gensend old town alexandria prospectus final
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GenSend Birmingham
Old Town
Church plant prospectus
Alexandria, VA
Karissa AnnisUniversity of Alabamaanthropology and Classics
OUR TEAM
Hallie BoisclairUniversity of Alabama-BirminghamMarketing
Caleb GraySamford UniversityReligion
Hannah GreenUniversity of Alabama-BirminghamNeuroscience
Carter jacksonSamford UniversityJournalism and Mass communication
Nathan KitchensUniversity of Alabama-BirminghamGraduate Student: Literature
Koby LangnerBelmont UniversityReligious and Communication studies
John Luke RobinsonSoutheastern Bible CollegeBible and Counseling
Connor SteppsUniversity of Alabama-BirminghamBiomedical engineering
Drew TunnellWallace state community collegeCommunications
J.D. TylerSamford universityReligion 1
Our team has its home base in Birmingham, AL. We all attend different universities and have many different interests, talents, and majors. Our Gospel identity, however, has been the core that holds us together. It is the cornerstone of conflict resolution, our evangelism, and cultural exegesis. We have lived in biblical community by sharing meals, commuting, and ultimately, presenting the Gos-pel together.
core beliefs
Who is God?
What is the bible?
We believe that there is only one true and living God. He is the Creator and Sustainer of all things. God has all power and all knowledge. He alone is worthy of worship. God exists in three distinct persons but without division. God the Father reigns as a perfect father over all creation. The Father is all-powerful, all-knowing, all-loving, and all-wise. Christ is the eternal Son of God. He became human through incarnation by the Holy Spirit and through the virgin Mary. As a man, Christ was the second and perfect Adam. He was crucified, buried, and rose again thus paying the debt for our sins. He ascended into Heaven and sits at the right hand of God. One day, he shall return to visibly rule the new heavens and earth. The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of God and is fully divine. In older times the Spirit inspired the writing of the Scriptures. He causes humans to understand God’s truth. He convicts and calls. And we are baptized through the Spirit. He bestows gifts and empowers believers.
(Genesis 1:1,26,27; Psalm 90:2; Isaiah 9:6; Matthew 1:22-23; Matthew 28:19; John 16:7-13, 14:16-17; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; 1 Corinthians 15: 45; 2 Corinthians 3:17; 2 Corinthians 13:14; Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 1:13, 5:18; Philippians 2:5-11; 1 Timothy 6:14-15; Titus 2:13; Hebrews 4:14-15; 1 Peter 1:2)
The Bible is a book compiled and written by men divinely inspired via the Holy Spirit. It is the revelation of God to us. The Scriptures are completely without error and contain perfect truth. It reveals God’s judgment and salvation. Therefore it stands at the center of the Christian life. All Scripture points to Christ and He is its focus.
(Psalm 119:105,160; Proverbs 2:6, 30:5; 2 Timothy 1:13, 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21)
These beliefs are what we know to be truth, and we seek to live them out in our lives.
What is salvation?
Salvation is a gift of God offered freely to reedem all men and women. There is no salvation apart from a personal faith in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of sins. In general, salvation includes regeneration and justification, which leads to sanctification and glorification. Salvation results in eternal life in heaven with Christ.
(Romans 5:1, 6:23; Ephesians 2:9; John 14:6, 1:12; Titus 3:5; Galatians 3:26)
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core beliefs cont.
What is The Church?
A church is a congregation of baptized believers united by a common covenant and expression of faith in Christ. The church is under the lordship of Christ, but is visibly preserved through the leadership of elders and the common authority of its members. There is also a universal church, which is the body of Christ throughout all generations and peoples.
(Matthew 16:15-19; 18:15-20; Acts 2:41-42,47; 5:11-14; 6:3-6; 13:1-3; 14:23,27; 15:1-30; 16:5; 20:28; Romans 1:7; 1 Corinthians 1:2; 3:16; 5:4-5; 7:17; 9:13-14; 12; Ephesians 1:22-23; 2:19-22; 3:8-11,21; 5:22-32; Philippians 1:1; Colossians 1:18; 1 Timothy 2:9-14; 3:1-15; 4:14; Hebrews 11:39-40; 1 Peter 5:1-4; Revelation 2-3; 21:2-3)
What is eternity?
Humans are made to exist forever. Because of sin, humans will only be able to live in eternal damnation unless they receive the gift of salvation. Those saved will be able to exist in perfect harmony with God and each other in eternal life. Heaven and hell are eternal realities.
(John 3:16, 5:11-13; Romans 6:23; Revelation 20:15; Matthew 1:8, 2:44, 46)
Our MissionOur mission was to learn the geography, sociality, and spirituality of Old Town Alexandria in order to evaluate the necessity and viability of a gospel-centered church plant.
Our vision is first and foremost that the gospel be proclaimed in every conversation and encounter in Old Town Alexandria through the love of Jesus Christ. We pray for true fellowship and want to see revival in a place with room for more gospel-centered churches.
Our vision
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About D.C.
Facts About D.C.
Culture of D.C.
