Heart for the house week 1

Intro- story of my time in Guatemala with building houses

The houses were not crazy special but what they symbolized and what the gave the chance for was huge…

A good foundation is the key to a bright future.

Matthew

The New International Version (Chapter 7)

24 “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. 25 The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock. 26 But everyone who hears these words of mine and does not put them into practice is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. 27 The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell with a great crash.”

A person or a church with a foundation built on anything other than Jesus is doomed.

In 1930 our church was started by a group of people desiring to reach people with the Good News of Jesus Christ. In our history……

At every season in our churches history, we have had to rely on faith and be focused on our mission, our why.

Our big why is to love people and lead them to new life in christ.

15 years ago we moved into our current building…… in that time we have baptized over 100 people, had many parent child dedications, hours upon hours of recovery ministry.

Watch this video…

Our church is the people not the building. Our building is a tool, not a temple.

Our building is an incredible tool for ministry.

Phase One - $23,000

Redo Lobby Floor/Office Wing- $7,000

Stage Redesign/Update- $6,000

New Camera Set-up- $6,000

First A/C Replacement - $4,000

Phase Two- $28,000

Updating Our Lights – $20,000

Exterior Paint- $8,000

Phase Three- $18,000

Two A/C Unit replacements -$8,000

Next Gen space(s) Refresh- $6,000

New Signage and Lobby Refresh- $4,000

Phase four- $15,000 (and beyond)

Investment/Endowment fund- $15,000

Total= $84,000

FAQ’s

Why are we doing these projects?

Our building is now over 15 years old and while we have tried to update and upgrade things as needed, we are starting to see more needs and we are wanting to help best steward our facility well and we want to be forward thinking.

When will we start the projects?

The cool thing about Heart for the House is that we really can begin a project as soon as we have the money for a project, meaning we could can do projects before a phase is fully funded.

What happens if you have overestimated on a project?

We will just roll those dollars over into the next phase that is being funded.

What happens if you have underestimated on a project?

We have tried to estimate on a slightly higher side with the hopes that we don’t run into issues but when in doubt we will seek guidance of the governance board and share with the congregation if needed.

Why can’t these things be funded by the general budget?

While God has been good to our church financially in this season, we are not operating with excess amount of surplus. These additional funds allow us to deal with some needed updates without putting stress on our budget and it allows us to pursue some dreams God has placed on our hearts.

Should I move my tithe over to Heart For The House?

Please no! Heart For The House is a generosity initiative that is designed to be giving that is over and above your normal tithes and offerings.

What is the timeline?

Our commitment Sunday is February 25th but people can give before then and our goal is complete Heart For The House by the end of 2024.

Brighter futures don’t just happen…they take intentionality, sacrifice, and faith.

A heart for God’s house will help lead to more of God’s lost children finding their way home.

Matthew

The New International Version (Chapter 5)

14 “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

We want to be a lighthouse that help people find safe passage to their home with their savior.

Understanding who we are and we want to be is the indicator of what we need to do.

“People don't buy what you do; they buy why you do it. And what you do simply proves what you believe” ― Simon Sinek, Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action