HVAC
Replacment Campaign
As we look ahead to the future, we are reminded that our parish, its buildings, its ministries, its worship, its community—belongs to all of us. Just as we maintain our own homes to keep them safe, comfortable and welcoming, we are called to care for our spiritual home with the same sense of responsibility and pride.
This is our church, entrusted to us, and it is our duty to preserve it for the generations who will follow.
With that in mind, we are beginning a multi-year funding campaign to replace 20 of our rooftop HVAC units. These systems are essential to keeping our worship spaces, classrooms, and gathering areas comfortable throughout the year. The age of these units is anywhere from 2 to 22 years old. Each replacement costs between $50,000 and $75,000, depending on the size. We currently have ten units that are on the older end of that range and responsible stewardship requires that we begin planning and funding their replacement now, rather than waiting for emergency failures.
This long-term campaign officially began on July 1, 2026. Because this is a multi-year effort, every contribution—large or small—helps us move steadily toward our goal.
There are three different ways to give. Simply, choose what works best for you:
Weekly envelopes
Text “HVAC” to 937-400-1866
Annual
Raffle
One of the easiest ways to support our HVAC replacement initiative is through our new fall raffle, Comfort Your People O’ Lord. Starting this Fall 2026, raffle tickets will be mailed to all parishioners homes. Each ticket is $50.
To participate, please fill out your tickets, place them with payment in the enclosed envelope, and drop them in the collection bins at the back of church or return to the parish office.
This year’s raffle will feature 11 winners:
· The top prize winner will receive 10% of the total raffle income
· Ten additional winners will each receive 1% of the income
So, the larger the participation, the greater the prize amounts. The drawing will take place on Monday, November 23, and we will contact the lucky winners.
Your generosity ensures that our parish remains a welcoming, comfortable, and vibrant place for worship, fellowship, and ministry. Together, we can preserve and strengthen the spiritual home that we share.
