1 - First Alliance Church

Building Lives That Honour God
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Annual Report 2010
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2010 AGM Agenda .......................................................................... 1
Greeting from Pastor Scott Weatherford .......................................... 2
Greeting from the Chairman of the Board of Elders ........................... 3
Previous AGM Minutes ..................................................................... 4
Report of the Nominating Committee ................................................ 6
Ministry Report .................................................................................. 7
The Trail Markers We Will Follow ........................................................ 19
Treasurer’s Commentary on the Financial Results .............................. 20
Audited Financial Statements ............................................................. 22
FAC Staff Listing ............................................................................... 40
AGENDA
Annual General Meeting - First Alliance Church
Sunday, November 7, 2010
First Segment
1. Meeting Called to Order
2. Opening Prayer
3. Declaration of Quorum based on report from Registration Secretary
4. Minutes of the Annual General Meeting of Sunday, October 25, 2009
5. Motion to appoint tellers for Annual General Meeting
6. Report of the Nominating Committee for 2009-2010
7. Election of the Nominating Committee for 2010-2011
8. The Story of God’s Provision
a. Report of the Treasurer – Robert Hawes
b. Appointment of the Auditors for the fiscal period of July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011
Second Segment
1. Report on Ministry
a. Ministry Story of 2009-2010
b. Glenmore Christian Academy Report
c. Vision/Strategic Direction/God’s Movement
d. Comments re: 2009 Question Items
e. Q&A on Past Year/Future Plans
2. Prayer Time in Small Groups
3. Closing Song
4. Final Comments/Closing Prayer
5. Invitation to Dessert Time
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Annual Report 2010
Letter From Pastor Scott Weatherford
God is on the move.
Never have I seen God move in a church family like I
have experienced here at First Alliance. We are concluding our first year together
with great joy and full expectation of what is ahead. Tara and I are so excited and
honoured to be a part of this exciting season at FAC!
Speaking of moving, let’s look back and remember His movement this past year ...
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We saw the waters of baptism move with people going public with their private devotion to Christ
We saw many move into commitment to FAC through membership
We saw more and more people take ownership by moving into serving
Life Groups were on the move through alignment campaigns & intentional development of leaders
We moved outward here in Calgary and across the globe with God’s love and truth
Kids and students were moving toward a life built by God
We saw people moved by God to give their resources to fund this mighty movement
We can and should cherish this mighty display of our great God.
I am thankful for the men and women of our staff who have joined God in His movement. They have
adjusted their lives in this exponential season of growth, embraced a quick responsive attitude and allowed
God to move in them as well. I am honoured to serve with these committed folks. I am also thankful for
you as you have allowed God to shift our culture, move in our lives, and usher many into a new relationship
with Him. This is a great church! God is truly on the move.
God is not done! This year is already unfolding as a year of God’s glory. Let’s make a bold commitment to
allow God to move in, for and through us for His glory in 2010-2011.
My prayer for us this year is that we become all that God expects of us and respond with a resounding “Yes!”
before He even asks of us. God is on the move – building lives that honour Him.
Blessings,
Scott Weatherford
Lead Pastor
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Annual Report 2010
Letter From the Board of Elders
A
s we complete another year in the history of First Alliance Church,
we have seen God’s hand move strongly amongst our congregation, to work in,
for and through us. The Kingdom of God has been growing as a result of the prayer,
service and sharing of His love through the people at this church.
Building upon the excitement that had started in the summer of 2009, we experienced a great start to the fall of 2009, and kept this level of excitement throughout
the year. In their first full year in Calgary, Scott and Tara adjusted to the Canadian way of life – safe to say
that January is not their favourite month! Pastor Scott, in conjunction with the lead team and the rest of the
staff, identified a key focus on many of the basics that we sometimes lose sight of – a challenge to believe in
Christ, to be baptized, to grow in our faith, and to belong through membership. This emphasis has led to
increasing numbers of new believers, more people baptized, and more people desiring to become members
and commit to being a part of FAC – Praise God!
Throughout the year, teaching and sharing regarding the five Life Marks was prominent, and it is important
for all of us to be reminded of this to reflect these in our lives:
CONNECT: belonging to the corporate community and a smaller, intimate Life Group community
GROW: continuing to develop our awareness of God and grow in our trust, faith and reliance on Jesus
SERVE: ensuring that we find our place to put others before ourselves and reach out to those in need
SHARE: identifying those within our circle of influence that need to know Jesus Christ as their Saviour
HONOUR: fully engaging in worship and using our talents and resources day by day to honour God
While the teaching and instruction has been at a high level throughout the year, the spring “Elephant in
the Room” series was received in a special way, challenging people in many areas of their lives that may not
otherwise be discussed. This continued to identify First Alliance as a place that challenges people – not
to just show up to church but to be changed as a result. We will continue to be a place that talks about
transformation – and identifies Jesus as the way to bring about life change.
Thank you to all of our staff for their work at First Alliance Church – leading us, teaching us, and equipping us so that God’s Kingdom may expand. As a Board, we are grateful for each one in the congregation
as well – for your giving of time, resources and talents – that make this a great place to be. We thank you
and we look forward to the continued work of our great God in guiding us into the future!
