I Dream of a Church
2019 Giving Campaign
Thank you to the 41 households who have made financial pledges totaling $235,453 toward our ministry dreams in 2019. Each ministry area has estimated the cost of realizing our dreams (listed below) and reaching these goals. The current estimated cost for ministry in 2019 will be between $620,000 and $640,000. Your willingness to make a commitment to invest in this community of faith in 2019 is vital to our future.
Goals and Dreams for 2019
Developed by the Leadership Team based on the congregation’s dreams
Relationship with God
- Growth of Reverent worship
- Two guests every week in worship (total 104)
- All-church events for Lent and Advent
- Program for new believers
- Youth lead in worship monthly
- Scholarship fund for Bridgeport Summer Camp and Bible Camp for 3rd-5th graders
- Director of Music position
- To grow by 10% the number of households who make a commitment to give financially
Relationship with Each Other
- 4 new adult small groups
- All-church studies during Lent and early fall with participation by 50% of worshipping community
- Youth Connect growth by 10%
- Parent/youth communication enhancements
- Establishment of a college scholarship fund
- Comfortable and welcoming spaces for Vista Kids and United 345
- Scholarships for guests coming to youth events
- Fellowship events for musicians
- Support group for parents of babies/toddlers
- Fellowship outings for United 345
- Family connection opportunities for 3rd-5th graders
Relationship with the Community
- Every small group engaged with a community partner
- 50% of worshipping community engaged at least once with a community partner
- Program/event for new believers
- Provide monthly devotional for The Salvation Army lunch
- Music groups to Traveling Ministry; portable keyboard purchase
- United 345 to Traveling Ministry
- Churchwide clothing drives for The Salvation Army
- Participation in community parades and events
- Communications Coordinator position
- Additional community partnerships during Vacation Bible Camp
Prayerfully Consider How You will Invest in the Dreams of VRUMC in 2019
Submit your commitment card by using the following link. Your gifts, your prayers, your presence, your service and your witness matter and make a difference.
Vista Ridge United Methodist Church
Building life-giving relationships with God, with each other and with our community
Email: laurie@vrumc.org
Website: www.vistaridgeumc.org
Location: 2901 Denton Tap Road, Lewisville, TX, United States
Phone: 972.315.5225