During last night’s business meeting it was suggested that we share with the congregation the total amount spent by the church on missions. As of November 30, we have spent $749,415.05 this year on missions, which is 21.7% of the church’s total expenses.

This includes not only those dollars from the church budget, but also the special mission offerings, designated donations to a variety of mission activities including Helping Hands and Apple Tree, as well as sending people on church-sponsored short-term mission trips around the world.

Over the last six years we’ve increased our missions giving an average of about 8% each year. In fact, since 2002, we’ve given over $3.8 million to mission efforts.  For those interested in the total amounts spent in other categories, or want other detailed information please email Alan Ivy or contact him at (254) 939-0705.