In His Name,
Dave Orr
On Behalf of the Board of Elders
Building Lives That Honour God
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Annual Report 2010
MINUTES
Annual General Meeting of First Alliance Church
October 25, 2009
First Segment
1. Meeting was called to order at 6:15 pm by Board Chairman, Dave Orr
2. Opening Prayer: Jae Chantler
3. Declaration of Quorum based on report from registration secretary - 194
4. Minutes of the Annual General Meeting on October 26, 2008 were reviewed
M/S/C the adoption of the minutes of the October 26, 2008 Annual General Meeting.
5. Minutes of the Special Congregational Meeting on Tuesday April 21, 2009
M/S/C the adoption of the minutes of the April 21, 2009 congregational meeting.
6. Motion to appoint teller
M/S/C the appointment of Dave Meanwell as teller should any ballot votes be required and extending the authority for
Dave to select additional tellers as required.
7. Report of the 2008/09 Nominating Committee
M/S/C the report of the nominating committee to appoint the following as elders for a two-year term:
Phil Bauer
Wally Buchan
Dale Dyck
Jeff Good
Robert Hawes
8. Election of the Nominating Committee for 2009/10
M/S/C the following individuals be appointed to the Nominating Committee:
Faith Jalving
Joyce Letkeman
Marvin Weiss
9. The Story of God’s Provision
A. Report of the Treasurer – Robert Hawes
M/S/C that the audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2009 be accepted as presented.
B. Appointment of the Auditors for the fiscal period of July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010.
M/S/C that KMPG be appointed as auditors for 2009-2010.
10. Adjournment of Business Meeting
M/S/C the adjournment of the business segment of the Annual General Meeting.
Building Lives That Honour God
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Annual Report 2010
Second Segment
1. Report on Ministry
A. Ministry Story of 2008-2009 – Scott Weatherford testified of God’s faithfulness to us as a congregation and
gave special thanks to Pastor Terry, the staff, and the elders.
B. Glenmore Christian Academy Report – Grant Vogeli brought forward a report of transitional changes in
personnel and structure at GCA. The purpose and objectives of GCA remain unchanged.
C. Vision/Strategic Direction – Scott Weatherford shared with the attendees 13 aspects of our vision to carry us into the future.
D. Q & A on Past Year/Future Plans – attendees were invited to ask questions about the activities of the church
and it’s leadership.
Questions and comments about the following were raised by members of the congregation:
- women serving as elders
- the use of the C&MA logo on First Alliance Church printed material
- the absence of deacons in our leadership structure
- missions funding
- various praise items concerning healing and spiritual growth
2. Prayer Time in Small Groups – the congregation participated in corporate prayer for wisdom, purity and changed lives.
3. Closing Song – led by Jason Erhardt
4. Final Comments/Closing Prayer – Dave Orr shared some closing comments. The meeting was closed in prayer by Ron Kish.
5. Invitation to Dessert Time – meeting was adjourned at 8:35 pm.
Respectfully Submitted,
Phil Bauer
Secretary
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Annual Report 2010
Report of the Nominating Committee
Board of Elders for 2010-2011
Elders Mid Term* – Serving to Fall 2011:
Phil Bauer (3rd Term)
Wally Buchan (3rd Term)
Dale Dyck (3rd Term)
Jeff Good (2nd Term)
Robert Hawes (2nd Term)
Names placed in Nomination for a 2-year Term* Commencing Fall 2010:
Jake Bueckert (1st Term)
Mike Humphries (1st Term)
Marinus Hus (3rd Term)
Ken Keeler (2nd Term)
Brent Kinnie (2nd Term)
David Orr (3rd Term)
Victor Wong (3rd Term)
Nominating Committee
Reverend Scott Weatherford(Chairman)
Phil Bauer
Wally Buchan
Jeff Good
Faith Jalving
*Elders can serve up to a maximum
Joyce Letkeman
of 3 consecutive terms; each term = 2 years.
Marvin Weiss
Provision is made for the addition of names to the Report of the Nominating Committee
in Article XV of the Church Constitution ...
Article XV – Elections
At the Annual Meeting of the membership, the Board of Elders and any other officials required
by the bylaws shall be elected. The Nominating Committee shall present and post, at least two
Sundays prior to the Annual meeting, one name for each office to be filled. Other nominations,
if any, shall be made in writing, signed by two members in good standing and filed with the
Chairman of the Nominating Committee for posting before the public services of the Sunday
prior to the Annual Meeting. Election shall be by ballot except in cases where only one
nomination is presented and the ballot is waived by unanimous vote.
