Capital Campaign

Lies Women Believe

Lies Women Believe exposes the areas of deception most commonly believed by Christian women-lies about God, sin, priorities, marriage and family, emotions, and more. This book, read along with Scripture, then sheds light on how we can be delivered from bondage and set free to walk in God’s grace, forgiveness, and abundant life.

Lies Women Believe will be offered at three different times:

Wednesday mornings 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (childcare potentially provided if needed). Led by Marilyn Hintz.

Wednesday afternoons 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Led by Marilyn Hintz.

Wednesday evenings 6:30 p.m. (childcare available) Led by Tracy Tiede and Dawn Hall.

These studies will be held in the DBC conference room beginning on 9/5. The cost is $19 including a book and study guide.

(Note: This book will also be the focus of the True Woman Conference Live-stream event at DBC on September 27-29.)

In His Image

By exploring ten characteristics of who God is – holy, loving, just, good, merciful, gracious, faithful, patient, truthful, and wise-this book helps us understand who God intends for us to be. Through Christ, the perfect reflection of the image of God, we will discover how God’s own attributes impact how we live, leading to freedom and purpose as we follow his will and are conformed to his image.

In His Image will be offered at two different times and locations:

Saturday mornings, 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. in the DBC conference room, starting 9/17. Led by Nancy Clark.

Thursday mornings, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at a church member’s home (call the church office for details), starting 9/6. Led by Gerry Whinnery.

Cost $10 for a book.

Knowing God by Name

This study focuses on 35 Hebrew names of God that describe His character, His relationships, and His purpose. As you learn the significance of each ancient word, you’ll be awestruck by the Lord’s magnificence and your heart will be compelled to worship and praise Him.

Knowing God by Name will be offered at one time and location:

Monday evenings at a church member’s home (call the church office for details), starting 9/10. Led by Wendy Hildreth and Shasta McKee.

Delaware Bible Church and Delaware Christian School (DBC’s largest ministry) are proudly partnering together in a capital campaign to address many of the space and building needs associated with the ministry that God has blessed us as stewards of.

WHY HAVE A CAMPAIGN?

SPACE NEED IS CRITICAL – Having experienced steady growth the last five years, DCS has a student enrollment of 345 in Pre-K through 12th grade in the 2021-2022 academic year. Based on valid projections, enrollment is expected to increase to 400 within three years. To increase the student/teacher ratio, the need for classroom space is urgent.
CORE VALUES – Our society is moving farther away from the traditional Christian values on which it was founded. As a result, young people are increasingly challenged on a daily basis to abandon their faith and embrace a secular lifestyle. Today’s young people are tomorrow’s leaders, and knowing this compels the school and the church to partner with parents to promote academic excellence while developing lifelong learners who embrace a biblical worldview.
PARTNERSHIP – Founded in 1973 as a ministry of Delaware Bible Church, the vision statement of Delaware Christian School (DCS) is to provide an environment that produces the next generation of cultural influencers, workers, and leaders for Christ. The ultimate goal is to equip and prepare well-educated students who will mature to become Christian men and women who fulfill God’s calling in their lives. After a great deal of thought and prayer and an independent feasibility study, the DCS School Board and the Elders of Delaware Bible Church have agreed that a critical next step for the school is to conduct a capital campaign to provide funding for expansion and enhancement.

CAMPAIGN PROJECT

The GOAL of the “Building for Future Generations” campaign is to provide a medium-sized gathering space as well as a classroom addition to our current building.

Over 1,800 square feet of medium-sized, multipurpose gathering space for many church and school purposes
Enhanced security
More restrooms
Additional space for church staff
Almost 12,00 square feet for 12 new classrooms for school and church use
Space for more than 100 new students at DCS
Larger nursery for church

Estimated Construction Cost: $4 million, with additional campaign costs

Partnership: Delaware Christian School and Delaware Bible Church are each accepting $2 million as their campaign funding goal.

Length of Campaign Commitments: The campaign is structured for commitments to be made and payable over a three-year period. Of course, special gifts will be accepted and appreciated. These donations can be made in the form of cash, checks, and stock transfers.

Campaign Timeline: The campaign is scheduled for 2021-2024.

GIVE TO THE CAMPAIGN

CHURCH GIVING CENTER is a secure website where you can give via card (2.9% plus $.30 fee) or ACH bank transfer ($0.25 fee).
Text-to-Give allows you to make a donation by texting 84321
Business or personal check mailed to the business office; write “DBC Capital Campaign” or “DCS Capital Campaign” on the memo line and make the check out to Delaware Bible Church.