The RISE & BUILD campaign is an ambitious initiative to raise $600,000.00 towards the purchase of a multi-purpose facility for Kingdom Empowerment Christian Church. The building will accommodate our growing church, provide adequate space for our adult and student ministries to thrive, and provide life-transforming programs and resources for our community (and beyond).
God has blessed us with remarkable growth. More important than numbers is the transformational change we've experienced in the lives of individuals and families. Because of the commitment, dedication, and support of many, it has allowed Kingdom Empowerment to continue to impact people in Seaford and surrounding areas and around the world.
The time has come for us to look forward. We believe God has leading us to new levels of opportunity for ministry and outreach. Our vision is to have a campus and church facility that will meet the needs and demands of our continued growth
God has blessed us with remarkable growth. More important than numbers is the transformational change we've experienced in the lives of individuals and families. Because of the commitment, dedication, and support of many, it has allowed Kingdom Empowerment to continue to impact people in Seaford and surrounding areas and around the world.
The time has come for us to look forward. We believe God has leading us to new levels of opportunity for ministry and outreach. Our vision is to have a campus and church facility that will meet the needs and demands of our continued growth
WHY BUILDOne of Kingdom Empowerment's beliefs is that the Church is the living Body of Christ on earth and that it exists to celebrate the living God, to cultivate personal growth in Christ, to love one another in Christ, and to communicate Christ to the world through words and deeds. While recognizing that a church is made up of people rather than a building, we feel that by having a permanent location, we will be better positioned to live out this belief. The new facility will help us grow, reach more people, better fulfill our mission, and serve existing members of our community as well as non-residents who will benefit from our programs. A permanent home would help us better meet the needs of our communities.
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Finding and preparing a facility that will allow us to bring this vision to life is a God-sized assignment that is daunting from our human perspective. But we believe that where God guides, He also provides. While we do not have a specific building or property in mind, we are actively searching and trust that God will provide a space for us, and estimate that the cost for purchasing a site and doing the necessary construction or renovations will cost in the range of $600-$750,000. This will involve courageous faith and sacrificial giving on the part of anyone who believes in the vision and values of our church, along with everyone who calls Kingdom Empowerment home. We know that in cooperation with our amazing God, we will receive the funds necessary.
OUR VISION FOR A PERMANENT HOME
- A 12,000+ square foot facility located in Seaford that will be home to Kingdom Empowerment Christian Church and a gathering place for the city of Seaford.
- An intentionally designed space that maximizes a sense of welcome, belonging, and hope to all who walk through its doors.
- A state-of-the-art auditorium that seats between 300-500 people and is designed to maximize the worship experience in every gathering — with little to no set up or breakdown.
- A dedicated student auditorium large enough for our entire youth ministry (K.E.Y.S. and DaSpot) to comfortably gather and worship.
- An abundance of spacious classrooms to accommodate our growing ministries, workshops, small groups, and expanding Kingdom Empowerment programs — including providing academic support students.
- Adequate "safe spaces" and facilities to care for 50+ families with special needs.
- A full-sized gymnasium with a basketball court to facilitate sports and recreation programs for our student and adult ministries, plus allow Kingdom Empowerment to further reach our community.
- Multiple flex-spaces to host large gatherings, worship events, special programs, conferences etc.
- Dedicated communal spaces, including a fully-operational café with seating.
- Dedicated studio spaces for creatives at Kingdom Empowerment and participants to create powerful performing, and digital art. This would also allow us to implement Summer Programs to serve our children annually.
- A huge parking lot to support the increase in overall church attendance.
- Ample office space to accommodate the staff and volunteers of Kingdom Empowerment.
MAKE A COMMITMENT
“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.”
— 2 CORINTHIANS 9:7-8 (NIV)
“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.”
— 2 CORINTHIANS 9:7-8 (NIV)
HOW TO MAKE A COMMITMENT
- Begin with prayer. Ask God what he wants to do in you. Surrender yourself to Him. Ask Him what He wants to do through you and your family.
