The consultant worked so hard for us here at First UU and the momentum he created is going to carry us through to our goal. One among the many things I appreciate about his work is how curious he was about Unitarian Universalism and the culture of this denomination as compared to other Christian denominations. He came to worship with us. He allowed us to edit his materials to take out what might “sting” our folks, and his self-deprecating humor put everyone at ease. The consultant led while allowing us to feel we were in charge. He trained and guided our leaders and they are confident that they can do what needs to be done. We’ve already raised more money than we could have without him, and we’ve still got half our visits still to go! The consultant’s presence was a great addition to the church’s atmosphere. We miss him!
Senior Minister
First UUC of Austin
Austin, Texas
703-399-0518
info@jdklote.com 



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.
