2026 Semi-Annual Congregational Meeting
March 22, 2026
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1. Welcome, Purpose, and Opening Prayer
5 minutes
Led by: Elder Barnes
Purpose
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Frame the meeting spiritually
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Reinforce transparency and communication
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Explain that this is the first of two semi-annual meetings
2. Ministry Updates from Ministry Leaders
25–30 minutes
3. Financial Stewardship Overview
10–12 minutes
Led by: Bro. Barnes / Bro. Crawford / Sis. Pat Makoha
Content
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High-level financial health summary
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Stewardship and accountability
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Major ministry investment areas
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Reassurance that detailed reports are available
4. Direction for 2026
Rooted-Rising-Reaching
12–15 minutes
Led by: Bro. Barclay
Overview of the ministry priorities:
Rooted
Strengthening education and spiritual formation.
Rising
Investing intentionally in youth and the next generation.
Reaching
Growing a culture of evangelism and outreach.
5. Leadership Communication & Congregational Rhythm
5 minutes
Led by: Elder Thomas
Explain:
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The new two-meeting semi-annual rhythm
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Continued communication between meetings
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Commitment to transparency and accessibility
6. Congregational Questions
8–10 minutes
Structure:
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Written questions encouraged
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Limited open questions as time allows
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Follow-up offered if time expires