OK, a little more about GCC's vision.... If we're gonna be able to see that vision--leading people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ--become a reality, we'll have to continue to strive in our efforts to create a place where...

...everyone is welcome.

...the timeless gospel of Jesus Christ is accessible to people in our generation through relevant messages, contemporary media, and modern technology.

...people take their first steps in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

...people are challenged to grow more like Christ through continuing service and discipleship.

...we grow disciples, not converts; followers instead of spectators; contributors rather than consumers.

...preschool, children, and student ministries receive unparalleled resources to introduce kids to Jesus, lead them to faith in Jesus, and disciple them to become more like Jesus.

...authentic community drives our discipleship ministries to adults.

We've done OK in some of these areas over the past 16 months, but now's the time to raise the ante. And it won't just happen. It has to be intentional. There has to be a strategy. Think about it like this....

The strategy supports the vision. More on GCC's strategy tomorrow...

Hope you're getting excited!

Thayer