Since last May, Valley Church has been on a prayer journey toward ministry expansion on the 35 acre property.  Over the next four months, we will be praying, sharing, planning, and working toward the launch of a Community Center to serve and love the people of greater Des Moines.  Lord willing, here’s the timeline for our upcoming ministry expansion campaign:  

• January - March:  Pursue continued prayer, share the vision with leaders, seek out and gain important ideas, input, and feedback. 
• March - April:  Share the Love You Des Moines ministry expansion vision.  We will communicate the “why” and the “what” of the vision.  We will continue to seek out and gain important ideas, input, and feedback.  
• May:  Give everyone the opportunity to participate in the Love You Des Moines vision.  We’ll communicate the “how” and the “when.”  We will challenge and encourage everyone to become involved with their hearts, prayers, and financial gifts.  
• May - December:  After receiving financial commitments, Lord willing, we will be moving forward with planning, site development and finally construction.   2012: Tentatively, construction is completed and facility use can begin

What are the ingredients in seeing that God is moving us forward in ministry expansion?

1. Aligned with the overall vision/mission of the church
2. Confirmed by spiritual markers in prayer, the Word, and experience
3. Supported by a healthy atmosphere in the church family
4. Motivated by a current and compelling vision
5. Readied by a holy discontent of the status quo
6. Stirred by a spirit of sacrificial generosity
7. Informed by an understanding of the church family
8. Guided by visionary and wise financial steps