- Discuss with your family.
- You can make a monthly donation online on our website by using the "Give Now" button on our Mobile App until the amount you have committed is complete.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT IS EXPECTED OF ME?
Ask questions and be informed. Most importantly, seek God. Take time to prayerfully consider what kind of sacrifice God is asking you to make. To whom much is given, much is required. Together, we have an opportunity to make a difference in our city for this and the next generation — all for God’s kingdom!
IS MY GIVING TO RISE & BUILD CONFIDENTIAL? CAN IT BE CHANGED IF NECESSARY?
All giving to Kingdom Empowerment Christian Church is completely confidential. This includes giving to the RISE & BUILD campaign. Commitments can be changed if necessary — allowing you to either increase or decrease your commitment as needed; however, your decision to change your commitment should be done only after much prayer.
SHOULD I REDIRECT MY TITHE OR REGULAR GIVING TO THE BEYOND A BUILDING CAMPAIGN?
Your giving commitment to the campaign should be above and beyond your regular giving to KECC. Our church and ministries will continue as usual throughout the entire campaign, and those associated expenses will not go down.
HOW DO I GIVE TOWARD MY COMMITMENT?
Giving to RISE & GIVE is as easy as giving your regular tithes & offering! There are four ways to give:
1. Cash/Check — cash or checks may be placed in the offering basket on Sundays. Be sure to enclose your gift in the offering envelope, writing your name and email clearly on the envelope, and denoting the amount you wish to give above your normal giving.
Alternatively, you can mail your offering envelope directly to the Metro office at the following address:
Kingdom Empowerment Christian Church
PO Box 564
Seaford, Delaware 19973
2. KECC Mobile APP — probably the quickest and simplest way to give is via our KECC Mobile App*.
* If you do not have the Kingdom Empowerment App, you can easily download it for iPhone or Android devices by searching for "Kingdom Empowerment Christian Church" in your app store.
3. Website — finally, you can give via the website. Visit www.theempowerment.org and click the "Give Online" button and follow the exact same process as the KECC Mobile App above.
Ask questions and be informed. Most importantly, seek God. Take time to prayerfully consider what kind of sacrifice God is asking you to make. To whom much is given, much is required. Together, we have an opportunity to make a difference in our city for this and the next generation — all for God’s kingdom!
IS MY GIVING TO RISE & BUILD CONFIDENTIAL? CAN IT BE CHANGED IF NECESSARY?
All giving to Kingdom Empowerment Christian Church is completely confidential. This includes giving to the RISE & BUILD campaign. Commitments can be changed if necessary — allowing you to either increase or decrease your commitment as needed; however, your decision to change your commitment should be done only after much prayer.
SHOULD I REDIRECT MY TITHE OR REGULAR GIVING TO THE BEYOND A BUILDING CAMPAIGN?
Your giving commitment to the campaign should be above and beyond your regular giving to KECC. Our church and ministries will continue as usual throughout the entire campaign, and those associated expenses will not go down.
HOW DO I GIVE TOWARD MY COMMITMENT?
Giving to RISE & GIVE is as easy as giving your regular tithes & offering! There are four ways to give:
1. Cash/Check — cash or checks may be placed in the offering basket on Sundays. Be sure to enclose your gift in the offering envelope, writing your name and email clearly on the envelope, and denoting the amount you wish to give above your normal giving.
Alternatively, you can mail your offering envelope directly to the Metro office at the following address:
Kingdom Empowerment Christian Church
PO Box 564
Seaford, Delaware 19973
2. KECC Mobile APP — probably the quickest and simplest way to give is via our KECC Mobile App*.
* If you do not have the Kingdom Empowerment App, you can easily download it for iPhone or Android devices by searching for "Kingdom Empowerment Christian Church" in your app store.
3. Website — finally, you can give via the website. Visit www.theempowerment.org and click the "Give Online" button and follow the exact same process as the KECC Mobile App above.
