Exciting things are happening at DeWitt Christian Church! Every week we can see visible progress as God continues to provide for the next chapter of our ministry. Thank you for your prayers, your patience, and your faithful support as we prepare to create more space for people to find faith, family, and purpose.
Parking Lot Expansion
Our parking lot expansion is moving forward well. Although there have been a few expected bumps along the way, work continues to progress. The expanded section will remain a gravel surface during construction so it can support heavy equipment and building activity. Once the new building is substantially complete, the entire parking lot will receive its final asphalt surface and fresh striping, providing a beautiful and welcoming entrance to our campus.
Preparing the Site
Work is underway on the retention basin east of the church and pavilion. Crews continue removing tree stumps, preparing the ground, and installing the necessary drainage features that will support the entire project. While these improvements may not be the most visible part of the project, they are essential to building a strong foundation for the future.
Construction Is About to Begin!
Final architectural revisions are being completed as we work through the last permitting process with the township. Once approvals are received, construction of the building itself—including the foundation, walls, roof, windows, and doors—is expected to begin soon.
As the exterior nears completion, work will begin inside with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, framing, and all the finishing details that will transform the addition into a wonderful new ministry space.
You Can Help with Worship Preparation
Construction brings excitement—but it also brings dust! Throughout the project we'll need volunteers to help keep both our existing facilities and the new addition clean and ready for worship each week.
If you would enjoy serving on one of our Worship Prep Cleaning Teams, please see Don or Amy Lowell. Even serving occasionally can make a tremendous difference, and we'd love to have you join us.
Wise Stewardship
We're also upgrading the thermostats throughout our current building. These new controls will better regulate heating and cooling, reducing energy usage when rooms are not occupied and helping us be better stewards of the resources God has entrusted to us.
Building Without Debt
Perhaps the most exciting part of this entire project is how we're doing it. Instead of taking on long-term debt, we are trusting the Lord to provide through the faithful generosity of our church family. Every dollar given goes directly toward expanding our ministry rather than paying interest to a lender.
If you would like to help make this vision a reality, we invite you to prayerfully consider making a gift to the Building Fund over and above your regular tithes and offerings. Your regular giving continues to support the ongoing ministries of our church, while special gifts to the Building Fund help us complete this project debt-free.
Every gift brings us one step closer to creating more space to welcome new families, disciple believers, serve our community, and share the hope of Jesus for generations to come.
Thank you for partnering with us through your prayers, your service, and your generosity. We are excited to see what God will do as we build together for His glory!