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Annual Report 2010
AVERAGE ATTENDANCE BY SERVICE (JULY 2009-JUNE 2010)
2009/10 NEW MEMBERS
including children & youth
1086
SUNDAY 11
SUNDAY 9
613
45 from 2008
2009/10 BAPTISMS
SATURDAY
780
86 from 2008
AVERAGE WEEKEND ATTENDANCE BY YEAR (2005-2010)
2,479
2500
2,099
2000
INCREASE
1500
1000
500
0
05-06
06-07
07-08
08-09
09-10
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Annual Report 2010
JULY 2009 - JUNE 2010
Children Dedicated
Noah Boissevain
Matthew Chizek
Skylan Cobler
Jasmine Dacocos
Rylie Derksen
Noah Emery
Gerald Fernandez
Erik Funk
Siobhan Goulette
Lincoln Grandoni
Neyla Hargreaves
Alexandra Jansen
Keziah Janzen
Hannah Jerrom
Noah Jonker
William Matte
Jessie Miller
Cruz Montalvo
Caleb Popko
Lucas Rheault
Joshua Rohrick
Jude Sawers
Austin Schikosky
Alexander Surducan
Jaid Thomas
Ariana Torrecampo
Katherine Unruh
Siena Wiseman
Aaron Wolfe
Jade Wiebe
Vaughn Winters
Halle Wutzke
Charissa Yap
Josiah Young
Kampbelle Young
Neyla Zbitniff
Benjamin Zeck
Itoro Affia
Neilla Amero
Wayne Amero
Elizabeth Anderson
Jennifer Bartlett
Malcolm Bartlett
Harvey Boldt
Selma Boldt
Colin Callbeck
Kristen Callbeck
Lawrence Carriere
Doreen Chali
Rodger Chali
Elaine Chapin
Margot Coben
Wayne Coben
Brian Derksen
Colleen Derksen
Dolores Dyck
Ed Dyck
Bonnie Eckert
Ron Eckert
John Fair
Linda Frederick
Paul Frederick
David Friesen
Maureen Friesen
John Gartner
Suzanne Gartner
Adrian Gili
Leanne Gili
Mark Gillett
Pearle Gillett
Terry Ginn
Tina Ginn
David Groves
Joan Groves
Kathy Hadley
Tom Hadley
Susan Heagy
Vince Heagy
Travis Heide
JoJo Ho
Michael Ho
Jonathan Klein
Betty Korthuis
Henry Korthuis
Scott Langford
In Loving Memory
Lillian Buss
Ron Ellergodt
Edna Harvie
Ida Hening
Jody Holden
Joseph Holowisky
Chrissy MacInnis
Helen Nemanishen
May Price
Bernard Skode
Ella Tederoff
Della Quiring
Ferdinand Van Poeteren
New Members of FAC
Terri Langford
Lisa LeBlanc
Steve LeBlanc
Afshin Latifzadeh
Parvaneh Latifzadeh
Lillian Leggott
Shawn Leggott
Delina Link
Rachel Lippitt
Warren Lippitt
Wade Loberg
Cliff Mackay
Maureen Mackay
Christina Magdalena
Victoire Maombi
Joanne Martin
Tim Martin
Elaine Maxwell
Ken Maxwell
Bernadette McGeachy
Don McGeachy
Eleanor McLellan
Jim McLellan
Kayla Morgan
Esther Mugeni
Stephanie Pigeon
Craig Portell
Sarah Portell
Suzanne Quinn
Marc Rajotte
Shannon Scott
Leonardo Sirait
Blair Stromstedt
Fred Thun
Tanya Thun
Diane Van Ham
Jack Van Ham
Brian Van Herk
Suzanne Van Herk
Beth Warkentin
Terry Warkentin
Bill Westmacott
Tammie Westmacott
Elaine Zbitniff
Jason Zbitniff
David Zimmerman
Maxine Zimmerman
Dawna Zuch
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Annual Report 2010
JULY 2009 - JUNE 2010
People Baptized
Scott Agnew
Taylor Allan
Sebastian Aviles
Melissa Bareham
Kayra Baykan
Louis Belzil
Ashley Berry
Dave Blaine
Ambur-Rae Blobel
James Boldt
Nathan Bon Bernard
Deanna Bottomley
Jessica Brantnall
Christopher Bratton
Becky Buszowski
Richard Borgal
Sandra Calder
Brian Campbell
Lawrence Carriere
Luke Catto
Ryan Chantler
Elaine Chapin
Matt Coben
Delina Contois-Link
Danna Craig
Jasmyne deBruin-Hunter
Shawn Demers
Leif Dixon
Kim Downs-Mitchell
Jesse Dubruell
Randy Elliott
Victoria Erhardt
John Fair
David Flegel
Wanda Gacek
Maria Garcia
Ken Garrett
Erina Gartner
Ryan Gartner
Sarah Gaynor
Hayley Gaynor
Carissa Gili
Jessica Gillett
Candy Gomes
Andrea Hahn
Rylan Hahn
Steve Hasham
Alora Hill
Kim Hills
Doug Hills
Ken Hoffman
Helen Hoffman
Kris Horvath
Arlene Howard
Ephraim Hui
Jarrett Jennings
Brandon Kaemingh
Jon Kim
Nicholas Kinnie
Sam Kinnie
Jackie Kowalenko
Marie Lammle
Kirsten Larochelle
Cory LeBlanc
Kimberley Leith
Sam Lippitt
Wade Loberg
Joel Looby
Becky Lowe
Chris Lumley
Chelsey Lynds
Keyvan Majafabadi
Paul Marsden
Michael Martel
Kristina Martinuzzi
Leoncio Martinez
Randall McCann
Rachel McDonald
Michelle McFarlane
Debora McLean
David McNeil
Taryn Mikkelson
Sandra Miller
Doug Mol
Katy Mol
Viatcheslav Morozov
Emma Moshurchak
Erle Moshurchak
Melissa Muller
Jeanne Muller
Brittany Neilson
Alexander Neumann
Sydney Neustaedter
Carmen Oulette
Diane Paley
Doru Pumnea
Shelley Radway
Marc Rajotte
Jan Resus
Janelle Rice
Gordon Robertson
Janeen Robertson
Jeffrey Romanuk
Freddy Roy
Michael Roy
Mahnaz Amir Sadeghi
Chris Sanchez
Jennifer Sanchez
Jared Savage
Jamie Schiwy
Lee Schlosser
Shannon Scott
