Foundation Group Meeting

We had the first planning meeting for the Foundation Ministry over at the DSBC last Saturday to discuss goals and vision for this new ministry. We had a great time together and there were about 25 college folk and young adults there. Below I have included some notes (*briefly jotted down notes-nothing is formal) taken from the meeting that cover some of the basics for where we see this new college/young adult ministry leading in the coming years:

1. Thinking about your life over the next 5 years; if you could be involved in a "dream" ministry, what would it include?

Worship – big corporate gatherings, music, mission trips, other mission opportunities, outside the county, state, etc. Have a group that is open to diverse people, not threatening or clickish. Life, small groups, hang out – fellowship, have accountability at your college, food, grow individually as well as corporately, learn new things, more women involved in our group.

2. Three years from now, where do we believe we should be?

Increase in size, tight relationships, Goal: to create community and disciples of Jesus through weekly meetings -> small group and worship. Use the resources that are available (internet, this blog, etc). Be intentional and foucused in this ministry. Have a vision and chase after it.

3. Where do we need to be 3 months from now?

Keep in communication with each other. Plan small groups to start in June- investigate materials, small group format, locations and times. Local mission outreach monthly. Worship service- Sunday(atleast once a month) at 1:oo or 2:00 PM. Where? CCC, YMCA, DSBC, Schools.

4. How are we going to interact with the traditional church:

No age limits at worship service, but need age limits in small groups. Stay involved in Youth Ministry and don’t loose touch with youth. Set an example and be there for them. Plan activities/services with youth and help disciple them. In-house ministry. Be servants. Free Car Washes/ Oil Changes. Help in outreach programs/ fundraisers.

Thanks to everyone who was able to come to the meeting. The next one is April 15 at 12noon at the DSBC Family Life Center. Be there or be square. Our meeting will be focused around planning for small groups.