Pakikibahagi sa Pamana ng Kaharian ng Diyos

Pumupuri at nagpapasalamat tayo sa Diyos para sa Kanyang mapagpalang gawain sa pagtatayo ng Kanyang Simbahan sa Dover. Sa loob ng halos limampung taon, sagana Niyang pinagpala ang Grace Church—pinalalago ito sa maraming paraan at pinagsasama-sama ang mga tao sa iba't ibang linya tungo sa nagkakaisang pagsamba.


Kabilang sa mga biyayang ito ang mga mapagkukunang Kanyang ipinagkaloob, kabilang ang isang kahanga-hangang pasilidad at lupain na nagpapahintulot sa patuloy na pagpapalawak. Binigyan din Niya ng mga may talento at may kakayahang miyembro upang pamunuan ang isang proyekto ng pagtatayo habang patuloy na lumalago ang kongregasyon.


Sa pagpasok ng Grace sa susunod nitong panahon ng ministeryo, binigyan ng Panginoon ang mga lider nito ng isang pangitain para sa patuloy na malusog na paglago. Kabilang dito ang pagpapalawak at pagsasaayos ng ating mga pasilidad upang ang buong kongregasyon ay makapagtipon-tipon para sa pagsamba, pagtatatag ng isang nakalaang espasyo para sa pagiging disipulo at edukasyon, at pagpapalakas ng ating presensya sa komunidad—pag-aalok ng pangangalaga, suporta, at isang malugod na lugar para magtipon-tipon, lahat para sa kapakanan ng ebanghelyo.


Timeline ng mga Kaganapan sa Pagbuo ng Pamana at Pagdiriwang

  • Abril 2023 - Nagsimula ang talakayan tungkol sa pagdiriwang ng ika-50 anibersaryo ng simbahan sa 2028
  • Hunyo 2023 - Inaprubahan ng Session ang pagsisimula ng paglalaan ng pondo para sa pagdiriwang ng ika-50 anibersaryo
  • Hulyo 2024 - Inatasan ng Session ang Pastoral Staff na tuklasin ang posibilidad ng isang proyekto ng pagtatayo
  • Inaprubahan ng Sesyon noong Pebrero 2025 ang paunang plano para sa pagdiriwang ng ika-50 anibersaryo kabilang ang isang proyekto sa pagtatayo
  • Marso 2025 - Hinirang si Bernie Langer bilang tagapangulo ng isang komite na bubuuin para sa pagdiriwang ng ika-50 anibersaryo at proyekto ng pagtatayo
  • Hulyo 2025 - Ang Komite sa Pagtatayo ng Pamana ay nabuo at inaprubahan ng Sesyon at Unang liham sa buong simbahan na "Pagtatayo ng Pamana ng Diyos 1"
  • Agosto 2025 - Nagsimulang magpulong ang Komite ng LB bilang 4 na sub-komite: Konstruksyon, Pangangalap ng Pondo, Mga Kaganapan, at Panalangin
  • Enero 2026 - Pangalawang liham sa buong simbahan na “Pagbuo ng Pamana ng Diyos 2”
  • Pebrero 2026 - Nagpasya ang Sesyon na gawing unang yugto ng proyekto ng pagtatayo ang isang bagong Sanctuary. Ang pagdiriwang ng ika-50 anibersaryo at proyekto ng pagtatayo ay opisyal na pinamagatang "Legacy Building and Celebration." Ang slogan ng Legacy Building and Celebration ay opisyal na magiging "Inspirado ng Biyaya, Pagtatayo para sa mga Henerasyon"
  • Marso 2026 - Pulong Pang-impormasyon sa Buong Simbahan
  • Abril 2026 - Nagsimula ang mga paunang survey ng lupa at plano ng lugar
  • May 2026 - Grace-Filled Vision Dinner and start of a 3-year pledge fundraising
    • Can I change my pledge later?

      Yes. Your pledge is not a binding contract. We encourage you to prayerfully consider what you are able to give as the Lord leads you to give freely and cheerfully. If your circumstances change over the next 3 years, you may adjust your pledge amount at any time by submitting an updated pledge and noting the changes you have made.

    • What if I can only give once?

      That is perfectly fine. You may contribute one time or as frequently as you would like by spreading your giving over the 3-year campaign.

    • Should I still submit a pledge if my contribution is small?

      Absolutely. Every contribution matters. The emphasis of this initiative is not the size of the gift, but the opportunity for us to join together in the work God is doing through our church. Whatever amount you are able to give, we encourage you to submit a pledge and be encouraged that the Lord blesses the faithful generosity of His people.

    • Can I direct my regular tithes and offerings to the Legacy Building Fund?

      No. Our regular tithes and offerings support the church’s operating budget, including staff salaries, missions, ministry programs, building maintenance, and other expenses. The Legacy Building Initiative is intended to be above and beyond our regular giving so that the regular ministry of Grace Church can continue to thrive.

    • Do you accept non-cash contributions?

      Yes. You can support this building initiative through other contributions like stocks, digital currency, and real estate.

    • What are the best ways to give contributions?

      If you qualify, you can maximize your contributions by directing your giving through a Donor Advised Fund (DAF), Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), or Estate Planning.

    • What are we building?

      Our initial goal is to build a new sanctuary. We hope to raise approximately $3.7–$4.5 million over the next 3 years toward this project. While that is a significant amount, we trust that God is able to provide through the generosity of His people

    • What if we do not raise enough money?

      The Session and Legacy Building Committee will periodically review our progress toward the goal. During the 3-year period, if it seems unlikely that we will be able to raise sufficient funds, we will communicate openly with the congregation and seek the Lord’s guidance together regarding next steps, additional fundraising, or other options.

    • Will the church take out a loan?

      Yes and no. During the construction process, the church will most likely need to obtain a construction or bridge loan to cover project costs as they are incurred. Our goal is to raise enough funds to pay off all construction-related costs by the completion of the project. If we are successful in doing so, no long-term mortgage loan will be necessary. If additional funds still need to be raised after construction is complete, the Session will evaluate the remaining balance, determine the appropriate loan amount, and present a recommendation to the congregation. Any long-term borrowing would require approval by the congregation at a subsequent congregational meeting.

    • Do we need the funds now?

      Yes. Construction costs continue to rise over time. The longer we delay raising the necessary funds, the greater the cost of the project may become. Early participation helps us move forward more effectively and responsibly.

    • What if I cannot begin giving until later?

      That is completely understandable. Even if you plan to begin contributing at a later date, we encourage you to submit your pledge now. Knowing your intended commitment helps the committee assess our progress and plan responsibly for the future.