Doug Sinclair
Stephen Smiley
Zachary Summach
Rachelle Thiessen
Verne Thorarinson
Elizabeth Traub
Jack Van Ham
Daco Vroegindewey
Jasmine Wagner
Mike Wagner
Andrew Warman
Dwayne Washington
Darren Weidner
Bernie White
Julie Wiebe
Laura Wiebe
Ethan Wolsey
Julia Wong
Tyler Zeck
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Annual Report 2010
BUILDING LIVES
CONNECT
# OF PEOPLE CONNECTED IN A LIFE GROUP IN 2009/10
LIFE GROUPS IN 2009/10
(aged 18 yrs. - seniors)
1053
people
2479
(average weekend attendance)
INVOLVED IN A LIFE GROUP
AVERAGE WEEKEND ATTENDANCE
# OF RECORDED LIFE GROUPS IN 2009/10
ADULTS (77)
(MEN/WOMEN/MIXED)
YOUNG FAMILIES (8)
YOUNG MARRIEDS (8)
SINGLES (4)
YOUNG ADULTS (6)
When we first started attending FAC almost
a year ago, we were excited but also overwhelmed. We knew if we weren’t intentional
about getting connected and meeting other
people, we would feel lost. Within weeks of officially deciding FAC would be our home, we
became members and contacted Angela McCombs about plugging us into a Life Group.
We were surprised to find out there were so many
options: did we want a group based on where we
lived? Age demographic? A mixed mosaic-style?
Fresh out of university, we wanted to connect
with people at our stage in life, so we opted for
a “young marrieds” group, and absolutely love it!
We learn as much or more about love and marriage from the other couples as we do from the
great study materials we do as a group – and fun
and laughter is always central. Most importantly,
it is so comforting to know that we can lean on
each other for prayer, celebrating triumphs and
walking through valleys together. We love that
FAC doesn’t just call them “small groups” but
LIFE Groups. That little word change tells you
what they are all about ... doing everyday life
together.”
Brian + Suzanne Van Herk
LEADERS/COACHES IN 2009/10
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APPROX. # OF PEOPLE ENGAGED IN SERVING (2009/10)
Leadership* (25)
*Board of Elders, Finance & Nominating Committees
Administrative Support (40)
Weekend Support Teams i.e. Communion (130)
LIFE U Teachers, Facilitators & Support (82)
Worship Arts & Technical Arts (218)
Student Ministries (90)
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Seniors & Friends (15)
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Fusion Singles (8)
Alpha (40)
Prayer Ministries (65)
Guest Services (82)
Bookstore & Library (15)
Family & Marriage (32)
DiscoveryLand (310)
Harvest Ministries/Cornerstone Café (240)
Community Impact (210)
Global Impact (40)
Global Church Event Planning/The Summit (64)
The House (100)
Glenmore Christian Academy* (30)
*GCA Board, Volunteer Core
Camp Chamisall (40-50)
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Annual Report 2010
JULY 2009 - JUNE 2010
AVERAGE WEEKEND ATTENDANCE BY
FIRST TIME VISITORS
77 76
grade 5-6 kids
birth-walking
AGE (SEPT. 2009-JUNE 2010)
TOTAL:
413 KIDS
EARLY CHILDHOOD
(birth-walking)
PRESCHOOL
156
grade 1-4 kids
104
(2-5 yrs.)
GRADE SCHOOL (grade
ACCELERATE
(grade 5-6)
2009/10 OFFERING PROJECTS
$5157 + $5000
GIVEN BY KIDS
11 CHILDREN BAPTIZED
MATCHED BY DONORS
WHERE THE OFFERING WENT
WHAT VOLUNTEERS SAY
KIPS FOR COLLEGE
Helping Darrell & Katrina Weins send students in Laos, Thaliand to college
“Being (in DiscoveryLand) on a Saturday
night makes the whole rest of the week
seem worthwhile!”
DUCK SOUP
Supporting a local lunch program in
Calgary schools
“I think God has used the children and
the young parents to impact me. I feel
honored that the young parents put their
faith in me to look after their children
and hope that it provides them time to
connect with each other and with God.”
CAR FOR JEN & TITO
YWAM workers in Argentina
1-4)
2-5 year olds
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AVERAGE # OF STUDENTS IN ATTENDANCE BY MINISTRY 2009/10
85
15
SPECIAL EVENTS
SUMMER EVENTS
25
SUNDAY DISCUSSION GROUPS
100
0
20
40
60
80
SATURDAY LIFT
100
50
45
SUMMER EVENTS
44
SPECIAL EVENTS
SUPER GROUPS
15
0
10
OXYGEN WORSHIP
20
30
40
50
LIFE GROUPS
35
10
20
30
SPECIAL EVENTS
40
“During a grade 12 retreat last
spring, we had a time of support and
sharing among the students and leaders. Everyone participated, sharing
and receiving prayer requests, each
student or leader praying for one
another as each request was shared.
