Flock Talk - The FCC Newsletter (May 2007)

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Congregation Makes Decisions Regarding Finances for New Building!

At our congregational meeting on May 6th, a presentation was made by Doug Lambert, representing the Leadership team and the Capital Campaign Team, regarding some of the financial parameters of our anticipated new building. The following are those directives:

A goal of raising $350,000 was set to be raised over a 3-year period beginning June 1, 2007. We will break this down into increments of:
- Year One - $115,000
- Year Two - $115,000
- Year Three - $120,000
These benchmarks will assist us in realizing if we are on target with the project.
To increase our weekly budget need beginning June 1, 2007 by $250/week.
Once the above capital is raised, to agree to borrow up to 3 or 4 times our annual income of Faith Community Church.

These figures mean that the total building cost needs to be in the $800,000 range as opposed to the earlier presented figure of $1.15 million. The Building Team will strive to take the necessary steps to bring costs to the $800,000 level.

Note: More material was explained at the meeting. If you have questions about any of the above, please ask Doug Lambert, Building Team Chairman, or Mike Joseph, Capital Campaign Team Chairman.

Capital Campaign Team Name Selected!

The name of the team to assist our congregation in the raising of finances for our new building will be the Capital Campaign Team. It is made up of: Mike Joseph (Chairman), Jim Peak, Carol Nesselrodt, Ben Martin and Pastor Keith.

Natural Church Development Scores Received!

About 3 months ago, we had a survey taken of Faith Community Church that measures church health in 8 different categories. Based on the national average, we scored exceptionally well. Our two ministries where we scored the highest are Holistic Small Groups and Inspiring Worship Services. The two that we scored lowest on are Gift-oriented Ministry and Passionate Spirituality.

Steps are already being taken to address these needs. If you would like a free book to assist you in further understanding Natural Church Development, please contact Pastor Keith.

Classes Soon to be Offered Every Sunday!

Beginning early this summer, we will be offering two adult teaching opportunities on Sunday mornings from 9:00am - 9:50am. These classes will take place at the school. Childcare will be provided.

New Christians Class - A 13-week class for new Christians will be offered each Sunday, and the material will cycle over and over so that any new Christians can jump into the class at any point.
Adult Bible Fellowship - This class will deal with a variety of subjects and search as a significant discipleship arm of our church. It will deal with such subjects as: Lifestyle Evangelism, Spiritual Gifts, Prayer, Discipleship, etc.

Church Campout Set for July 27-29!

Plan now to join us for the 6th Annual Faith Community Church Campout.

New Location!!! New Market KOA
13 Reserved Tent Sites!
2 Reserved Trailer Sites!
5 Reserved Cabins!
Pavilion/Playground Close by/Clean and Close Restrooms/Pool/Wooded
Great Price!
Sign up will begin middle of June!
Sunday Baptism Service

You won't want to miss this event!!!

Sign on New Property!

Thanks to the donation of time, effort and materials by Top Bead Welding and Pilgrim's Pride, our new sign has been erected on the new property on Buffalo Drive.

Growth Rate at 15%!

Thus far in 2007, our growth rate is at 15% over last year's mark. Thanks for all you do to invite and welcome new people to our church.

Wedding Congratulations!

Congrats to Brant and Angela (Boese) Somma, who were married on Saturday, May 12.