cornerstone must join it together. This year, we celebrate one such cornerstone placed 100 years ago by the newly formed congregation of First Lutheran Church in downtown Sioux Falls. Today First Lutheran continues to build on Christ’s foundation through acts of service and generosity, which have become our cornerstone.
This stewardship season, we invite you to consider how this year’s theme, Christ is Our Foundation, Generosity Our Cornerstone, applies to your life. Whether you give of yourself through time, talents, or treasures, each act of generosity allows the ministries of First Lutheran to grow and flourish. Thanks to your bountiful support in 2025, we were able to continue the call process for a third pastor to faithfully serve this congregation. As we contemplate the next 100 years of this church, we look to all congregation members to guide us. A church’s growth and continuance can only be sustained through a healthy mix of all generations, from infants to centenarians.
Your pledge for 2026 will be a positive investment in youth and families, helping to feed their spiritual needs through programs such as Sunday and Wednesday School, confirmation, the Choir School, Wednesday night meals, and summer camps. Over the coming weeks, please consider how the ministries of this church strengthen you and your family and how you may freely give of your treasures. We encourage you to ask yourself, “How can I contribute to further building First Lutheran’s foundation?”
After prayerful consideration, please complete the enclosed pledge card and return it to the church or submit your pledge online at flcsf.org/pledge. Thank you for your continued generosity in supporting First Lutheran Church.
The season of stewardship is not only about giving our treasures but also about reflecting on how we share our time and talents. From singing in worship to mentoring youth to volunteering at the annual Bazaar, there are many ways to support the ministries of First Lutheran Church. Together, with Christ as our foundation and generosity as our cornerstone, we trust that God will continue to provide for us for the next 100 years.
God’s grace and peace be with you.
Stewardship and Giving Board and Senior Pastor Jason Burggraff
Thank you! Your support through prayer, time, talent, and financial contributions is greatly appreciated. Every gift matters, no matter how large or small, and each is part of the whole of First Lutheran sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ.
All members of First Lutheran Church are encouraged to participate in stewardship.