We also wrote notes of encouragement and thankfulness in each others’ journals. Because of time spent
together like this – sharing needs,
encouraging each other and doing
life together – these students will
always remember the significance of
Christian community and the need
for it in their lives. The notes written
in my journal bring some of my most
treasured memories from the four
years I spent leading these students.”
- Terry Schmidt
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20
50
STUDENTS BAPTIZED
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# OF PEOPLE SERVING ON COMMUNITY
IMPACT TEAMS 2009/10
LABOUR OF LOVE (10)
TEEN CHALLENGE (18)
Annual Report 2010
THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE
3940
LBS. OF FOOD DONATIONS
TOOL TEAM (38)
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD
SHERWOOD BREAKFAST
PROGRAM (15)
IT'S SEW EASY (13)
INN FROM THE COLD (102)
OIL CHANGE DAYS (14)
1995
SHOEBOXES PACKED
LABOUR OF LOVE
1500
400
94
54
BACKPACKS FILLED
INN FROM THE COLD
SHOW ‘N SHINE IMPACT
INN FROM THE COLD
Feedback about the Show ‘N Shine has been
very positive from young and old alike. The
thing that really sticks out in my mind was the
number of people that came and stopped me
to ask about the church in general. Do I attend
here? How does my family like the services? Are all
these volunteers from this church? The best comment was from someone who said that he and
his wife might come and check FAC out; they
used to go to church a long time ago and coming
to the Show ‘N Shine sparked their interest in
church again. This is why we reach out to people outside of our building … it’s about meeting them where they’re at, serving, and seeing
God work through community events like this.
Inn From The Cold at FAC hosts two Inns per
month for 10 months of the year. Our guests
are composed mainly of single men, women and couples who may or may not have
children, or who may or may not have custody of their children and would otherwise
have no place to sleep at night. We receive
approximately twenty guests per Inn, depending on the month. Some of our guests
stay with us for more than one Inn in a
season, but we fill about 400 beds over the
course of the season at First Alliance Church,
offering a safe warm place to sleep, two
meals and people that care to love on them.
-Dale Sevcik
-Sarah Gaynor
BEDS FILLED PER SEASON
CARE FUND ASSISTANCE
FAMILIES RECIEVED AID
OIL CHANGE DAYS
FAMILIES SERVED IN 2009/10
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COUNTRIES WITH C&MA INTERNATIONAL WORKERS 2009/10
REPRESENTED FROM
C&MA CANADA
REPRESENTED FROM
# OF OTHER MISSION
ORGANIZATIONS FAC SUPPORTS
FIRST ALLIANCE
OUT OF THE 8 ARE
LIMITED ACCESS
HIGHLIGHT ON NIGER
In the midst of political and military uncertainties, famine and flooding, our Saturday grain aid distribution continues with
health teaching and the story of Noah. Last
week, I was encouraged by the memorization of these guys. There were a few new
young men, and after I finished the story
on Noah, one of the new guys began asking about the meaning. His friend sitting
next to him re-told the highlights of the
SERVICE TRANSLATION @ FAC
# MONTHS FARSI TRANSLATION
HAS BEEN OFFERED DURING THE
SUNDAY 11 am SERVICE
story and then shared the meaning of the
rainbow. Then they were given health booklets and the friend explained to him all the
teachings of the last four months, page by
page, picture by picture, until he understood it all! Pray that the truth of God’s love
through His covenant of the rainbow will
speak to the hearts of the Kongu villagers.
CAMBODIA
June 28-July 12, 2009
Team Members: 12
Involvement in student English camp
& working with “Place of Rescue.”
ECUADOR
June 30-July 11, 2009
Team Members: 25
Urban building maintenance and
evangelism in urban & jungle areas.
-Kristi Hopf
NICARAGUA
EVERGREEN CHRISTIAN CHURCH
February 20-March 6, 2010
Team Members: 22
Church construction, eyeglass clinic,
community & school outreach.
Supported by C&MA and First Alliance
Church, Evergreen Christian Church
held its first service on January 25, 2009
under the leadership of Pastor David
Kang. Evergreen’s purpose is to serve
multiple nations through the Gospel of
Jesus Christ and encourages the speaking of simple English to communicate
and teach the Bible. The church’s desire
is to build a multi-cultural environment
with respect for all individuals, offering
ministries such as ESL, ESOL Alpha and
small groups. Average Sunday attendance
is forty adults and children at their current location, 10620 Elbow Drive SW
Calgary. For more info, visit our website:
www.evergreenchristian.ca
HAITI
March 24-31, 2010
Team Members: 4 + 2 from Quebec
Provide relief supplies & shelter for
Haitian seniors & solidify partnership
AVG. WEEKEND ATTENDANCE
@ EVERGREEN CHRISTIAN CHURCH
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COMMUNITY CHILI NIGHTS
GOD MOVING @ THE
HOUSE COFFEE SANCTUARY 2009/10
“We’ve had a street girl named Toni who’s
been volunteering at The House for almost a year. She became pregnant and
decided to keep the baby –praise God!
