Is Your Church Building an Asset or a Liability?
From: David Graf, VP for Property Funding & Advisement at Orchard Alliance
What is the value of your church building to your ministry? It seems like a very basic question, and if you currently have a building, you'd likely say it plays an important part in your ability to carry out ministry. If you are part of a mobile congregation that leases space, you may recognize the value of a building more than anyone. But have you ever considered whether your building is truly an asset to your ministry, or a liability? Yes, we all need a place to worship and, yes, we all appreciate 24/7 access to ministry space, but beyond these practical functions, is your building helping your ministry or hurting it? Let's consider this from a few different angles.
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WAY TO GO DISTRICT FAMILY!
We recently received a note from Rev. Terry Smith, VP of Church Ministries, thanking our district for the increase in giving for 2018. Way to go District Family!
"Greetings from Colorado Springs! I am writing to say a big THANK YOU for the Mid-Atlantic District's 5.7% increase in GCF giving and 1.5% increase in Alliance Ministry giving in 2018. Your district's giving helps to advance the work of The Alliance around the world in this time of great opportunity."
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Urgent Request for Financial Support for One of Our International Worker Couples
Jeff and Betsy Lawrence, one of our international worker couples, are currently in the U.S. due to their daughter's health issues but anticipate a return to Papua in mid-July. When they return, they will be moving to Wamena. Due to this city's remoteness, the cost of living is going to be higher for them as everything is flown in. In addition, they are going to have to fully furnish their home there. They will need to buy everything from dishes and other kitchen items to bedroom and living room furniture, and large appliances, such as stove and refrigerator.
Would you help these international workers by giving?
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Nominate Names for C&MA Board of Directors
From the Corporate Secretary's Office
The 2019 Council Committee on Nominations invites accredited delegates to submit names for the C&MA Board of Directors. This is a four-year term, and the Board meets three times annually for two full days each.
For those wishing to nominate someone, please have the nominee complete the
attached Board Nomination Form. Return it, signed by the nominator as well, along with a current photo of the nominee, to Susan Close at the C&MA National Office,
closes@cmalliance.org.
Thank you for partnering with us to present eligible nominees!
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Missions Emphasis Dates 2019-2020
Don't forget to sign up for your Missions Emphasis!
Your church should have received an email with a link to sign up for Missions Emphasis 2019-2020.
If you have not chosen your dates for Missions Emphasis, please use the link below to select your dates.
There are only 2 spots left!
If you are arranging your own Missions Emphasis rather than using the District Office, please complete the following form:
Click here.
Any questions regarding Missions Emphasis please contact:
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Great Commission Day 2019 Reminder
 Here's a reminder for district churches to receive a Great Commission Day Offering. This offering is focused on helping us continue to send the approximately 60 new international workers who will be commissioned at Council. As you are likely aware, a generous Alliance donor has offered to match every dollar given up to $500,000. Here's the link for all GC Day information:
https://www.cmalliance.org/resources/church/2019/gcd/.
THANKS for your participation!
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Family Camp at Summit Grove
When: July 20-27, 2019
Where: Summit Grove Camp
140 South Front Street
New Freedom, P 17349
Come enjoy this event overnight or for the day.
No registration is required if only joining for the day.
For more information:
Contact: Darren or Jen Weller
at
717-964-8077.
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cmallianceKiDS Missions Giving Project
Back by popular demand-our cmalliancekids missions giving project! This is a great opportunity to point your churches to specific giving from kids to kids. The project works well as a part of VBS, Sunday school, or a midweek children's program. This year funds will go to the Family Village Orphanage in a Southeast Asian country. We have more information (including printable handouts and videos) about the orphanage, its needs, and how to give at
www.cmalliancekids.com/missions.
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May 27
Memorial Day
OFFICE CLOSED
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May 28- June 2
Alliance Council 2019 |
June 11
DEXCOM |
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NEW! Alliance Law and Culture Event
From the Corporate Secretary's Office
The next Alliance Law and Culture Event will be held
September 27-28, 2019, in Cincinnati, Ohio. If interested, mark your calendar. More details will be forthcoming.
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New Alliance Purchasing Program Partner
From Ken Baldes, Vice President for Operations/Finance
The NuQuo Group has recently joined the Alliance Purchasing Program. NuQuo has insider knowledge of the copier and printer industry that allows them to secure better terms, conditions, and pricing on copiers and printers from major manufacturers than clients could get on their own. The company recently assisted the National Office in selecting and negotiating the terms, conditions, and pricing of our new copiers-which is anticipated to save us 21 percent over the next five years.
I am confident that a call to NuQuo will result in significant savings for your district and churches too. To learn more, visit
NuQuo's website.
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Resonate is an annual orientation gathering for new Alliance official workers. Its purpose is to care for and invest in them as followers of Christ; link them with Alliance leadership and others in the Alliance family; and connect them deeply with the work of The Alliance locally and globally.
Resonate 2019's registration cost will increase by $20 at the end of this month. Important details related to registration, travel, and lodging can be found in the attached document.
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Job Opportunity at the National Office
The Christian and Missionary Alliance (C&MA) is seeking an experienced Project Manager. This is a full-time position located in Colorado Springs, CO. If you or anyone you know might be interested in this position, please click the link below for more information.
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Summit Grove is hosting a summer camp for student leaders on
July 28-August 2, 2019. This week is specifically designed to develop qualities in teens entering grades 8-12. If you see potential leaders in your youth, sign them up! Space is limited to 9 campers.
Cost: Registration by May 20th - $549
After May 20th - $569
For registration, go to www.summitgrovecamp.org/salt.
*Registration covers cost of all activities, food and transportation from and back to Summit Grove*
They are looking for a male and female leader to be part of this summer camp. Preferably a youth pastor or someone who can mentor the teen campers. They need to be willing to sleep in a tent, go white water rafting and spelunking. If you are interested, please contact Bill Klees at 570-647-9605.
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Personnel and Church Updates
Personnel Updates:
Church Closures or Status Change:
Church Location Changes:
New Church Plants:
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Fair Share & Church Planting Update
April 2019
Fair Share (YTD):
Budget: $313,094.08
Received: $300,594.68
Deficit: $12,499.40
Church Planting (YTD):
Budget: $145,833.33
Received: $143,974.60
Deficit: $1,858.73
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Share Your Stories!
Mid-Atlantic District Churches! We would love to share what God is doing in our churches to encourage and inspire other workers and churches in the district.
Send your church's social media account information and newsletter signup links to Yenory Orozco at
yorozco@cmamad.org. Or, if you have a specific story you would like to share, please send it to us!
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