The Brethren Church National Office invites local Brethren congregations to apply for a New Day Grant. After receiving numerous requests for the 2009 New Day Grant, the National Office would like to offer another opportunity to resource our churches to transformtheir communities.
Important information about the grants:
1. To apply, simply fill out the attached sheet, providing the necessary detailed information.
2. A congregation can apply for a grant up to $2,000.
3. The New Day Grant money must be used to directly impact ministry to your local community and fulfill the New Day mission and vision of The Brethren Church:
· Transformed leadership
· Transformed congregations
· Transformation of your community … in the power of the Holy Spirit!
{Grant money cannot be used for capital improvements or already existing programs.}
4. The deadline for applications is May 31, 2010. An impartial committee will review all grant applications and select grant recipients.
5. Grants will be announced and awarded at National Conference in July 2010.
If you have any questions you may contact: Tony Van Duyne (National Office staff at 419-289-1708) or Leroy Solomon (Executive Board Representation for ATS at 419-289-5906).
What a great opportunity for Brethren congregations to impact their local community for Christ and have the money provided to make it happen! Meet with your leadership now and prayerfully consider how you might utilize one of these grants.
Sincerely,
National Office Staff
Executive Board of The Brethren Church