It’s been a tough go for her, but the love,
prayers and compassion of our staff has
helped sustain her. She recently had her
baby, a healthy baby girl named Harmony. She’s living in a stable environment
and still wants to be involved at The
House. She said that it would be amazing if The House had something where
she could connect with parents. It just
so happened that earlier that morning,
I had met with some of the members of
our Converge Church that happens here
at The House. They wanted to start a program that would allow parents to meet at
The House and talk about the struggles of
parenting and to be a resource to one another. It would also be a chance to build
relationships with people in the neighborhood who need Christ. When I told this
to Toni, she was so excited she invited a
number of friends from her pregnancy
group. We hope in the near future to be
able to connect a number of young moms
from street culture with Christian parents
as mentors.” (DERRICK MITCHELL,
PASTOR OF THE HOUSE)
30-80
PEOPLE COME FOR DINNER
3rd WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
WEDNESDAY NIGHT CHURCH
1 YEAR
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION!
(AVG. 30-40 PEOPLE ATTEND)
UNIQUE BEVERAGES ON MENU
+
ENDLESS
FLAVOUR
OPTIONS
GLENMORE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY K-9 STUDENT ENROLMENT
800
www.gcaschool.ca
700
600
500
562
590
617
628
642
07-08
08-09
09-10
400
300
200
100
0
05-06
06-07
“We have been a GCA family for 10 years.
Our kids have been blessed by amazing
teachers and staff that encouraged them
each day to live out a personal faith in
Jesus Christ that has led our children
to become involved in church ministry
and many missions trips. We have been
involved as parent volunteers and our kids
have participated in the fantastic school
productions and grown through their
involvement in the many sports programs.
GCA has supported what we have taught
at home and our children are on their way
to becoming successful young adults. GCA
has been there for us during times of need
and we hope that many more families will
have the opportunity to experience what
has become our GCA family. We are truly
blessed from our time here.”
- Jorge and Heidy Avilés
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CONNECTING & SERVING THROUGH HARVEST
MINISTRIES 2009/10
“When I started attending FAC about six
years ago, I sensed a feeling of warmth
and belonging that I had not felt before.
It became an integral part of my life. After
FAC rebuilt in its new location, I decided
that I would like to become more active in
the church and get to know more people.
I decided to get involved with Harvest
Ministries because I thought that it would
be a place where I could comfortably fit
in and pay back some of the love and
warmth that I had received so freely. It was
one of the wisest moves that I have ever
made. I got to know many more church
members and felt such a sense of belonging that I ended up being baptized and
becoming a church member! I enjoy serving in the Harvest Ministries every time
I go. I love the hugs, laughter and comradeship. It truly is a highlight in my life.”
HARVEST KITCHEN
CORNERSTONE CAFÉ
APPROX. # OF PEOPLE WHO SERVE
FUNERAL LUNCHEON TEAM
“[Serving through Harvest Ministries] I got to know many more
felt such a sense of belonging that I
ended up being baptized and becoming a church member!”
# PEOPLE INVOLVED IN WORSHIP
175
40
25
APPROX. # OF PEOPLE WHO SERVE
-Christine Gieck
church members and
Annual Report 2010
APPROX. # OF PEOPLE WHO SERVE
& TECHNICAL ARTS 2009/10
A TIME FOR CHRISTMAS
TECHNICAL ARTS
86
90
DRAMA/THEATRE
5359
# OF PEOPLE WHO ATTENDED
WORSHIP TEAMS
CONCERT OF HOPE
53
48
ORCHESTRA
CHOIR
$22K
RAISED FOR HAITI RELIEF
+25 CHILDREN SPONSORED
“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you
sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do,
whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
Colossians 3:16-17
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8000
7000
www.faccalgary.com
MONTHLY HITS 2009/10
ONLINE REGISTRATIONS
6000
5000
# OF VIDEOS ONLINE
4000
3000
120+
22
TOTAL HRS. OF ONLINE VIDEO
2000
1000
HOURS
58 MIN.
JUL
AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC
JAN
FEB
MAR APR
3 MOST VISITED PAGES 2009-2010
1 weekend resources
2 registration & tickets
3 staff listing
SITE VISITS FROM COUNTRIES WITH > 100 HITS
MAY
JUN
ONLINE REG./TICKET SALES
$113,241
ONLINE GIVING
$111,515
“I just wanted to tell you how
incredible your website is and
how excellent it looks. There is
nothing more inspiring to me
than a church who does things
well. Good job.”
-Lead Pastor,
McKenzie Towne Church
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WRITTEN BY PASTOR SCOTT WEATHERFORD IN 2009
We will say yes to God! We will be a people who dare
to follow His leadership regardless the cost. We will be
a people of prayer and faith. (Zechariah 4:6; Ephesians
6:18; I Thessalonians 5:17-21)
We will create an intentional environment and a system
where people can come to a saving relationship with Jesus
Christ. We will be all about reaching people. (Luke 15;
Romans 10:14, 15; II Corinthians 3:4, 5; 5:16-21; I
Peter 2:9)
We will provide dynamic weekend worship gatherings for
all ages. These gatherings will be relevant and excellent,
using the arts to touch the heart with teaching that is
biblical ,leading to God-honouring life change. (Deuteronomy 6:5; Proverbs 3:9, 10; Luke 10:38-24; John 17:3;
Romans 12:7; II Corinthians 9:6-15; Ephesians 1:22-23;
Philippians 3:8-10; Colossians 1:28; II Timothy 3:16-17;
I Peter 1:23-24)
We will be a church of small groups for all ages, genders,
and life stages. These gatherings will be the primary place
of care, spiritual growth, evangelism and life change.
