Building For The Generations

Building 4 The Generations Campaign

Building 4 the Generations is more than just building with bricks and mortar, it involves building people. A central question for all of us at Westmore is, “How do we build people in the areas of discipleship, fellowship, and in the large group worship experience?”

As we reach with care to our community, we pray for creative ways to minister, for insightful methods to nurture. But, here is an equally important question: “Why would God send us people if we don’t have a place for them?”

In addition to spiritual care for our church and community, the recent construction of the Westmore Ministry Resource Center has provided a physical space for people to gather and experience worship, fellowship, and discipleship.

We have created a space for generations to come, which includes a new 1,250 seat sanctuary (“Family Room”), children’s worship space, and fellowship space. Having now completed construction, Westmore can continue to be a place where a Sunday morning gathering model is valued, a place where all generations can come and worship and experience the power of the Holy Spirit.

While the cost of this project was great, the cost of not Building 4 the Generations would have been greater. We can’t allow a generation to rise up and not know the Lord. Not on our watch. So the construction of this new facility was part of our reaching with care. We hope that it will continue to show our children, our grandchildren, and those not yet born, that we will answer the call of God in our lives so they can hear the call of God in theirs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why extend the Building 4 the Generations campaign?

The construction of our new 56,000 sq. ft. Ministry Resource Center has enabled Westmore to advance it’s mission of developing intergenerational ministry that reaches with CARE, nurtures with WORD, and worships with PASSION! Westmore wants to continue to impact the world through discipleship, relationship, compassion, and care. Paying off this new facility will allow Westmore to focus the full weight of its resources in furtherance of that mission and of our vision found in Malachi 4:6, “Let the hearts of the Fathers turn to the children and the hearts of the children turn to the Fathers.”

What is the financial goal of this extended campaign?

Because of the Westmore Family’s faithfulness in contributing to the initial Building 4 the Generations campaign, our goal for this two (2) year extended campaign is $1.5 million dollars.

When will this campaign end?

The official launch date of this extended campaign is Palm Sunday, March 28, 2021. This is a two (2) year campaign that will culminate in a massive Celebration Event to be held during Holy Week 2023; however, Westmore’s efforts to Build 4 the Generations will not stop in two (2) years. Intergenerational ministry will always be at the heart of the Westmore Family.

Will new members be given the opportunity to join the campaign?

Yes! New members will be encouraged to participate in this extended Building 4 the Generations campaign. Since opening the new Ministry Center, Westmore has experienced an explosion of guests and new members! The vision for the development will be presented at each guest lunch and new member event. Also, at the halfway point of this extended campaign, we will host a special event to thank God for His faithfulness thus far and to invite new members of the Westmore Family to participate.

Are campaign gifts supposed to be “over and above” my normal tithe and offering?

Yes! They must be! Our normal operating expenses must continue to be met by your faithful support through regular tithe and offering. We can’t stop or hinder our current ministry to the community for this campaign. These “over and above” gifts allow us to accomplish the special goals of this extended Building 4 the Generations campaign.

When will we be asked to make our commitment?

Everyone at Westmore will be asked to prayerfully consider the amount of their gift and how they can participate in this special, extended campaign. Westmore leadership will be asked to make preliminary commitments. Then the entire congregation will be asked to respond by placing their pledge card in the offering bag, hand-delivering their pledge card to the Westmore Business Office, or mailing the same to Westmore Church of God, P.O. Box 3442, Cleveland, TN 37320.

Can my gift involve stocks or other assets in addition to cash?

Yes! A recent study shows that less than 14% of Americans’ assets are in cash. Property, stocks, and other non-cash options for giving are much appreciated. If you are interested in providing a non-cash gift, please contact Mike Watkins, Church Administrator, at (423) 479-3415. He will be happy to discuss this or other non-traditional ways to give.

Can I give to Building 4 the Generations online?

Yes! This extended stewardship campaign is available for our online giving community. Simply go to www.westmorechurch.com and click on the “Give” button at the top of the homepage. You can make a one-time gift or set up a re-occurring gift at your convenience.

What will take place on Palm Sunday, March 28, 2021?

On Palm Sunday (2021), the Westmore Family will be given a FIRST opportunity to make its commitments. Since this extended Building 4 the Generations campaign is based on faith gifts, we are asking for faith commitments. These commitments help us appropriately plan the finances for this debt-reduction phase. By partnering together, we can demonstrate our faith as a community and allow our leadership to show the financial strength of the congregation to banks and lending institutions as we move towards permanent financing. Palm Sunday will be a celebration for us. It will be a celebration of what God has done and what we believe God will do in the future.

Will my financial gift be made public?

No! Absolutely not! Westmore will continue to practice the highest integrity in handling sensitive information, including donor-related information. Confidentiality is of the utmost importance. Your gift and your personal information will NOT be distributed or made known to anyone other than those who absolutely must know for processing purposes. No outside institutions will be made aware of your personal gift(s) or the fact that you chose to make a gift to Westmore.

Can commitments be changed if necessary?

Yes. While your gift will be relied on for budgeting and other financial-forecasting purposes, you are free to increase or decrease your faith gift at any time should you feel the Lord lead you.

What if we raise more money or less money than the desired goal?

Westmore has always valued the principle: “Equal sacrifice, not equal giving.” This is especially true when it comes to giving. If we receive more than our stated goal, then we will thank God for His provision and realize that the additional funds better position us in our debt management. If we receive less money, then we will STILL thank God for His provision and continue trusting Him to meet our needs.