A: Based on conversations with our architect and bids we are receiving for construction, we will need to raise $200,000 to pay for architectural drawings, permits, material and construction of our new baptistry and patio.

A: We are asking everyone who loves our church to make an initial sacrificial gift and a 12-month commitment to help us reach our goal of $200,000.  It will take all of us giving sacrificially to reach this goal. Please pray about making both a Cash and a 12-month Commitment. Give God a chance to do a miracle in your life. Let him stretch your faith!

A: The Building for Life fund is kept separate from the general ministry funds. All Building for Life gifts will be used specifically for the areas of the initiative outlined in this packet. It is important to remember that our Building for Life gifts are to be in addition to our regular giving for the ongoing operation of the church. Otherwise, our day-to-day ministries would suffer.

A: Because Celebrate Baptism is a special project of the Building for Life initiative, we kindly ask that you continue your current support of Building for Life which is vital to paying down our debt and future of our church, and prayerfully consider increasing your automated giving to go toward the Celebrate Baptism Project.

A: I am reminded of the story of the poor widow whom Jesus honored because of her giving in Mark 12:41–44. When the woman gave two copper pennies – all that she owned – Jesus said,

“I tell you the truth, this poor widow has given more than all the others, for they gave a tiny part of thier surplus, but she, poor as she is, has given everything she had to live on.”

From her story we learn three important truths:

• Your attitude is more important than your amount in giving.
• It is always possible to give something IF we really trust God.
• God measures our faith by comparing what we’ve been given with what we have left over after we’ve given.

This is why our theme is “equal sacrifice, not equal gifts.” As you consider what a genuine “sacrifice“ will mean to you, I urge you to pray and ask God to reveal how much you should give. He will guide and direct you (Proverbs 3:5-6). Let him stretch your faith. Then respond in faith by simply doing what he asks (Mark 10:27).

A: Yes to all. When you give at BocaJourney.com via online giving, simply select “BUILDING FOR LIFE” under the “Fund” drop-down menu. Likewise, you can use your bank’s online payment option to send a check directly to the church office. Just mark in the memo area that your gift is for the Building for Life initiative.

You can also give via a simple text message. If you’ve never given to The Journey this way, text the word “Give” to 561.420.0606 to get started. You will receive an immediate text response with instructions on setting up your account (it takes less than 60 seconds). Then you can text any amount plus the word Life (i.e. 500 Life to give $500) to 561.420.0606 at any time.

If you would like to make a special, one-time auto-debit over and above your regular giving, call 561.420.0606 x301 – it’s quick and easy

A: Of course! Since The Journey is a 501c3 organization, there can be tremendous tax benefits for you by giving in-kind gifts. For information on this type of giving, contact Pastor Jason at [email protected] or 561.420.0606 x310.  You can also visit our website at www.BocaJourney.com/Stocks-Bonds for details and bank / routing information