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Gifts For All Generations A 3-year Capital Campaign seeking over and above gifts in Illinois & Wisconsin Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) |
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| As the people of God, we have been so richly blessed by all
who have come before us and established our congregations. Now, it's our
chance not only to give back but to "give forward" to the coming
generations. We can do that by joining with the Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ) in Illinois & Wisconsin in a 3-year capital
campaign to raise $2,250,000 to benefit a variety of "units"
within the life of our denomination and our CCIW Region.
STARTING NEW CHURCHES |
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God calls us to new life. As the population in our Region changes and grows, we as Disciples of Christ are called to start new congregations. Our New Church Establishment Committee will use $900,000 to help begin 3-5 new churches in the next 10 years. All of the new church models require the spiritual and financial support of the whole Region. |
| Faith Alive
Several years ago, Rev. Dr. Randy Williams, former
pastor at Centennial Christian Church, Bloomington, felt called by God to
become a pastor-developer of a new church start. It has taken many years
of prayer and hard work, but the endeavor is now blossoming into a new and
exciting venture. The focus of FaithAlive is to the unchurched
young adults in their 20's and 30's and is located in Peoria, IL. This new
program is committed to doing whatever it takes to reach this generation
for Jesus Christ.
Here's how the small group experience works. Randy and his wife, Linda, host small "Alive Groups" in their home to build community. These weekly groups include Bible study, a shared meal, accountability, worship with offering and communion. Mission Opportunities are often stressed. An apprentice is groomed who will take over a new group in 3-6 months. Each month, every group comes together for celebrations and worship. Presently, there is one group meeting weekly with another group scheduled to begin soon. To find out more about this growing and exciting ministry, log onto their website at <www.24x7alive.com> or contact the Rev. Dr. Randy Williams at this address. |
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