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FOCUSING ON THE VISION!

Imagine a church.......focused, active, and excited about ministry and mission. A church dreaming the dream and focusing on the vision. This is matched by a strong commitment in fulfilling the very best that God has in mind for us. We, at Gladeville United Methodist Church, are experiencing what can only be described as, " A Turning Point", in the life and faith of our ministry. We stand at our present place in history because of the faithful devotion of those who have blazed the trail before us. We are the inheritors of a great legacy. This compels me to ask the question, "What legacy will we leave?" I answer this question with the basic question of ministry, "What is God's vision for our church?"

Note, the question is not centered on satisfying our personal visions and preferences. Instead, we seek to discern God's vision. We do this by remembering our central task or mission as a church, Christ's Church. The overall mission of the church is defined by Jesus in His final words to His discicples, "Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you" (Matthew 28: 19-20).

Obeying this commission from Jesus is the very heart of the Church's purpose. We are committed to the call of making disciples for Jesus Christ. The mission of the Gladeville United Methodist church is to glorify God through dedicated evangelism, discipleship, worship, stewardship and ministry. We extend to you a special invitation to join us in worship and active ministry for the Lord.

April Building Committee Update

Good News! The first phase of the Sunday School Room renovation has been completed. We have now begun work on the remaining rooms and hallway area directly behind the Sanctuary.

When are we going to break ground on the new Sanctuary? Several people have asked that question recently and the simple answer is “We are not absolutely sure”. We can, however, report that a considerable amount of work is taking place behind the scenes and a date for scheduling a final church meeting and beginning construction is expected in the near future. We will certainly keep the congregation posted through announcements at our Sunday Services.

Our architect met recently with the Tennessee State Fire Marshal to review all open items required for their final approval. This approval is our last major hurdle prior to scheduling our final Church Meeting and beginning construction.

We have received preliminary bids from two general contractors. These bids were both in excess of our budget so we are now in the process of evaluating the various building components for potential cost savings opportunities. To date, we have identified approximately $100,000 in potential savings that will have little or no impact on the overall design. It appears that we will be able to reduce the cost to an amount very close to our budget.

Your continued support through financial gifts and prayer are very much needed and appreciated.

Your Building Committee