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Growth Starts Here 2026

Each year our church leadership sets an annual vision that we want to emphasize as a church; for 2026 that vision is Growth Starts Here.

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 "But GROW in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ."

2 Peter 3:18a

What are we asking God to do through us?

  • We want to motivate 100% of our congregation to take a tangible step towards spiritual growth this year.

  • We want to inspire more regular attenders to put their faith into action beyond simply coming to a worship service.

  • We want to see people break destructive patterns and experience freedom from sin.

  • We want to encourage individuals to focus their areas of ministry in accordance with their spiritual gifting.

  • We want to hear and tell stories of faithfulness with our witness to a world that needs Jesus.

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How will we accomplish this?

  • The Lead pastor will commit to casting this vision early and consistently to inspire the congregation toward deeper faith and spiritual growth.

  • Our congregation will be reminded and challenged to take a new step in their spiritual journey and then share their stories as a means of encouragement and accountability.

  • Our ministry staff and small group leaders should promote the vision in their areas of influence through clear communication and specific goals.

  • Our elders should ensure that this vision is being actively implemented, emphasizing the kind of activities that promoted growth in the early church [Acts 2:42-47; Acts 4:32-35].

  • As a church we will trust that ultimately God gives the growth [1 Corinthians 3:7-9]

 

What does a step of spiritual growth look like? It could be different for everyone, but here are some examples:

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  • Start a Bible reading plan Join us online - Click Here or download the PDF via button below

  • Join a small group - RC SMALL GROUPS PAGE 

  • Take a spiritual gifts assessment and then begin to exercise that gift - GiftsTest.com test

  • Become a member - RC MEMBERSHIP PAGE

  • Stop a bad habit and start a spiritually healthy habit (e.g., journaling, resting, fasting, memorizing Scripture)

  • Share your story of following Jesus with others

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