(Luke 6:12-13; Acts 2:44-47; I Thessalonians 2:7-12;
Philemon 1:2)
We will create an environment and system for every member to minister according to their God-given design.
(Romans 12:8; I Corinthians 12:4-11; Ephesians 4:11-13;
I Peter 4:8-11)
We will create a leadership engine to equip leaders to lead
well through time-honored biblical concepts, modeled
after the servant leadership style of Jesus. This leadership
engine will be for the leaders of FAC and the body of
Christ. We will invest in the next generation, equipping
them to serve in the now and in the next. (Romans 12:8,
Nehemiah. 1:1-2:20, John 13:3-5, Acts 6:2-5)
We will join God in church planting and church restoration movements by being a teaching, research and
resourcing church. (Acts 13:1-3; Acts 16:6-10)
We will be intentionally engaged in bringing God’s love to
Calgary, Canada, North America and the world through
prayer, projects and the giving of resources. This effort
will be in direct relationship with the C&MA. (Matthew
28:16-20; Acts 1:8; I Thessalonians 1:7, 8)
We will function as a family by having fun, believing
the best, guarding unity and structuring according to
relationships and purpose. (John 13:34-35; I Corinthains
12:1-13; I Corinthians 13; Philippians 2:1-11, Acts 2:4247; Galatians 6:10; I John 3:16)
We will be a people and place of help, healing, and hope
for individuals and families. (Matthew 5:14-16; Luke
10:25-37; James 2:14-26)
We will create a core curriculum (spiritual pathway map)
that allows people to develop into Christ-like maturity
by equipping them to connect, grow, serve and share
their faith. (John 14:21; II Corinthains 8:7; Ephesians
4:15-24; Philippians 1:6; II Timothy 2:2; James 1:22-25;
Hebrews 12:1; I Peter 2:1-3)
We will pay off our debt and expand our current campus,
creating an environment for building the lives of preschoolers, children and students. (II Corinthians 9:9-15)
We will give our very best in all that we do and we will
also leverage technology as we pursue the vision detailed
above for the glory of God. (Malachi 1:6-14; Proverbs
27:17; I Corinthians10:31; Colossians 3:17; I Thessalonians 2:12)
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First Alliance Church of the Christian and Missionary Alliance
COMMENTARY ON FINANCIAL RESULTS
For the Year Ended June 30, 2010
(references to dollar amounts are $ thousands)
This Commentary on Financial Results is provided to enable readers to assess the financial operations and condition of First Alliance
Church for the year ended June 30, 2010. It should be read in conjunction with the audited financial statements, notes and schedules
and is dated October 20, 2010.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Total revenues increased by 6.7% or $486 to $7,747 and total expenses increased by 7.1% or $488 to $6,733 with
distributions as shown below:
2010
General Fund
Offering
2009
Capital Fund
Offering
Missions Fund
Offering
Care Fund Offering
Other Revenues
1,000
2,000
3,000
41%
Staff
19%
Missions
2010
2009
15%
Ministry
Care Fund
4,000
3%
9%
Support
5%
Interest
8%
Amortization
500
1,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
3,000
INCREASED GIVING SUPPORT
Total donations increased by 6% or $372 to $6,792. Following is a giving breakdown for FAC’s four major funds:
Missions Fund offering was up overall by 8% or $85 to $1,187. Almost all of that increase was in donor designated giving, enabling:
• FAC’s funding for Alliance Foreign Missions to grow to $720 compared with $650 last year.
• payments to Commissioned missionaries to increase by $31 to$175.
• short term missions that involved increased costs (Ecuador, Haiti, Cambodia) – up $131 over last year.
• $24 increase in support for Outreach organizations (e.g. Teen Challenge, Neighbourlink, Mustard Seed).
Care Fund offering was up by 32% or $47 to $196.
General Fund offering was up by 9% or $289 to $3,610.
Capital Fund offering was down by 2% or $49 to $1,800.
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(references to dollar amounts are $ thousands)
SIGNIFICANT GENERAL FUND COMPONENTS
Earned revenues and recoveries are now reported on a gross basis on the Statement of Operations and Schedule of Expenses instead of net basis. Refer to Note 3 for further explanation.
Revenues from facility rentals were essentially unchanged. But $26 new revenue from the cell phone tower on FAC’s property increased total rental revenues.
Staff costs increased by $215 due to increases in pay rates and total paid hours. But a $75 increase in offsetting subsidies and recoveries brought the net cost increase down to $140.
Greater use of the facility increased custodial and maintenance expenses by $21. But costs for electricity and gas utilities decreased by $28 due to lower rates and better use of the building management system.
A renewed focus on Communications and events increased expenses by $26 in this area.
Library and Resource Centre usage increased, driving revenues higher by $60 and expenses higher by $50.
Life Connection revenues increased by $36 while expenses rose by $46. The Beth Moore conference was the largest factor contributing to the revenue and expense increases, along with increased spending on other connecting events.
Sales volume at The House was down this year, resulting in revenues and expenses both dropping by $35.
