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Over the last 12 months, you've partnered with us to further God's Kingdom. Your generosity through giving allowed us the opportunity to help people find and follow Jesus in the Lehigh Valley and beyond.

Opportunities to Grow​

Baptism​

Over the last year, 117 people took the next step in their journey with Jesus by getting baptized. Over one hundred people shared how Jesus truly does change everything!

“Getting baptized was a major step in my journey to follow Jesus. Being able to publicly declare my faith and intention to live the Lord’s plans for my life continues to bring me peace each and every day. Since getting baptized, I feel I’ve become more sensitive to the Lord’s work surrounding my life!”

Dylan Wasilnak

Student Retreats

Each year, Faith Students offers Fall Retreats and Winter Retreats to worship and connect together, as well as a Summer Ministry Trip to serve others. Each of these events offers a unique opportunity for students to grow as followers of Jesus — opportunities we want to offer every student even if they don’t have the financial means to attend. Check out how your generous giving gave Maya that exact opportunity!

Just like Maya, over 350 students had the opportunity to grow in their relationship with Jesus by attending retreats in the last year.

“Going to Middle School retreats has helped my relationship with Jesus to grow stronger. Being in a fun environment led by strong Christian leaders gave me a safe place to be vulnerable and be filled by the Holy Spirit.”

Jayden Wong

Adult Ministry Retreats

Throughout the past year, we offered three different retreats for our Adult Ministries. Over 100 people took a weekend away to rest and grow in their relationship with Jesus and in community with one another. 

“Attending the Women’s Retreat was very restful and refreshing for me. I’m grateful I had the opportunity to be around a diverse group of women while we learned more about God’s holiness together.”

Grace Ashmar

“The Men’s Retreat was an amazing time of connecting with Jesus in a setting surrounded by other men offering encouragement. As a result of going on the Men’s Retreat, my faith and relationship with Jesus has deepened, and I have taken back many great teachings that I continue to apply and share with others each day.”

Chris McCoy

On the YA Retreat, I was shown that even in the moments I am unseen and broken, God always sees my heart and He strengthens me through encouragement and love from those around me.”

Ben Stockton

Good Friday Experience

Our Good Friday experience gave us an opportunity to walk through Jesus’s last moments here on earth. Multiple rooms throughout the campus were uniquely designed allowing space to reflect, grieve, pray, and celebrate the life and sacrifice of Jesus.

“The Good Friday service gave me a powerful reminder of how much was given to me on the cross. The imagery combined with the music evoked emotion and such thankfulness for the sacrifice made.”

Trevor Miller

VBX 2024

In July, we opened our doors once again for VBX, a week-long opportunity to point kids ages 4-8th grade to Jesus. Almost 200 volunteers served to make this week a success for the 450+ children and students who attended each day.

“Serving at VBX has been such a blessing! It is a week that I look forward to every year. I absolutely love seeing the kids get filled with the joy of Jesus and asking questions about Him. Not only does VBX make an impact on kids, but I found that it has also impacted me as a volunteer in several ways. Each day has a constant reminder to have childlike faith in our relationship with God!”

Kalina Chmiel, VBX Volunteer

“My 8 year old twins loved VBS. They looked forward to it every single day. They learned so much and made several friendships they still cherish. It was such a blessing to drop our kids off knowing they are learning the Word of God and were surrounded with love. We can’t wait to return in 2025!”

Kristina Clouser, Parent

Songwriting

This year our Songwriting team officially launched as Faith Church Music and is now streaming our original music on all streaming platforms.

“It was such a blessing to listen to the heartbeat of God and work together as a Songwriting team to develop songs that help us unify in what God is doing in Faith Church! What a gift to see these songs impact people in our family, the region, and around the world!”

Matthew Baker, Songwriting team member

“The beautiful lyrics and melodies of Faith Church Music remind me daily of God’s love and promises. It truly inspires a deeper trust and connection with God through worship and reflection. I don’t go a day without listening to ‘Room of Resurrections!’”  

Nicole Washington

Summer Worship Night

In August, we packed The Center with voices praising the work God has done and will continue to do in our lives. After 90 minutes of worship, we treated our church family to a surprise ice cream track allowing them extended time to gather and connect together.

“Summer Worship Night impacted my relationship with Jesus by reviving my passion for the simple ways to love and appreciate Him. It also impacted my relationship with Him by being able to pray and encourage friends on a Friday night.”

Emily Pennell

Spanish Worship Night

Alaba a Dios! In September, we did something new, innovative, and incredibly special for the very first time — an entire evening dedicated to worshipping God in Spanish! 

“Spanish Worship Night was a beautiful time of connection and praise. The music, prayer, and teaching were incredibly inspiring and uplifting which made it truly special. This was a deeply moving experience, filled with praise, vibrant community, and a profound sense of God’s presence.”

David Rivera

Opportunities to Serve

Adult Ministry Trips

Last year, we sent teams to Kentucky to serve those impacted by flood damage and to SE Asia to serve ministry partners across the world. While serving on a ministry trip provides an opportunity to impact others, our teams often learn how deeply it impacts their own hearts.

“Serving in Kentucky with a team of people that I did not know became such a blessing to me. I gained new friends as we worked together and got to know the community and hear their stories. I am so much richer for this experience.”

Nancy Good

“When God calls you halfway around the world, there is a unique opportunity to fully let go and allow God to guide and grow you in a way you never could have imagined. Going to SE Asia, at a time in my life where I felt confused about what God had for me, was the stepping stone to actively seeing God move not only in my heart but in the hearts of those that I served. When you have nothing to give but your obedience, God will use your mustard seed faith to produce a harvest for the generations.”

Bethany & Adam Ebner

Christmas Tree Lighting

We closed out the year with our annual Christmas Tree Lighting. Designed to serve our community and point them to the warmth, love, and generosity of Jesus, this event gives each of us here at Faith the opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus.

“The Christmas Tree Lighting is one of our family’s new favorite traditions. Being able to serve the community through this wonderful event by offering our time and talents was a way for us to live out our faith and make a difference in the lives around us.”

Sjaun & Jamie Lobdell

EXTRAordinary Giving Project

EXTRAordinary Giving Project 2023 supported 3 of our Outreach partners: Iglesia de Fe, The Kindness Project, and our Unreached Language Group team in SE Asia. Your EXTRAordinary giving in December 2023 made a huge impact on these ministries far into 2024.

To start, your giving helped Iglesia de Fe purchase groceries for their local community. Over the course of one year, Iglesia de Fe distributed 72,000 pounds of food to almost 1,000 families in downtown Allentown.  

“Your prayer and financial support for us was very important to fulfill this mission. Iglesia de Fe feels blessed.” 

Marisol Medina, Iglesia de Fe

Your giving also allowed the Kindness Project to provide fun Christmas experiences and excursions for 106 total family members as well as 37 children/teens in foster care. Lastly, your EXTRAordinary giving supported Savannah, Angel, and Sam as they studied a new language and learned the culture of SE Asia.