As we wrap up this incredible year, we’re excited to launch our annual Year-End Giving Campaign! In 2024, we’ve been living out our theme “Live for More”, and now we’re making a final, impactful push to see it through.
We are launching our Year End Giving Campaign on Giving Tuesday (December 3) and going throughout the rest of the year. Our annual Year End Giving Campaign helps us to meet current needs and empowers us to step into new areas of ministry in the coming year.
Our main area of focus for this year’s campaign will be getting the Wisconsin Rapids campus up and running! We’re so close to seeing this dream become a reality, and with your help, we can cross the finish line. Every gift moves us closer to reaching this community with God’s love and creating a space where lives will be transformed.
Generosity is an expression of our trust in God’s provision and a declaration that our treasure is truly in heaven. It’s a foundational part of who we are and how we worship as followers of Jesus.
Because of YOUR faithful giving, here’s what we were able to accomplish in 2024:
Charitable Donations (homeless outreach, single parent support, widow support, and giving to community organizations): $47,076.64
World Missions: $44,082.73
Guest Ministers/Special Events: $12,850.00
Total Given: $104,810.37
2022 Year End Giving Campaign: $40,739.65
Costa Rica Missions
In July, we had the incredible opportunity to send a team to Costa Rica, partnering with Pastors René and Elena Arellano, who lead Zoe Christian Church and Glory Christian School. These amazing ministries are making a profound impact in Costa Rica, and it was a privilege to come alongside them as they continue sharing God’s love.
Our team had the chance to serve in so many incredible ways, from leading worship and ministering to children, to distributing water filters that provide clean drinking water, and ministering to the elderly. Thank you for supporting this team!
North Carolina Missions
In 2024, our church had the opportunity to make a difference in North Carolina. In October, we sent a team to North Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Partnering with Samaritan's Purse, our team helped remove mud, clean out homes, and bring relief to those affected. What made this trip even more special was that it was fully funded by Refuge, thanks to the faithful generosity of you, our community. This meant that individuals could participate without any financial burden, allowing them to focus solely on serving and making a tangible impact.
Guest Speakers in 2024
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In April, we had the privilege of welcoming Bishop Wellington Boone, one of our Pastoral Overseers. We hosted a powerful Men's Night and a Leadership Breakfast, where we were truly blessed to receive his wisdom and insight. His teachings left a lasting impact and encouraged everyone who attended!
Make it stand out
In October, we were honored to welcome Gary McIntosh, another one of our Pastoral Overseers. His powerful message on the impact of an invitation left a mark on our church!
SPECIAL EVENTS
Make it stand out
In June, we hosted Ladies Night, a beautiful evening of connection and fellowship! We were blessed to hear an inspiring message from Rena Brown, who shared about Jesus being our Heart Healer. Her words touched our hearts, and it was such an encouraging time!
In September, we hosted our annual Back to Church Sunday, a free event open to the community. We were thrilled to welcome over 500 people, making it our BIGGEST year yet! Thank you to all our volunteers who made this possible.
This year was monumental for us as we celebrated 40 years of ministry! In October, we hosted a remarkable 40th Anniversary Celebration, and it was truly an unforgettable event that exceeded all expectations!
Compassion International
CRU - Campus Crusade for Christ - UWSP
Bishop Texford - Ghana
GNFC Africa - Ghana
Prayer Palace - Uganda - Bishop Grivas Musisi
ASSOCIACION FUTUROS LIDERES ZOE COSTA RICA - Rene Arellano
Tom & Nicole Barg - Chi Alpha - UWSP
ARC - Association of Relatable Churches - Church Planting
Dan & Sandy Winkelman - Missionaries
Behrman Ministries - Scott & Sue Behrman - Missionaries
Bishop Boone - Fellowship of International Churches - Refuge Overseer
Christian Law Association - Christian Legal Support
First Choice Pregnancy Center
Samaritan’s Purse
Destiny Point Women's Restoration Home
Al & Peggy Duda - Pastoral support - Sullivan, MO
LeSea Feed the Hungry - Humanitarian Relief Efforts
Living Waters Teaching - Mission to Central America
Gary McIntosh - Refuge Overseer
Purpose 21 - Gary & Lee Batt - Missionary
Rhema Bible Training College - Bible College
Salvation Army - Stevens Point
WCLQ - 89Q - Christian Radio
Paul Wilbur - Israel Outreach/Missions
RezLife Uganda - Provides schooling to boys off the streets
TransAct Hope in Stevens Point
Compassion in Action
