FOR SUCH A TIME AS THIS.

Join in and help build His church.

THE VISION

We believe this “For Such a Time” statement found in the book of Esther speaks to Life Church and what we’re called to in our city. For Such a Time empowers Life Church to impact people through our church ministries and through outreach programs.

We believe that the For Such a Time initiative will allow everyone who is part of it to experience the faithfulness of God in their own lives as they put Him first and sacrifice for His Kingdom.

We believe that throughout these 36 months, we will raise the money needed to purchase a property of our own and grow as a church in our faith, reliance, and dependence on God.

let’s build this together

Please fill out the Pledge form towards For Such a Time before making your donation or setting up your annual giving. This allows us to track against our goal of raising $750,000 for our church building fund.

OUR CURRENT CHALLENGES

  • Life Church impact is stunted by set up/tear down requirements.

  • Limited space available to grow as a church.

  • Kids ministry/activities stunted by current meeting space constraints.

  • Life Youth growth stunted by set up/tear down requirements.

  • Limited availability for church events, such as worship nights, special guest speakers, conferences, etc.

  • Inability to hold additional classes and support offerings to our community due to not having control over the use of our own space.

  • Inadequate office space restricts our staff’s ability to effectively minister to the people of our church.

THE GOALS

RAISE $750,000 TO SECURE A PERMANENT LOCATION FOR LIFE CHURCH.

EFFECTIVELY COMMUNICATE PROGRESS DURING THE 36 MONTHS.

HELP PEOPLE EXPERIENCE THE FAITHFULNESS OF GOD IN THEIR PERSONAL FINANCES.

A LETTER FROM PastorS Tim & Steph

Life Church began in 2013 with a vision of reaching people with the Good News of Jesus and the life that He gives. We truly believe that Life Church exists For Such A Time as this.

Since Life Church began, we have seen countless people come to know Jesus in a real, personal way. We are blessed to see people baptized regularly, children being dedicated to the Lord, marriages restored, addicts set free, and the broken healed and restored...and Life Church is only just getting started.

However, with so many families, couples, and individuals joining and getting planted in Life Church, we can clearly see that the need for a facility of our own is only growing stronger. With the limitations we face in our current meeting space and the opportunities that would be afforded to us with a space of our own, we are endeavoring to make this a possibility for Life Church as soon as we possibly can.

For Such A Time is an initiative that aims to prove the financial support needed to bring this vision into reality. This is something that will take faith, sacrifice, and unity; it’s something that will take sacrifice from everyone who calls Life Church home, but it’s something that has the potential to make an eternal difference in the lives of our city, surrounding areas, as well as the world at large.

Together we can do this. Together we can continue to partner with Jesus and be a part of building His church. Together we can make a difference in our world that will be felt for eternity.

5 TIERS OF GIVING

We are encouraging everyone to find the annual commitment that you are comfortable with, but then to boldly choose the next level up. This is because we want For Such A Time to be a step of faith for us all. Nothing of significance has ever been accomplished without faith and sacrifice, and this initiative is nothing short of spiritual significance.

THE CHART BELOW ILLUSTRATES WHAT WE ARE BELIEVING TO ACCOMPLISH TOGETHER:

let’s build this together

Please fill out the Pledge form towards For Such a Time before making your donation or setting up your annual giving. This allows us to track against our goal of raising $750,000 for our church building fund.

MULTIPLE WAYS TO GIVE

Recurring Giving STEPS

  1. Go to the website’s giving page.

  2. Enter the amount and select “For Such A Time”.

  3. Select Frequency.

  4. Set date for first donation.

  5. Enter Email and Name.

  6. Input payment method.

REDIRECT DISCRETIONARY SPENDING

Skipping Starbucks and making coffee at home, giving up Hulu or Netflix, and turning pizza night into a homemade event instead of ordering out are some of the ways you may consider sacrificing towards the For Such a Time initiative.

INCOME TAX REFUND OR EMPLOYEE BONUS

Commit your tax refund, annual bonus, or a portion of it to the For Such A Time initiative.

UNIQUE GIFTS

Donating assets such as stocks, vehicles, boats, precious metals, etc., towards For Such A Time can all be creative ways to give. If this is a consideration, please contact Life Church for arrangements.

POSTPONING OR DELAYING PURCHASES

Choose to hold off on discretionary purchases in order to direct those funds to the For Such A Time initiative.

FAQs

WHEN DOES FOR SUCH A TIME BEGIN, AND WHAT IS ITS PURPOSE?

For Such A Time begins January 1, 2024, with the sole purpose of purchasing a building that will enable us as a church to not just continue but enlarge the kingdom impact we are having in our community.

HOW MUCH IS NEEDED FOR THIS VISION TO BECOME REALITY?

With $750,000 we will be able to secure a building that supports and strengthens the work of Life Church. There will be additional costs involved, such as building updates and expansions; however, these expenses will be addressed as they are faced.

IS THIS BUILDING INITIATIVE REALISTIC AND ATTAINABLE?

It’s fair to wonder if it will even be possible for us to raise $750,000 in additional giving over the top of our general budget in just three years, but external financial consulting firms put our goals well within the reach of our church. The truth is that it’s not just possible, it is very achievable if we apply the biblical principle of generosity in proportion to what we’ve been given. Each of us has a different financial capacity, but all of us have an amazing opportunity in this season to stop God’s invitation to live generously.

HOW CAN I BE A PART OF FOR SUCH A TIME?

We are asking everyone who is committing to be a part of For Such A Time to submit a Pledge Card and set up their giving online using the recurring option. This enables us to be able to effectively track our progress, provide accurate updates, and see the vision accomplished.

WHAT IF MY FINANCIAL SITUATION CHANGES AFTER I MAKE MY COMMITMENT?

While we hope that won’t be your situation, we also understand that the future is unknown. If your situation does change, you and your family would determine the most appropriate response. We would ask you to update us if changes are needed.

IS FOR SUCH A TIME TAX DEDUCTIBLE?

Yes. All givings toward For Such A Time are tax deductible, and all givers will be provided a tax receipt at year’s end.

CAN MY EMPLOYER MATCH MY CONTRIBUTION?

Certain businesses do provide contribution matching for their employees. Please contact your employer to see if they do offer this. All businesses that do participate in For Such A Time will receive a tax receipt at year’s end.

Questions? contact us

info@lifechurchgh.com

421 COLUMBUS AVE

GRAND HAVEN, MI. 49417