Sanctuary Project Goals:

  • Utilize all available space to meet the current needs of our church and to accommodate growth
  • We want to put our best foot forward with a space that is well kept & timely
  • Update foyer & create a Welcome Center at south entrance

 

Fundraising “faith-raising” Campaign

What do you mean, faith-raising?

I once worked with a pastor who got up and explained to his leaders that the upcoming capital campaign wasn’t a fund-raising campaign; it was faith-raising campaign, I look at what I can afford to give. Faith is seldom a factor. A commitment to a church capital campaign should be an act of faith in response to God’s prompting. A capital campaign done correctly will result in a renewed spiritual passion for all of those who take the journey. I have actually seen revival break out in a church as a result of the capital campaign because people were called to action, got on their knees, and encountered God! If your focus is on money, you will miss the spiritual benefits of calling people prayerfully consider what God wants from them. God doesn’t need people’s money. He wants what it represents: their hearts.

 

How can you be involved?

  • Pray about how God would have you participate in this campaign?
  • A pledge is a monthly commitment to give toward the Sanctuary Refurbishment

 

Target Timeline:

We would like to raise half of the projected costs to begin project: $110.000. We will repay money borrowed from operating reserves, to avoid high interest costs. God Willing, we plan to begin construction April 1, 2025.

Total Collected:

$261,478.78

From the Pastor:

Dear Church Family,

We've had quite a year! Adding 35 new members to our church and expanding our class offerings have helped grow our congregation in more ways than one. I'd like to sincerely thank you for making all the good we did this year possible with your generosity.

Our church has been a place of worship, solace, and service for many years, bringing people together in faith and fellowship. However, the sanctuary, which is the heart of our church, is in urgent need of remodeling. We are planning to undertake a renovation project that will not only restore the space to its former beauty but also improve its functionality, accessibility, and capacity to serve the growing needs of our congregation. The proposed remodeling will include 25% increase in seating, new carpet, refurbished pews and enhanced welcome areas.

As you may know, such a project requires significant financial resources, and we are seeking the generous support of individuals who share our vision for a vibrant place of worship. We kindly ask if you would consider contributing toward this effort. Any amount or support you can provide would be deeply appreciated and will make a meaningful difference in the success of this project.

There are several ways you can contribute to our new building fund:

  • Donate online at fbcJennings.com/vision
  • Bring an offering on Faith-Giving Sunday on October 27, 2024
  • Make a monthly pledge to V4F campaign fund
  • Direct your end of year giving to V4F
  • We are pleased to offer a meaningful way to honor a loved one through our Memorial Gift Program. For a contribution of $5,000, you can sponsor a pew in their memory, creating a lasting tribute within our sanctuary.

We ask that you begin pray about how you can be involved in this project. Your support will not only help transform our sanctuary but also ensure that our church remains a spiritual home for generations to come. Information about this project can be found at fbcJennings.com/vision. If you wish to discuss this further, please feel free to contact me at 337.824.3271 or eric@fbcJennings.com.

Sincerely,

Eric Sonnier

Pastor, First Baptist Church Jennings