When we look back on 2023, we have a lot to be thankful for!  The theme last year was being more like Jesus, and I think we accomplished our goal!   

Most importantly, we had 15 Baptisms this year.

We had set our budget at $287,000 last year and we only missed it by $327.00 a week. These are just a few of our accomplishments as a church.

Our youth were busy (budget $13,000) with another successful VBS; they showed their talents through Lads to Leaders and were uplifted at CYC (Challenge Youth Conference) and Commit Youth Rally.  They have stepped up to lead in worship and invite their friends to worship with them.  It is inspiring to see them fill a pew during worship services. 

We continue to support missions (budget $41,000) through Mid-western Children’s Home, Potter Children’s Home, Guyana Mission Trip, Baxter Institute, Ben’s mission work in Alaska, churches in Central America and Telica, Nicaragua. 

We built fellowship and family at the church Retreat at Fort Hill Christian Youth Camp, Men’s Retreat at Potter’s Ranch, and the women’s retreat. We have formed 6 Small Group Bible Study times to increase discussion and build confidence in sharing our faith.

We hired a Part Time Education Director and opened a community program for our youngest friends with the Bible Buddies Program.  We have reached out to the community through our Socktober collections and filling Magi Boxes. Our ladies have prepared many ready meals for those who are sick.  We are sending the House to House publication to everyone in Alexandria.

We were able to upgrade the lighting within our building and add new lighted signs outside to make us more visible to the community.

This is only some of the wonderful things that Summit has done and continues to do to act more like Jesus.  I know you can think of more.

We have big plans for the New Year; we have increased our budget to $310,000 and increased our budget for our Youth and Education.  Daryl has set up a visitor welcome guide with a Summit Coffee Mug to be given to our visitors. 

Our theme for 2024 is: 

Matthew 28:19-20 – The Great Commission ……….GO…………BAPTISE………TEACH

Be in constant prayer that the Lord will continue to bless us at Summit so that we can be a blessing and reach those around us! 

We are proud of our past and look forward to our future!