The goal of For Generations to Come is two million dollars.

To follow our Lord's command to reach out and teach those in our community who do not have a relationship with Him. Statistics show that 60% of the Downriver population falls into this category.

Twelve months – plans call for construction to begin in May 2012 with completion in May of 2013.

They will continue at St. Paul. If necessary, Trenton High School will allow us to use classrooms.

No! No one will be pressured to ask others for pledges or money. No one will be asked to give more personal time than is reasonable. If we all help, we can do it together!

Team leaders for four teams have been assigned. Three of the teams require 50 people each to help. No one will be asked to serve on more than one team. You may volunteer to serve where needed or on a specific team. The teams are:
 · Advance Commitment Team – seeks to identify church leaders and hosts a large gathering where they can be inspired and encouraged to make their commitments before everyone else as an example and word of encouragement for the rest of the congregation. Tasks of Advance Commitment Team members will include RSVP phone calls to those invited and assisting at the gathering with name tags, seating, etc. 15-20 people are needed.

 · Information Distribution – will help distribute the information packets to all members of the church at all of our various services on two Sundays during February. 50 people are needed.

 · Invitation Team – will phone every household in the congregation to personally invite them to the worship services and fellowship activities associated with the All Church Event scheduled for March 18. Invitation Team members may also be asked to assist hosting functions at the All Church Event. 50 people are needed.

 · Response Call Team - will be responsible for phoning every household from whom a commitment card has not been received by one week after the special event on March 18. The caller will encourage those they contact to return their commitment card to the church before Celebration Sunday on April 1. 50 people are needed.

A member of one of the teams may contact you and ask for your help. Please say yes!

You may volunteer by filling out the form on this website or contacting someone in the church office. Specify a team or ask to serve where you're needed.

The goal of For Generations to Come is two million dollars.

A commitment card helps the church to understand what kinds of gifts to expect and when to expect them. By completing this card you allow the church to move forward with a thoughtful, wise financial plan.

Campaign commitments are intended to be over and above regular and ongoing church support. Without a registered commitment, we have no way of knowing where we stand in relation to accomplishing campaign goals.

Yes, all commitments matter because we all participate according to our ability. When God is involved, even five loaves and two fish could feed five thousand people!

You are asked to make a three-year commitment.

A commitment card is a statement of intent, not a contract. If your financial situation changes significantly, your giving should also change. Simply contact the church to adjust your commitment – let the church know about the change (increase, decrease, or timing) in your giving.

Yes, only our financial services staff has knowledge of pledges and giving records.

We are asking for a three year financial response that formally begins this spring. You decide your personal giving schedule – weekly, monthly, quarterly, one time gifts or asset transfers, or another schedule of your choice. Decide on a schedule that works for you; then, help the church understand your giving plan.

No! Participation and commitment are between you and God.

Contributions can be made by cash or check. Other forms of contributions can include the transference of title to marketable stocks, bonds, real estate, etc.

Pledge cards will be turned in on Commitment Sunday which is March 18. Pledges will begin to be received shortly thereafter.

Pray. Allow God to speak to your heart through His Word. Read Scripture passages such as I Chronicles 29:11-12, 14-16, Philippians 4:19, Luke 6:38, Deuteronomy 16:7, Mark 12:41-44 and II Corinthians 9:7. A daily devotional has been distributed with your information packet.

Questions can be addressed to Al Utter, For Generations to Come Program Leader, 419-345-3899 or send him a question via the "Contacts" tab on this website.