Revisiting the study Composition of the congregation – More than 20 years = 27% – years = 31% – 6-10 years = 17% – 0-5 years = 24% High participation rate – about 80% Overall view of the church – 99% favorable Level of involvement – 91% are involved
Building campaign related results Strong understanding of the design concept that was supported (97%) Strong support for the concept (92%) Solid support for a 3 year capital campaign (93%) Also, significant support for a second 3 year commitment period (82%)
Capital campaign goals A conservative 3 year campaign goal of approximately $1,300,000 A second 3 year commitment period would be expected to raise $1,100,000
The consultant’s recommendation Move ahead with the general concept as proposed in the feasibility study Carefully weigh feedback received through the study
The consultant’s recommendation Move ahead with the general concept as proposed in the feasibility study Carefully weigh feedback received through the study Launch a 6 year capital campaign with two 3 year commitment periods – Conservative goal for Period #1 = $1,300,000 – Conservative goal for Period #2 = $1,100,000 Targeted project budget of $4,500,000
YEARS 0-3 $1,300,000 Campaign gifts cover monthly costs YEARS 4-6 $1,100,000 Campaign gifts cover monthly costs YEARS 7-? General fund covers monthly costs Possible timeline: Project completion: Late 2015/Early 2016? Comprehensive plan to equip the body to support increased ministries
Next steps Elders – December 17 – admin elder meeting – December 30 – admin elder meeting – January 2 – full elder board meeting – January 8 – full elder board meeting January 20 – special congregational meeting
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