What is R.I.S.E.?

In the life of the church, it can feel like there are so many things to focus on—so many ways to grow, serve, and reach others. It’s inspiring but can also be overwhelming. That’s why we’ve embraced R.I.S.E.—our intentional framework to help us focus together on what matters most, one season at a time. 

Discover a year of transformation and growth with our R.I.S.E. framework, designed to deepen you spiritually and strengthen our community. 

R.I.S.E. stands for Reach, Invest, Serve, and Engage. Each season of the year, we unite as a church to grow in one of these areas, with a clear focus and shared mission.

Rise Made Simple

REACH

Focus on reaching out through evangelism, hospitality, and global outreach. Empowering you to share the gospel boldly and build authentic relationships.

Each One, Reach One

Overcome fear, build genuine connections, and understand the importance of evangelism.
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INVEST

Invest in your spiritual growth by cultivating a deeper relationship with Christ through christian disciplines to strengthen your spiritual foundation.

The Word Does The Work

Find guidance, build christian disciplines, and move beyond "surface-level" faith.
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SERVE

Find and use your spiritual gifts to serve others, fostering personal growth and transforming lives through love, leadership, and active participation.

Many Hands Make Light Work

Move from watching to participating and leading in service.
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ENGAGE

Be the light in your community by embracing the season of giving, outreach, and acts of kindness that reflect Christ's love and foster hope, peace, joy, and love.

The Purpose of Sunday, Is Monday

Connect with the community, plan impactful events, and shine Jesus' light.
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Reach

Each One, Reach One

Want to share Jesus’s message and make real connections? January through March we’re focusing on reaching out. We believe in extending our hearts and hands to those around us. Through evangelism, hospitality, and outreach, we help you share the gospel with confidence. Join us in making new friends and lasting friendships.

Personal Ministry Ideas

  • Invite a friend to our Fellowship Sunday.
  • Host dinners to introduce neighbors to Jesus through fellowship.
  • Share our services, posts, and other content on your social media.
  • Invite someone to join a community group.
  • Pray for local and global outreach.

* This is only a small list of things you can do to reach out. We encourage you to personalize your ministry with what works for you!

Just Walk Across the Room by Bill Hybels

Each section of R.I.S.E. will have a suggested book to help develop understanding on why we do what we do. Each book has been picked and approved by our pastors.

Just Walk Across the Room by Bill Hybels encourages readers to embrace a lifestyle of personal evangelism through simple acts of stepping out of their comfort zones to connect with others. Using relatable stories and practical guidance, Hybels demonstrates how small gestures of friendship and conversation can have a lasting impact, helping others encounter the love of Christ. This book inspires believers to take relational risks with eternal significance.

Invest

Personal Ministry Ideas

  • Create a “rule of life” and pray regularly.
  • Use a Bible tracker app to monitor personal Bible Readings.
  • Set personal giving goals.
  • Participate in a small group that will deepen your faith.
  • Disciple others, or be discipled.

* This is only a small list of things you can do to invest in yourself. We encourage you to personalize your ministry with what works for you!

The Word Does
The Work

Struggling with prayer, fasting, or study? You’re not alone. Through April to June, let the word do the work. Focus on building a deep relationship with Christ. We’re here to help you move beyond surface faith and grow as a disciple

Ordering Your Private World by Gordon MacDonald emphasizes the importance of cultivating a well-ordered inner life to sustain outward success and spiritual growth. Through practical wisdom and biblical insights, MacDonald helps readers prioritize their time, energy, and spiritual disciplines, addressing the dangers of living a fragmented life. This book inspires a deeper commitment to balance and intentionality in every area of life.

Ordering Your Private World by Gordon Macdonald

Each section of R.I.S.E. will have a suggested book to help develop understanding on why we do what we do. Each book has been picked and approved by our pastors.

Serve

Many Hands Make Light Work

Let’s find and use our unique gifts to serve others. The months of July to September is about growing through acts of love and service. Take part in church activities and lead with kindness.

Personal Ministry Ideas

  • Identify your spiritual gifts.
  • Join a ministry team and volunteer.
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* This is only a small list of things you can do to serve. We encourage you to personalize your ministry with what works for you!

The Servant by James Hunter explores the concept of servant leadership, emphasizing that true leadership is rooted in serving others with humility and integrity. Through a compelling story, Hunter illustrates how leaders can build trust, inspire commitment, and foster meaningful relationships by focusing on character and selflessness. This book offers timeless principles for leading effectively in any sphere of life.

The Servant by James Hunter

Each section of R.I.S.E. will have a suggested book to help develop understanding on why we do what we do. Each book has been picked and approved by our pastors.

Engage

Personal Ministry Ideas

  • Volunteer for the Fall Festival and other community outreach events
  • Attend community events to share Jesus’s light.
  • Be part of Christmas outreach.

* This is only a small list of things you can do to engage your community. We encourage you to personalize your ministry with what works for you!

The Purpose for Sunday is for Monday

And as we close out the year in October to December, let’s be lights in our community. This time is perfect for giving and getting involved. By joining outreach events, we can show the true spirit of Christmas—hope, peace, joy, and love.

Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis offers a clear and compelling explanation of the Christian faith, addressing core beliefs and moral principles shared by all Christians. Through logical reasoning and relatable analogies, Lewis explores topics such as faith, virtue, and the nature of God, making complex theological ideas accessible. This classic work continues to inspire readers to consider the foundations of their faith and the essence of Christian living.

Ordering Your Private World by Gordon Macdonald

Each section of R.I.S.E. will have a suggested book to help develop understanding on why we do what we do. Each book has been picked and approved by our pastors.

Join us as we R.I.S.E.

Join us in our R.I.S.E. framework as we Reach, Invest, Serve, and Engage this year with Jesus’s word and our community. 

Together, we can transform lives, better our community and bring more people closer to Jesus!