Questions:
What is our mission?
Our mission is to "Make Christ Known" in Lake of the Woods and in surrounding communities. By conducting this stewardship journey we can extend our outreach in the communities we serve, better serve young families in our congregation, increase our mission support, and devote more of our budget to our mission by eliminating our mortgage.
What is our expanded vision?
To call a new Pastor for Families and Outreach, to extend our outreach to the community, to increase our mission support, and to fund urgent capital projects.
Why is The Lake of the Woods Church in debt?
About five years ago the church built the Worship Center, Gathering Place, and Discovery Zone. At that time we combined an existing debt with the funds required to complete the building project into our current mortgage. The total amount financed was $1.75 million. The results have been nothing short of amazing; expanding our ministry to a growing youth and children population and bringing more contemporary worship experiences to our congregation.
What is the "Expanding Our Vision" Stewardship Journey?
The stewardship journey is a project that seeks pledged donations from our church family, the proceeds of which will be used to accomplish our expanded vision. We need to raise $1.8 million to initiate a new pastoral position, extend our community outreach, contribute directly to mission projects, and fund urgent facility projects. Paying off the mortgage and eliminating our debt will be the means to achieving our vision.
How much should I give?
That decision is up to you and your family. We urge you to pray, asking, "Lord, what would you do through me to accomplish your will in my church?" Your campaign commitment is separate from your tithing, so ask God to reveal how to make a sacrificial commitment.
Must my payment be spread out over three years?
No. If you're able to give in one lump sum, it's best for the church to receive your contribution up front. The sooner you are able to fulfill your commitment, the sooner The Lake of the Woods Church can achieve its vision. However, you may take the entire three years to pay off your commitment.
Are there other giving options?
Yes. Cash gifts, automatic deductions, stocks, mutual funds, life insurance, retirement assets, and other non-cash donations may be made.
