Projects
We have identified various projects and funds that are not funded through our Operating Budget. These are funded primarily through the directed gifts of those who have a special interest in these areas. Some of the funds also employ fund-raisers to bring in funds for the project.
If you are interested in giving towards these special projects and funds, please designated your gift as identified below.
Approved Projects:
Building Repair Fund - Faced with an aging building, we find ourselves with major repairs, such as replacing a air-conditioning/heating units, and roof repairs. This fund supports the repairs as approved by the congregation, and is budgeted at $611,000.
Women's Centre Relocation - The women have outgrown the facilities they are currently using, and we need to remodel another area to make it usable for them. This project is budgeted at $50,000, and would welcome your support.
Video Equipment - Much of the equipment used to record our Worship Services is out of date. This project will upgrade to a High Definition camera, and some mixing equipment to tie the pieces together. $18,000 is needed for this project.
Car Ministry - We receive many cars as donations. These vehicles are passed on to needy single moms, families in special circumstances, and others who we are working with to make significant financial and spiritual changes in their lives. The cost of processing these vehicles, and ensuring they are road-worthy and safe is covered by this fund. Some vehicles that are less appropriate for the ministry are sold to help fund other repairs.
Women's Emergency Fund - Our Women's Ministry is very active, involved in the lives of women both in our church and in our community. We help some of these women get fresh starts, or make changes in their lifestyles through these funds that are available under the direction of our Women's Pastors.
Food Bank - Part of the Women's Ministry involves helping mom's, usually single mom's, with some resources as they have need from time to time. We solicit non-perishable foods as well as donations for this very active ministry.
Gary Cropley Support - Gary is a Community Chaplain, working out of and through Central Heights Church. Having worked in the community for many years, his extensive contacts allow him to reach into the lives of many families that might not attend church. Gary raises all the support for his salary and his ministry expenses.
Dick Hiebert Support - Dick directs our Caring Ministries. These include Divorce Care, DC4K (Divorce Care for Kids), Boundaries, and Relationships Courses. While partially supported by the church, Dick is responsible to raise some of his support through fund-raising efforts.
John Thoutenhoofd Support - John works with Young Adults and post secondary students. Much of the work involves mentoring UFV students. He also teaches the Young Adult class on Sunday mornings. John ministers on a part-time basis, and is responsible for raising his own support.
Library - Funds are solicited to help us increase the number of books and other materials in our library, and replace items as they wear out.