Special Prayer Gathering Update – August 18

During our Special Prayer Gathering on August 18, Bishop Kenneth Preston shared important information concerning the state of our jurisdiction.

Through the faithful support of the saints, we have been good stewards of the resources entrusted to us. Under Bishop Preston’s leadership, significant strides and improvements have been made toward the McDowell-Nance-Jordan Convention Center. We are grateful for his leadership and the spirit of excellence that rests upon our headquarters.

The year 2025 has presented unique challenges, with expenses rising far beyond our anticipated budget. Increases in insurance, utilities, and other essential operating costs have placed a major strain on our resources. These needs are serious—but they are not insurmountable.

To meet this critical moment, Bishop Preston has asked each of us to give as much as we can commit by September 22. He has led the way with a personal pledge of $2,000, and others have already joined him in this Giving Campaign with their own commitments. We need everyone’s help. No gift is too small, and certainly, no gift is too large.

While this challenge may be too great for one person alone, it is not too great for all of us together—and most importantly, it is never too great for God, Who is our Helper.