- Founded in 1790, capital of the United States of America- Population of 675,228 as of 2015. This is an 11.7% increase since the 2010 United States census- If the District were a state, it would rank 49 th in size, ahead of Vermont and Wyoming.- According to 2015 U.S. Census Bureau data, the population of Washington, D.C. was 48.3%Black or African American, 44.1% White (36.1% non-Hispanic White), 4.2% Asian, 0.6%American Indian or Alaskan Native, and 0.2% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander.Individuals from two or more races made up 2.7% of the population. Hispanics of any racemade up 10.6% of the District’s population.- In 2006, half of D.C. residents had at least a four-year college degree- D.C. residents have an average personal income per capita of $55,755; higher than any of the 50 U.S.states- 19% of residents were below the poverty level in 2005, higher than any state except Mississippi
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Washington, DC is a very diverse city with residents not only from across the United States, but around the world. In addition to being the seat of our federal government, it serves as a central hub for cultural development, technology, arts, innovation, communication, philosophy, scholarship, and economics. It is one of the most influential cities in the world.
“Washington is a city of southern efficiency and northern charm.” – John F. Kennedy
-Old Town Alexandria (~about one square mile) has a population of 8,512.-The median age of Old Town residents is 44.1 years.-About 31.1% of people are single.-Household demographics: -Married-couple families (without children): 40.2% -Married-couple families (with children): 48.6% -Single-mother households: 21.6% -Median household income: $124,336 -Median rent: $1,654-Racial demographics: -71% White/Caucasian -13% African-American -2% Asian -7% Persian/Arab -15% Hispanic (of any race)
About Old Town AlexandriaFacts about OTA
Old town alexandriaLocated just off the King Street metro station is Old Town Alexandria, Virginia which spans 1.066 square miles. Old Town Alexandria was founded in 1749, being one of the oldest historic districts in Virginia, and is a popular tourist attraction for those interested in a plethora of dining options, rich history, and a diverse art scene. A free trolley takes guests and locals from the METRO stop to the waterfront and makes frequent stops along the way. Old Town Alexandria is located 8 miles south of D.C. proper on the Potomac River. Both George Washington and Robert E. Lee called Old Town home during their lifetimes. There are numerous parks along the river, restaurants, and an original Torpedo Factory Art Center which provides space for over 160 artists.
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Why OTASpiritual Culture
Areas of Engagement
Old Town Alexandria is a very promising place for a church plant for a number of reasons. There are multifarious worldviews represented by the residents and workers. Our team encountered New Age thinkers, conservative Christians, charismatic Christians, agnostics, and athiests, but the overwhelming majority of our encounters revealed that Old Town is an area of skepticism and lostness. While there is some resistance to a growing church culture, what seems to be commonplace is the yearning for community that arises out of the absence of family and close-friends. This longing can begin to be satisfied by a church plant that is intentional about creating fellowship and community throughout Old Town that ultimately will find its unity in Christ and the gospel.
There are many areas/activities in Old Town that provide opportunities for meeting new people. Some of these areas and activities are:
- Torpedo Factory Art Gallery- Pick-up basketball- Coffee shops (such as Killer E.S.P.)- Recreation Centers- King Street Farmer’s Market- Old Town Waterfront- Restraunts- Shops- Fitness facilities- Parks- Local churches
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Budget BreakdownProposal, $456,000
Initial fundraising recommendation/goal: $410,000
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Staff Salaries (one full-time, three part-time)
Benefits
Housing
Ministry
Development
Administration
Capital Expenses
Facilities
Launch Fund
Communication/Marketing
Total
$174,000
$15,000
$45,000
$62,000
$5,000
$16,000
$14,000
$80,000
$30,000
$15,000
$456,000
Staff Salaries 38%
Benefits 3%
Housing 10%
Ministry 14%
Development 1%
Administration 3%
Capital Expenses
3%
Facilities 18%
Launch Fund 7%
Communication/Marketing
3%
Potential Partners
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Downtown Baptist Church212 S Washington St, Alexandria, VA 22314Phillip V. Faig, Senior Pastorwww.downtownbaptist.orgLocal Southern Baptist Church located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, just off of King Street. This church has been in the area for over 60 yrs. Today it has a relatively small congregation with a new head pastor focused on revitalization of the church.
within Old Town
Ebenezer Baptist Church909 Queen St, Alexandria, VA 22314Senior Pastor: Rev. Albert P. JacksonLocal National Baptist church located a block from King Street. This church has historical roots in the area with lifelong members. It is has newly-formed associations with the SBC and has an active ministry focused mainly on the areas of government housing in Alexandria.
Carpenter’s Shelterwww.carpentersshelter.org Carpenter’s Shelter (United Way) supports the homeless in achieving sustainable independence through shelter, guidance, education, and advocacy.
Charles Houston Recreation Center901 Wythe St, Alexandria, VA 22314
outside Old TownCaptiol Hill Baptist Churchwww.capitolhillbaptist.org- CHBC has a rich history in the DC Metro. They have sent out elders, pastors and members to plant and revitalize churches across this area.- Two of their sister churches are in Alexandria: Del Ray Baptist Church 2405 Russell Road Alexandria, VA 22301 www.delraybaptist.org
Franconia Baptist Church 5912 Franconia Road Alexandria, VA 22310 www.franconiabaptist.org
Redeemer City Churchwww.reedemerdc.orgA gospel-centered, multi-ethnic church plant, in the Brookalnd area of Washington D.C.
Anacostia River Churchwww.anacostiariverchurch.orgA young church plant in the Anocastia area of D.C. in partenship with Capitol Hill Baptist Church, started by their members and elders.
Restoration Church DCwww.restorationchurchdc.comA vibrant church plant from Capitol Hill Baptist, located near the Tenleytown are of Washington D.C.