CHANGES IN FIRST ALLIANCE CHURCH’S FINANCIAL POSITION
General Fund expenses were held below budget. Together with increased giving, that resulted in a surplus of $212. $183 of the surplus was reserved for specific applications:
• $50 toward Global Advance, the Alliance’s primary fund supporting foreign missions
• $100 to cover anticipated initial costs for required future facilities expansion
• $33 for the future of Evergreen Community Church, a new ministry of FAC.
New employee loans of $100 and $10 were issued to assist pastors settling into Calgary.
The Capital Fund enabled additional investments in property and equipment: third parking entrance, tractor, renovations and furniture for office and ministry spaces.
The debt required to provide FAC’s current facilities was paid down by $1.4 million, reducing it from $11.9 million to
$10.5 million.
The declining loan balance and a lower interest rate reduced interest expense, down from $505 to $332.
OVERALL SUMMARY
All of the above leaves First Alliance Church in a positive financial position, as needed to support ministry to a growing congregation. We are thankful for God’s provision through the giving of His faithful people. This year’s financial results should encourage all of us to continue trusting Him as we take on the larger challenges and opportunities in FAC’s vision.
Respectfully Submitted,
Robert Hawes, CA
Treasurer
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STAFF LISTING
For complete contact information, please view our online staff directory located on the homepage under CONTACT US.
• Pastoral Staff * Part-time Staff (less than 30 hrs/week) ** Volunteer Staff
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Scott Weatherford (Lead Pastor) •
Terry Young (Teaching Pastor) •
Randy Rohrick (Life Connection Pastor) •
Carey Thiessen (Director of Operations)
Les Bon-Bernard (Family Life/Share Pastor) •
Jason Erhardt (Worship Arts Pastor) •
Heather Wile (Director of Global Environments, Events &
Communications)
ADMINISTRATION
Carey Thiessen (Administration Team Leader) •
Cathie Hall (Office Administrator)
Brent Krawchuk (Cornerstone Resources)
Anne Freeman (Admin. Assistant)
Cheryl Siebring (Office Assistant)
Cherie Merryweather (Admin. Assistant)
Heather Brown (Admin. Assistant)
Janet Loewen (Receptionist)
Suzanne Van Herk (Admin. Assistant)
Sandra Taylor (Room Bookings)
Ruth Bittle (Admin. Assistant)*
Sharon Teichroeb (Admin. Assistant)
Financial Officers
Betty Korthuis (Financial Manager)
Sheila Forbes (Financial Assistant)
Facilities
Kevin Jalving (Building Superintendent)
Ron Kroeker (Building Maitenance Supervisor)
Donna Martin (Custodian)
Pat Roach (Custodian)
Brad McDowell (Custodian)*
Ingrid Thiessen (Custodian)
Dave McNeil (Custodian)*
Choy Fuk (Custodian)*
Harvest Ministries
Gail Hunter (Harvest Ministries Team Leader)
Michele Flynn (Cornerstone Café)
COMMUNICATIONS
Heather Wile (Communications Team Leader)
Derek Johnson (Video/Web Design)*
Cheryl Siebring (Drama)
Brad Young (Guest Services) •
Julie McPhail (Print Communications)
Suzanne Van Herk (Admin. Assistant)
The House Coffee & Sanctuary
126 – 10 St NW Calgary AB T2N 1V3
Derrick Mitchell (Pastor of The House) •
www.thehousecoffee.ca
WORSHIP ARTS
Jason Erhardt (Worship Arts Team Leader) •
Celeste Avilés (Student Worship Director)*
Vic Delamont (Technical Arts Associate)
Wayne Jeschke (A/V Coordinator)
Paul Nadeau-Bonilla (Technical Director)
Anne Freeman (Admin. Assistant)
FAMILY LIFE
Les Bon-Bernard (Family Life Team Leader) •
Ed Dyck (Seniors)* •
Sharon Teichroeb (Admin. Assistant)
Children’s Ministry Team
Crystal Sylvester (Children’s Ministry Team Leader/Early Childhood) •
Colleen Hoare (DiscoveryLand Grade 1-4)*
Jenn Limacher (DiscoveryLand PreSchool)*
Cherie Merryweather (Admin. Assistant)
Meely Cho (Intern)
Student Ministries Team
Dennis Velikodnijs (Pastor of Accelerate & Junior High) •
Jonathan Klein (Pastor of Senior High & Young Adults) •
David Conrad (Senior High Associate)*
Heather Brown (Admin. Assistant)
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Les Bon-Bernard (Team Leader ) •
Grant Weber (Community Impact Pastor) •
Pat Worsley (Global Impact Pastor)* •
Afshin Latifzadeh (Ethnic Ministries Pastor) •
Sharon Teichroeb (Admin. Assistant)
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Terry Young (Serve/Grow Team Leader) •
Robyn Manning (Pastor of Life Development) •
Cindy Bartlett (Serve Coordinator)
Ray Matheson (Pastor of Congregational Care) •
Janet Loewen (Admin. Assistant)
Building Lives That CONNECT
Randy Rohrick (Life Connection Team Leader) •
Grant Sylvester (Life Group Coaching/Men) •
Tara Weatherford (Women’s Ministry Director)
Corinne Yuzek (Women’s Life Groups)*
Angela McCombs (Life Group Rep.)
Ron Kish (Life Group Coach)**
Cathie Hall (Admin. Assistant)
12345 40 Street SE Calgary, AB
phone: 403-252-7572
email: [email protected]
www.faccalgary.com