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Atlee Community Church Newsletter November 2006 Above and Beyond A supporter of Atlee Community Church is seen in many different ways. The whole list is too large to mention, but here are a few; one might serve on the Greeter Team, or provide a hot cup of coffee from the Community Café, others volunteer with our new KidStuf & UpStreet programs (which are having a huge impact on families), some offer their support by helping with Student Ministries, or by providing administrative help in the office. In addition to this many give of their financial resources, which ultimately enables us to do ministry here at Atlee. So what is the purpose of this letter? We would like to inform you of our financial need. Over the last few months our weekly giving has been down substantially. At the beginning of the summer our giving went down as it typically does, however the giving has not returned to the pre-summer levels as it normally would this time of year. The weekly giving needed to meet budget is $19,530. Since September 1 our weekly giving has averaged $14,540. Since July we have withdrawn $55,000 from savings to offset the shortfall leaving us with very little reserve. At this rate our lack of finances will soon hurt our ministry efforts. Recently the staff and leadership met to discuss the seriousness of the situation. During the time together the suggestion was made that if just 300 people would give $200 above and beyond their normal giving we could make up the budget deficit. After more discussion and prayer the staff, the Spiritual Management Team and the Trustees decided to lead the way in this effort. Together they have pledged more than $7550 above and beyond their regular giving. On Sunday morning, November 12, Pastor Jeff issued a challenge. “We are praying and asking God to help us raise $60,000 by December 3rd. Specifically we are asking that 300 people be willing to give $200 above and beyond what they would normally give.” With just three Sundays to accomplish this, people responded the first Sunday very generously and sacrificially. Over 62 people gave more than $20,000 above and beyond their regular giving. God is so good! Pastor Jeff went on to say, “Now some of you are thinking there is just no way you can give $200. All I ask is that you pray and ask God what he wants you to do, but be careful because he might ask some of you to give more.” He continued, “Listen I am not asking you to give just to pay the light bill or the mortgage or even salaries. I am asking you to partner with us as staff and leaders of this church so that we can continue to provide a safe place for you to bring your friends, neighbors, and family members to so they can explore and experience God’s truth in their lives. Specifically I am asking you to give generously and sacrificially so that we can continue to provide the quality of ministry we have for the past 11 ½ years.” So, if you are willing to give, we are asking that you write on your check or on the envelope the words ABOVE AND BEYOND so that we can keep track of what is given and then be able to share with you what God does. God continues to confirm that we are on the right course with our vision to reach seekers and equip believers to love God, to love others and to serve the world. Recently, Atlee was asked to participate in a survey that was gathering information for the writing of a new book. Atlee was chosen as one of only 22 churches out of 14,000 because we averaged more than 26 baptisms a year over a 10-year period. How awesome is that!
Thank you again for your continued support! Sincerely, The Staff and Leadership of Atlee Community Church
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