"And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved."
Acts 2:47

Giving Tuesday

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3

We shared our goal. Let's build a church!

 

New people continue to stream into FOF. We’re out of space! Mission 247 is the name of our expansion campaign. The Lord is adding to our numbers daily, and we want to give them a place.

 

This Spring FOF hopes to break ground on its new expansion. The goal is to be in by Summer 2026! The project costs $5 million. Our goal was to receive $3 million in pledges. As of Nov 24, we pledged $3,141,737.85.

 

This Giving Tuesday, make your first gift on your pledge. Or if you haven’t pledged, consider making a gift this Giving Tuesday. Any gift makes a difference, whether $100, $1000, $10,000, $100,000, or more. Ever dollar received is on less dollar borrowed. It builds the church and paves the way for more people to come to FOF.

 

You can give in one of three ways:

1. Give online (or click the big red button below). Select "Mission 247."

2. Write a check to FOF and memo "Mission 247" or "Giving Tuesday."

3. Text "Give" to 855-465-2720 and choose "Mission 247."

 

Thanks for considering! Thanks for investing in people being reached!


WHAT IS MISSION 247?

Mission 247 is the name of this campaign. Pronounced two- forty-seven, it’s referencing Acts 2:47 which says, “The Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.” Adding to whose number? Those first believers. God has been adding to our numbers. And it doesn’t look like it’s about to stop anytime soon.

 

We need room for them. And room for the ever-growing ministries by which we’re growing at FOF. Mission 247 is an expansion project that allows God to continue to add to our number daily those who are being saved, to practice discipleship better, and to worship as one body.

 

There’s also a play on words here. Because 247 also means God wants us involved in this mission as a church 24/7. It’s a daily thing. Not a mere hobby, but a life-call on us as a church.


IMPORTANT DATES

COMMITMENT SUNDAY - November 10

Here's where we encourage each of you to make a pledge to the Mission 247 project.

Whether you pledge a few dollars over the next three years or north of $500,000, this is the date to turn in a commitment card.


VOTERS' MEETING - November 24

Here's where we decide on whether to move forward with construction, and to what degree. Our board of directors will make a motion based on commitment cards received.

 

It takes place after church, starting around 11:30am (childcare provided). We'll have updated renderings to show you, and maybe more significantly, pledge amounts from the congregation based on commitment cards received. The motion our board of directors will propose will be directly tied to what happens on Commitment Sunday.


FAQs

WHY IS THE PROJECT CALLED MISSION 247?
WHY ARE WE DOING THIS?
WHY NOT JUST GO TO TWO SERVICES?
I LIKE THE CLOSENESS OF FOF. WON’T THIS FEEL TOO BIG?
WHAT DO WE GET FOR $5 MILLION?
DOES THIS INCLUDE ANY OTHER IMPROVEMENTS?
IS THIS THE ENTIRE PROJECT?
WHAT HAPPENS TO OUR CURRENT WORSHIP SPACE?
HOW MUCH DO WE NEED TO RAISE?
WILL WE BE FINANCING ANY OF THIS?
WHO WILL WE FINANCE WITH?
IS THIS EXPANSION ADDING ADULT CLASSROOMS?
WHY IS THE GIFT PYRAMID JUST FOR $3 MILLION AND NOT FOR $5 MILLION?
IS THERE ANY ATTEMPT TO REACH OUT TO OUR VIRTUAL AUDIENCE TO HELP FUND THE PROJECT?
IS THIS EXPANSION LEADING US TO A CIRCUS WITH NEW TOYS AS OPPOSED TO SPIRITUAL WELLNESS?
CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICS
DO WE NEED ALL THE MONEY RAISED BEFORE WE CAN BEGIN CONSTRUCTION?
WHAT IF IT ENDS UP COSTING MORE, OR WE DON’T RAISE ENOUGH?
WHAT IF WE RAISE MORE THAN WE NEED?
WHAT’S THE TIMELINE FROM START TO COMPLETION?
HOW WILL WE DO CHURCH DURING CONSTRUCTION?
WHAT IF WE OUTGROW THE NEW SPACE?
WHAT’S MY ROLE?
HOW DO I GIVE?
CAN I GIVE STOCK OR QUALIFIED CHARITABLE DONATIONS?
WHERE DO I GET MORE INFORMATION?
IF WE RAISED $5 MILLION, COULD WE THROW CLASSROOMS IN?
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY FOR ME TO CARVE UP MY TITHES?
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY WE CAN PRAY ABOUT THIS?
HAVE WE LOOKED INTO OTHER FUNDRAISING METHODS?
DO MEMBERS GET TO VOTE ON THE SPECIFIC DESIGN?

Download additional Q/A's from the 3 forums:


PROJECT TIMELINE


FUNDRAISING GOALS

Minimum Goal

$2.5 Million

This is the minimum we need to raise in order to make this project a reality. Any less jeopardizes our ability to move forward as planned.

Target Goal

$3 Million

This is what we hope to raise. It allows us to move forward with the project while keeping financing at sustainable levels.

Hallelujah Goal

$3.5 Million

This is what we’d love to raise. It keeps all the aspects of the expansion we love and takes into consideration unforeseen expenses with even more manageable debt levels. We can do it!

Miracle Goal

$5 Million

This would blow our minds. Imagine the financial freedom of building with little to no debt! Imagine what that would mean for
future ministry! God is capable. Do we have it in us? Are we collectively willing?


GIVING PYRAMID

If we want to pull this project off, it’s going to take more than generosity. It’s going to require sacrifice. What can you sacrificially give for the next three years over-and above your normal offerings?

 

Take a look at the pyramid. It projects one way we can reach $3 million. Which tier captures what you can give these next three years? Can you stretch yourself to go a step or two higher?

 

This October we’ll distribute pledge cards and be asking you to give. Prayerfully consider what you can do, and how God can stretch you. Take a leap!

 

Turn in your pledge at a big commitment Sunday on November 10. Then, start fulfilling it by giving between Dec 2024-2027. You can give it all at once or space it out however you’d like!

 

Just imagine if we all pitch in. Imagine how it will poise FOF for years to come.


CONSTRUCTION RENDERS


BOOKLET