100 years…and we’re just getting started!
Be part of something historic!
Original Church Building in 1925
In 2025, MCC will turn 100 years old. That’s 100 years of community transformation—no scandals, no church splits—just consistent impact. For a century, God has used Maryland to transform individuals, and those individuals have transformed the community.
People often say that if your church moved out of the community and your community would feel the impact, then you know your church is healthy. If Maryland closed its doors, Terre Haute and the surrounding areas would feel it.
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us,”
Hebrews 12:1 (NIV)
Celebrating 100 Years
We're turning 100 in 2025, and we've decided to make it a year long celebration! But we're not just reminiscing; we're thrilled about what is happening right now!
Take "At the Movies," (an outreach sermon series we do in June) for example. It's more than just watching films; it's about guiding people to step closer to Christ. We continue to hear stories from people whose first steps toward Christ happened because of an invitation to "At the Movies."
We're also deeply committed to impacting the community through Fostering Hope and efforts like the Hope House. A few years ago, we began serving DCS by cleaning their family visitation room. Over time, trust grew, and now we're not just impacting kids and families—we're seeing even DCS workers encounter Jesus through our outreach.
We're not just looking back; we are also celebrating the present and moving forward into the future with renewed passion. These days are better than ever—and the best is yet to come!
IMAGINE…
Thousands of people taking one step closer to Christ in our CHURCH, COMMUNITY & WORLD through your generous support of vibrant, growing ministries already serving people where they are and sharing the life-saving message of Jesus.
What is NEXT100 and what does it mean for MCC?
NEXT100 is a bold generosity initiative as we celebrate 100 years of God's faithfulness at Maryland Community Church. We're accelerating into the future by paying off our mortgage, expanding campuses, improving facilities, transforming our community through Fostering Hope, and impacting the world through global missions. Together, we're joining God in greater impact within our church, community, and world, setting the stage for the NEXT100 years of transformation.
For a century, the people of Maryland Community Church have stepped out in faith, transforming lives through Christ and impacting the world. Now, it's our turn to continue this legacy. Our generosity will follow in the footsteps of those who came before, fueling a movement of lives transformed by Christ who will then transform the world.
By joining NEXT100, we become a vital part of a story where transformed people transform communities. Together, we'll build a future filled with hope and limitless possibilities.
As we approach our 100th anniversary in 2025, we're accelerating into the future with bold faith through our "Next100" generosity initiative.
☑ PAYING OFF OUR MORTGAGE
We'll unite our entire Maryland Community Church family at the Hulman Center to celebrate and burn our mortgage, freeing up nearly $36,000 monthly for ministry. Imagine the impact we can make with those resources!
☑ CAMPUS EXPANSION
We're expanding our reach by launching new campuses in Brazil and Sullivan, transforming these communities just as we've seen at our 12 Points campus.
CHURCH: Initiative #1
☑ BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS
To accommodate our growing family, we’re improving our facilities to address space constraints and enhance our ministry capabilities.
Together, we're pouring fuel on the fire, joining God in greater impact within our church, community, and world. Let's make history and set the stage for the next 100 years of transformation.
God has called us to transform our community by stepping into hard places where hope is needed most. Our focus is fostering hope through ministries like Hope House and Family Refuge.
☑ HOPE HOUSE EXPANSION
We're investing in Hope House, a haven for children removed from their homes. Before, they spent nights in DCS offices; now, they have a place of refuge. We're exploring the development of Hope House and dreaming of its expansion to Brazil and Sullivan.
☑ FAMILY REFUGE GROWTH
We're growing Family Refuge, supporting parents in supervised visits, teaching parenting skills, and working towards family healing.
Together, we're joining God in transforming our community one family at a time.
COMMUNITY: Initiative #2
We're allocating 10% of the funds raised through NEXT100 to global missions, partnering with Nicaragua, Uganda, Guatemala, Haiti, and West Africa organizations. We're making a tangible impact by meeting real needs—sponsoring children, providing resources, and supporting schools. Our 2025 goal is to send 100 volunteers abroad to serve and witness the transformation firsthand.
☑ SPECIAL PROJECTS FOR MINISTRY PARTNERS INCLUDING…
Nicaragua (NRN/TAV School)
Uganda (Global Voice/PDN)
Guatemala (Light & Life School)
Haiti (Street Hearts)
West Africa (PBT)
☑ 100+ ON MISSION TRIPS
Together, we're embracing our responsibility to make a difference worldwide.
WORLD: Initiative #3
GOAL: $2.5 Million
*Above & beyond regular giving
PRAY.
As we embark on this exciting journey into the NEXT100 years, we invite our community to join in prayer. Pray for unity as we make significant decisions about campus expansions and renovations. Pray that God guides, even when plans may not align with our personal preferences.
Let's seek His will, asking Him to keep us unified and focused on transforming lives. We're also inviting you to consider how you might contribute. Reflect on what God is prompting you to give - not out of obligation, but with a cheerful heart. Like our leaders who've stepped out in faith, we're calling on our community to go first in generosity. Your early pledges will inspire others to join this movement.
Together, we'll witness incredible transformations in our church, community, and world. Let's move forward in faith, knowing that our collective efforts will make a lasting impact for generations to come.
Following the footsteps of faithful leaders before us, let’s unite in prayer, seeking God’s guidance as we boldly step into the NEXT100 years.
Stories from MCC family…
HOW DO WE GET THERE?
Your support is vital to the realization of these ambitious goals. The giving steps illustrate the various levels at which you can contribute, each playing a crucial role in our collective mission.
Your generosity fuels change. We invite you to pledge your support or make a gift today. Every pledge, every gift, brings us closer to a NEXT100 years where everyone can find faith, hope, and community.
The Goal: $2.5 Million
CALENDAR
Nov-Early Dec 2024:
Vision meetings with small groups & teams for early pledges.
COMMUNITY TEAMS
Groups & Teams Tour
Sunday, Dec 15th, 2024:
Opportunity for key donors and leadership to pledge early.
CORE LEADERSHIP PLEDGE
Jan 12, 19 & 26, 2025:
Inspiring messages encouraging church-wide commitment.
NEXT100 TEACHING SERIES
Sunday, Jan 26th, 2024:
End of the public phase. Financial goal to be established for this “first gift.”
FIRST GIFT AND PLEDGE
Fall 2025:
Special 100 Years Anniversary service at Hulman Center (tentative).