Kingdom Investment, Round Two

In 2021 we were able to pay off our church mortgage, freeing up $48,000 annually.  We decided to use these funds to impact the world in Jesus’ name - to make a kingdom investment.  As Kyle shared yesterday, this has allowed us to sponsor the Benchuk family as they resettle in the US from Ukraine.  It’s already time to start thinking about how to make a kingdom investment in 2023.  On Sunday after the service, we will gather in the gym at tables for about 20 minutes to hear your thoughts and ideas on how to make that investment in the coming year.  

Please start thinking and praying about ways that we can serve our community and world.  We are especially looking for ideas that allow for participation within our church family and are focused on our community, rather than on ourselves.  Ideas should also be connected to our church’s vision and personality.  For example, food ministries, refugee sponsorship, and housing would all be consistent with our values.  Thank you for participating in this endeavor by brainstorming and praying!

Kingdom Investment Update

In 2022 we will be using the funds freed up from paying off our building debt to make an investment in God’s kingdom.  Last month we shared with you plans to support a refugee family and participate in a home build with Habitat for Humanity.  Since then, we’ve been so excited by your encouragement and desire to be involved.  Our Kingdom Investment team felt that coordinating these projects will require a point person - someone who can communicate with partner organizations and support volunteers from FCC.  We’re happy to let you know that our Director of Student Ministries, Kyle Mullin, will be filling that role.

When we hired Kyle, we knew that directing our student ministries was not a full time position all by itself.  Once Kyle was established, we would be looking for another way for him to support God’s work at FCC.  This position is a perfect fit for Kyle.  Not only does it match his passion to help people in need, it will be a great opportunity to involve our students in this work.  As we move into these projects, stay tuned for updates from Kyle.  If you’d like to help out or have ideas, feel free to contact him at kyle@ferrysburgchurch.com.  Please keep Kyle and these projects in your prayers.