Annually, we set aside a day to give to God an amount above our normal tithes and offerings. Each year these offerings go towards a different project. Recently we've endeavored to resurface the parking lot (2020) and repair the roof (2021). Additionally, a percentage of the Ingathering Offering goes towards supporting local & global missions.
The concept of "ingathering" is rooted in Biblical practice, specifically from the Old Testament feasts of the Israelites. It refers to the Feast of Ingathering (also known as the Feast of Tabernacles or Sukkot), which is mentioned in passages like Exodus 23:16 and Exodus 34:22. This feast was celebrated at the end of the agricultural year to thank God for the harvest.
In our modern church context, the purpose of an ingathering is to bring together the collective resources—financial and otherwise—of the congregation to give thanks to God for His provision and to invest in the future of the church's ministry. This echoes the Biblical principle of tithing and firstfruits, where believers give a portion of their blessings back to God to support His work on earth. It is an act of communal faith and a recognition that all provision comes from God, and it is a way to ensure the church's physical infrastructure can continue to support its spiritual mission.
This year's project focuses on upgrading technical infrastructure in our church building. The work will include replacing the following:
Estimated Cost: $30,000
*Project costs may be divided into phases. Material costs are relatively fixed. Labor costs my increase over time. Any funds above and beyond the needs of this project will fund future IT needs.
Whether it's a child participating in worship for the first time, a family joining us online from across town, or a visitor walking through our doors seeking hope, every moment matters. But behind the scenes, the unseen tools that support these moments—our digital infrastructure—are reaching their limits.
Upgrading Wi-Fi, networks, and production gear isn't about buying nicer equipment—it's about removing invisible barriers to ministry, connecting people safely, and expanding the reach of the Gospel. Reliable technology creates a safe, uninterrupted space for our congregation to gather, learn, and grow together. When we remove technical glitches, we clear the way for the Gospel to reach beyond our four walls.
PRAY - Talk to God about what portion of His provision to you should be offered (above and beyond your normal giving). - Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. // 2 Corinthians 9:12
DONATE - You may give your offering online, by mail, or giving box (back of sanctuary) Please designate your giving to "Ingathering".