FAITH ROOTS FUND
FAITH ROOTS FUND
ABOUT
The "FAITH ROOTS FUND" is a building fund designated for a three-phase project that will align with our mission and accomplish four goals with the finished project utilized by all ages of the Red Bank congregation.
FORMAL INTRODUCTION
PURPOSE
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INVESTING to Establish Faith Roots for the Youth of Today and Tomorrow
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INVESTING for an Enhanced Learning Environment
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INVESTING for Improved Safety
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INVESTING for an Increase in Fellowship Opportunities
INVESTMENT
The total cost of the three-phase project is $393,264. Of this, $131,216 is currently accounted for due to saved funds designated for repairs/upgrades over the last few years by the elders. The goal is to raise the remaining $225,000 to complete Phases 2 and 3.
CURRENT FUNDING STATUS
The following tree represents current funding as of August 20, 2023.
PHASE 2
in progress
in progress
Faith Roots
Rooted in Faith. Growing in Love.
Designed to immerse children within the life cycle of an oak tree, it is essential for children to understand their roots in Christ Jesus and build their lives in him. Therefore, the designated children's wing will feature a Biblical timeline while also designating each room in a life cycle stage of an oak tree. The following verses are the framework for Phase 1B—
Colossians 2:7, Luke 18:16, Proverbs 22:16, Psalm 52:8, Psalm 139:14, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Jeremiah 17:7-8
Main Children's Wing Entrance
Puppet Window and Front Stage for "Faith Roots", formerly known as Children's Training Time
Birdseye view of "Faith Roots" Room
Draft of Cradle Roll Class known as "Acorns"
Birdseye View of 4th & 5th Grade Class known as "Mighty Oaks"
Phase 1B will feature a new "Faith Roots" room, formerly known as "Children's Training Time", that includes a stage equipped with a puppet window built into one of the two trees, two large screen TVs, audience seating, learning section, along with additional activity centers. The following classrooms are included:
Cradle Roll known as "Acorns" for ages 0 to 12 months; One-year-olds known as "Sprouts"; Two-year-olds known as "Seedlings"; Three and Four-year-olds known as "Saplings"; Kindergarten and Five-year-olds known as "Buds & Blooms"; First and Second Graders known as "Tall Timbers"; Third thru Fifth Graders known as "Mighty Oaks". Rooms will be equipped with up-to-date technology to enhance learning and feature an age-appropriate version of Colossians 2:7. Additionally, both bathrooms will receive updates along with all walls and flooring. Parents can expect a cozy waiting area at the children's wing entrance.
UPDATES
Do it all for the Glory of God
The scope of this project includes aspects such as flooring, ceiling, lights and fixtures, walls, and many design elements. It is our goal to provide a progress report through pictures (found below) as well as monthly updates via a short presentation by an elder on a designated Sunday following morning Worship.
We have been blessed with great success so far and give glory to God.
acorns (under 12 months)
sprouts (toddler)
seedlings (2 year olds)
sapling (3-4 year olds)
buds & blooms (5,k)
tall timbers (1st-2nd grade)
mighty oaks (4th-5th grade)
bathrooms
hallway
two staircases
faith roots
FORMERLY CALLED "CHILDREN'S TRAINING TIME"
PHASE 3
Calling. Connection. Celebration.
Designed to immerse all individuals in the mission of believers in Christ and share the values of Red Bank Church of Christ, the first level of the building will provide visual designs to keep us focused on the Word and our walk in Christ. Relocation of certain rooms will occur making way for a new adult classroom, connection/coffee room, prayer room, and a children's check-in room. A new designated parent's wing will house a nursery, lactation room, and toddler nursery—all with safety in mind. All verses found within Red Bank's values of "Calling", "Connection", and "Celebration" were the framework for Phase 2 — learn more about Red Bank's values.
PHASE 1
complete
complete
Reaching In. Reaching Out. Reaching Over.
When you allow Scripture to be the inspiration, anything is possible. The following verses were the framework for the designated youth wing within Phase 1A—
Matthew 22:37, Proverbs 22:6, Matthew 28:19-20, 1 Timothy 4:12, 1 Thessalonians 5:11, 2 Corinthians 6:17
Main Youth Classroom
Youth Hallway
Phase 1 will feature a main youth classroom, one large breakout room (future classroom), a small breakout room, and a game/fellowship room. The main classroom will have a fellowshipping section also to be used for closer-knit conversations along with a traditional classroom setup. Each breakout room will be equipped with the latest technology and allow for both growth and conversations based on age and gender depending on the learning objective. The game/fellowship room will allow youth members to have all elements encapsulated in the building within their unique and biblically inspired wing. Additionally, there will be a renovated college classroom, and a new adult classroom, plus improvements to staircases, bathrooms, ceilings, and flooring. The completion of Phase 1 is set for April 2023.
Update: Phase 1 was officially completed and opened March 22, 2023.
View our launch video and before and after photos below.
hallways
main youth group room
small breakout room
large breakout room/future classroom
fellowship room
resource room
ADULT CLASSROOM
college room
ADDITIONAL SPACES
HOW TO GIVE
Those interested in donating to this effort may do so in one of the following ways:
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Check: Make checks payable to Red Bank Church of Christ and earmark (memo) "Faith Roots Fund"
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Cash: Place cash in the designated tree root in the lobby or earmark an envelope "Faith Roots Fund" and drop it in the collection plate or give it to the office secretary
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Online: Click "Give" on the main menu of this website and choose the "Faith Roots Fund"
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Venmo: Send funds to @redbankcoc with the memo "Faith Roots Fund"
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Coin Jar: Children and adults are welcome to drop change or cash in the tree stump coin jar located in the lobby
THANK YOU
We serve an awesome God who created everyone with unique abilities and talents. We are truly blessed at Red Bank with so many who use their talents to serve others and pray for our body and the mission set forth by our Lord. We want to express our deepest gratitude to all those who have prayed and meditated, dedicated time and effort for the design and project details, lent an opinion or suggestion, dedicated time and effort to physical work, and those who have provided funding in response to the Faith Roots Fund. Thank You! Glory to God!
We encourage continued prayer and meditation over Scripture.