The Church's base of U.S. coworkers and donors continues to rise at a nice pace. As of the end of November, we have 8,482 donors (an 18 percent increase over last November) and 3,397 coworkers (a 13 percent increase).

As in years past, our donors and coworkers play an increasing role in the financial stability of the Church. It is important that we continue to reach out to our readers to encourage them to be involved in what we're doing.

Our coworkers receive four letters a year from the president letting them know what the Church is accomplishing with their donations and how their funds are being carefully used. These mailings include a two-page newsletter excerpted from United News. New coworkers receive an offer for World News and Prophecy as well.

New donors also receive a letter from the president with an offer for the Bible Study Course.