This new congregation will be self-governed by an eldership in the same way that Sherwood Oaks Christian Church is. The new church family will have an opportunity to affirm their first elders during an upcoming congregational meeting.
We have tracked the giving/spending at our West campus for a while and they are consistently meeting their financial needs. We are confident in their ability to financially support this new church, including any additional expenses required for...
We still believe that campuses are a viable way for us to reach people with the hope of the Gospel and help them know, love, and follow Jesus. We are not abandoning our multisite mission. However, if it becomes apparent that a campus (Bedford or...
No. We remain committed at Sherwood Oaks to stay debt free. This new church, however, may determine (as Sherwood Oaks once did) that taking on a reasonable and responsible amount of debt may be necessary for them to build a facility. Any debt...