November, 2007

Officers’ Retreat

We had our Annual Officers’ Retreat on October 27, and around thirty members came. Before the retreat, a few showed up to clean up the construction site as an effort to save money. We had a great time getting things done, and the retreat started on time! After praise and devotion, the theme “God’s Calling, our Passion” was introduced. We also tentatively set the Church Calendar for next year. Followed with small groups to share their Calling and Passion, we then prayed. Finally, all of us went on the building pad to visualize the first floor layouts, and all of us held hands to pray. It was awesome!

Building Project Update

We have officially applied to amend the Second Phase of the Building Project. This includes keeping the existing multi-purpose building and renting off-site parking. We should hear from the City in about a month. Please pray for the approval of this amendment. Not only does it mean we can save on construction cost, it also means we can keep the fond memories of dripping “blood, sweat and tear” when we physically built it ourselves twenty years ago.

We are also in the process of “Value Engineering” to cut cost. The Building Committee is planning to call a special meeting on November 18 to provide a complete building plan and budget. We are hoping to have a more manageable cost breakdown at that time.

Canned-Food Drive

Just like previous years, we will be collecting non-perishable food items and clothing in the month of November. All the collected items will be donated to the CityTeam Ministries the day before Thanksgiving. We encourage you to participate.

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