The joy of giving (and the misery of stinginess) is celebrated in sentimental stories like A Christmas Carol and Gift of the Magi, and reflected upon in sermons and yes, our Wardens’ recent Christmas letter, too. At this time of year it is traditional to review what we give for God’s work among and beyond us. Consider that the tithe, because it is an offering of first fruits (not what’s left over) blesses all the rest.