We have been very impressed by the amount of work the consultant has been doing to see that the campaign is as successful as it can be, with the Lord’s help. We have also been very appreciative of him being on site for these number of months to consult, advise, and encourage us. The consultant has worked very well with our two pastors, and our two campaign co-chairs, and his commitment to being in the building during the workweek and Sundays has given him a good idea of who we (Shepherd of the Lakes) are, and what our vision and mission is.
The philosophy of friends explaining the campaign to friends, as much as possible, has already had so many added benefits for our congregation. Care and concern has improved through this. Klote’s commitment to having someone here for a significant amount of time as the campaign unfolded has been very valuable.
All in all we are pleased with J.D. Klote’s assistance, and in particular, the consultant’s commitment to this campaign.
Co-Chairs
Shepherd of the Lakes Lutheran Church
Brighton, Michigan
703-399-0518 
info@jdklote.com 
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Carmel Lutheran Church kicked off its ‘Hearts Compelled To Share’ capital campaign in record style. As of January 25th just 73 families of the more than 900 in the church had already committed $3.75 million dollars. That total represents not only the best kickoff to a campaign at CLC, it also represents the best campaign in total even though only 8% of the congregation has pledged so far.
The previous best campaign was just four years ago when CLC collected a total of about $3 million in pledges from over 425 donors.
"Jim Klote, president of James D. Klote and Associates, a capital stewardship consulting firm based in Fall Church, VA, appears on the big screen during his "All Things New" presentation at this year's Annual Conference session. Klote and Associates will conduct free stewardship education workshops for churches in all 18 districts of the conference this fall.
Participants listen attentively during the church stewardship workshop at Wright's Chapel UMC.The Virginia Conference sponsored series of stewardship workshops in each district is winding down, with two more district gatherings remaining in November.
