It is a discipleship journey that expands our generosity and service at The Village Baptist Church. HIM is a Gospel-centered initiative calling us to give more sacrificially to advance our mission together. It will enable us to pay a portion of the building costs for our new facility and take advantage of the unique position, momentum, and future opportunities God has called us to prepare for as a church. 

That is between you and God. The point of HIM is 100 % participation as the Lord moves us all toward our next steps of generosity.  The goal is not to secure donors but to build disciples. 

The best way to determine how much to give is through prayer. After taking time each day to pray and study Scripture, we believe you will decide on a direction that fully honors God.

Yes, up to $1 million is available for deferred maintenance and new construction.

Yes, In the fall of 2023, a steering team began to meet with our master planning partners. In January of 2024, Focus groups began meeting with our partners to determine needs. This fall, the steering team will formally recommend moving forward with construction.

The initial phases will cost approximately $14-$15 million. The subsequent phase will cost roughly $5 million. 

In 2006 we had notes of nearly $10 million dollars. Today those loans are fully paid. Taking inflation into account, that would be $16.5 million dollars today.

Yes, lending will be a tool to prevent projects from stopping once they have started.  As God provides through His people, we will pay off the loan as quickly and aggressively as possible. 

Before our Generosity Journey began, monthly reports showed we could afford a monthly payment of $60,000. ALL for HIM, and capital infusion will prove to expand that budget significantly. 

The Bible does not condemn borrowing but offers important guidance on the subject. The book of Proverbs clearly speaks to the dangers of indebtedness. Taking on too much risk is dangerous, but wisely leveraging debt can be a tremendous tool for maintaining project momentum. Deuteronomy 15 acknowledges that debt was a common aspect of the Israelite community and included provisions for debt forgiveness. Jesus also addresses the need for careful planning in Luke 14:28-30, advising that one should estimate the cost before committing to a project. Summary:

• Avoid letting debt become a burdensome taskmaster: Debt should not impede your progress or cause undue hardship.
• Debt is not forbidden, but repayment should be prioritized: While borrowing is permitted, managing and repaying debt responsibly is crucial.
• Enter lending relationships cautiously: Approach borrowing and lending with careful planning, wisdom, and integrity.

VCA will have a new covered drop-off location and its own entrance, prioritizing safety and security. Firewalls will separate VBC and VCA access. Nearly 2,000 square feet of offices and classrooms will be made available for VCA use. 

In the summer of 2025, we will begin mobilizing construction.