While we experienced a small deficit in the first three months, this was somewhat less than the planned deficit. We plan for small deficits in the July to December timeframe due to the seasonal pattern of giving.
Through September, total receipts were $4,500 better than expected driven entirely by Offerings. Given that we saw a shortfall in Offerings during the Stub period, this is a positive start to the new year, especially since Offerings typically dip during summer.
Overall expenses were $6,600 lower than planned. This was entirely due to delayed payment of our Benevolence commitment to Synod and Mission Outreach partners, and the September custodial service. These payments have been made in October.
As a reminder, offering donations still run on a calendar year basis. As we enter the last quarter, please review your recent giving statement and prayerfully consider fulfilling your 2025 pledge so that we can sustain the ministries of Esperanza. Thanks be to God.
| September 2026 YTD | Revenue | Expense | Net Income/(Loss) |
| Actual | $84,991 | $88,060 | ($3,070) |
| Plan | $80,524 | $94,672 | ($14,148) |