Although everyone's contribution will be different, the Church uses the tithe (10%) as a benchmark by which all of us can gauge our gifts.
It is not optional to support one's parish financially; this has long been one of the six precepts of the Church. What is voluntary is how much one gives, even though the tithe is a scriptural benchmark.
At Holy Spirit, we have apportioned the tithe as follows:
For some, this goal may be hard to reach, others may decide to give more. Everyone's weekly gift should adequately reflect God's generosity.