Monday, June 20, 2011

FAQ's- Part 2



5.       Question:     Would donations be tax deducible?

Answer:  Yes, donations are tax deductible



6.     Question:     Why has the church leadership been so hesitant (10 years since purchasing the land to build) on following through with their prayerfully inspired calling from God to build the new facility?  Isn’t there a certain amount of faith that must be acted upon in this type of situation that God will provide if we just do it?

Answer:  Leadership has responded to God’s will to build a new facility.  It is one thing to do God’s work, but we must do God’s work, God’s way and in God’s time.  Remember, David was anointed king when he was a teenager.  It was approximately 14 more years before David actually sat on the throne and ruled Israel.

7.    Question:     Why $1,200,000?  Does the church already have $800,000? If so, could construction start sooner?

Answer:  The goal of $1,200.00 was based on the total cost being $2,000.00.  The balance of $800,000, would be financed.  However, the building committee is still in the process of determining exact construction cost.  Their goal is to lower the total cost of $2,000,000 and still build a facility that will meet our needs.  More information on the total cost will be available soon.

8.    Question:  The capital campaign is a 3-year goal.  Does this mean that construction will not begin for 3 more years?

Answer:  No. Plans are being made to begin to build sooner than 3 years.  There are several factors that will determine when construction can start. 

9. Question:  Do people need to specify what purpose they intend their money to be used for? (Write on the check/donate cash in separate baskets, etc.)

Answer:  Yes.  Mark your check and/or envelope “Capital Campaign.”  This insures your offering will be put into the “Capital Campaign” fund.  If it is not designated then your offering will go to the general fund.

10. Question:  Is there currently a way (or going to be a way in the near future) for people to make one-time donations or recurrent/scheduled payments for the campaign and/or offering online?

Answer:  We are looking at the various options.  Currently, there is no way to make online donation.  Hopefully, soon this will be made available.

11. Question:  What is the plan for the current church facility/land after the new facility is built?  Could this be an additional resource to subsidize the cost of the new facility after it is being utilized, or does the church have other plans/obligations involving our current area of worship?

Answer:  Different options have been discussed.  We need to continue to pray about this situation.  Ask God to make clear His will on this issue.  There have been no definite plans made about our current facility once we move into the new facility.


12. Question:  How is the church leadership leading by example in this campaign?

Answer:  All of the church board members have made a pledge for the next three years toward the Capital Campaign goal.  Secondly, in a board meeting in the early part of 2011 each individual board member was asked if they were committed to a new facility.  Also they were asked would they be willing to sign a loan for the new facility.  Every board member said that they were committed and ready to sign a loan agreement as long as the amount was within the church budget.  All board members understood that their pledge was in addition to their tithe!

13. Question:  Given the difficult economic times, many people may find it hard to find substantial amounts of cash beyond their usual tithe.  Do you have any recommendations on how to save in ways that might seem minute but can make a difference if the church body as a whole were to do it?

Answer:  I believe this question is really a question of priorities and sacrifice.  Each individual is going to have to search their heart and determine what they are willing to sacrifice in order to give above their tithe.  I believe each of us have the ability to financially sacrifice something to go towards the Capital Campaign goal.  In God’s economy the heart is the measurement not the amount of money.

14.  Question:  Is there any scripture that addresses the church body meeting a monetary need above and beyond the 10% tithe?

Answer:  There are several references in scripture to tithes and offerings.  The tithe referring to 10% the offering is something given above the tithe.  So we are directed to do both.  I believe 2 Corinthians 9:5-11 explains what I am trying to say.  Also, remember King David and his leaders gave of their own personal wealth (1 Chronicles 29:1-6) for the construction of the temple by Solomon. 

15. Question:  Is the capital campaign only for church members to donate, or can anybody?
Answer:  Anyone who recognizes God at work at MOCC is welcome to donate. 

16. Question:  Is there a number or a specific point of contact people could call to speak to someone personally to find out information or answer questions?

Answer: There are several ways to have any questions answered.  First, ask any board member.  Each of the elders’ phone numbers is listed in the church bulletin.  Also, all of the deacons’ names are listed.  Even though, their numbers are not listed, they would be willing to answer your questions.  Also, the church website, www.mountolivetchristian.org, will have current information on the progress of the capital campaign.  That information will also be made available in limited print form.

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