Questions you may be asking:

Over the past several years, God has steadily grown our church and clarified our calling in this community. We’ve reached a season where the limitations of our current setup are becoming more apparent, especially as we think about long-term discipleship, kids ministry, and sustainability. This isn’t a reaction to pressure or urgency, but a recognition that it’s wise to begin discerning next steps rather than waiting until options are forced upon us.

Our mission has always been about seeing lives transformed by the Word of God, not about buildings. A future location is only important insofar as it helps us faithfully live out that mission. The Next Corner is about stewarding what God has entrusted to us so that we can continue to gather, connect, grow, and go for years to come.

At this time, we are grateful for the opportunity to meet at the high school and are not rushing away from it. That said, we are prayerfully exploring what a more permanent or consistent space could look like for the future. Any transition would be intentional, well-communicated, and focused on long-term faithfulness rather than short-term convenience.

Both possibilities are being explored. Part of the Pray and Plan stages is gathering information and understanding what options are realistic, wise, and sustainable for our church. No decisions have been made, and no option is off the table at this stage.

We believe clarity comes through prayer, wise counsel, and unity over time. Moving from Pray to Plan will not be marked by a single moment, but by a growing sense of peace, alignment among leadership, and practical clarity about realistic options. We are committed to moving at a pace that allows prayer to genuinely shape our decisions.

Any future space must support our mission, serve families well, and be a wise stewarding of resources. That includes space for kids ministry, gathering as a whole church, accessibility, and financial sustainability.

While nothing is guaranteed, one of our ongoing goals has been to create rhythms that make it possible for people to both serve and participate in the gathered worship of the church, particularly for those serving in Corners Kids and other Sunday ministries. Models like a “serve one, attend one” rhythm are one of the ways we think about this, not because serving is separate from worship, but because we believe serving is worship, and we also want people to regularly experience the full gathered life of the church.

Any changes would be made thoughtfully and communicated well in advance.

The elders carry the responsibility of spiritual oversight and major directional decisions, with staff and. our newly formed finance team providing leadership, research, and implementation support.

This process also includes listening carefully to the congregation through prayer, conversation, and surveys.

Yes, we are seeking wise counsel where helpful, including our new partnership with Act 29, and other professionals with experience in church facilities and long-term planning. These advisors help us ask better questions, but they will not make decisions for us.

The Next Corner begins with prayer and discernment, not fundraising. Giving will be discussed later, if and when it becomes appropriate, and always in a way that is clear, voluntary, and rooted in worship rather than pressure.

If a season of giving becomes necessary, it will include clear goals and timelines. We believe clarity is a form of care, and we will not ask the church to give toward something vague or undefined.

Unity does not require uniformity. Questions, hesitations, and different perspectives are expected and welcomed. Our hope is not that everyone agrees on every detail, but that we walk together in trust and love.

With humility, patience, and open communication. We want to create space for honest questions and respectful conversation, trusting that God works through His people as we listen well to one another.

We trust that God’s faithfulness is not dependent on a single plan or outcome. If a door closes, we will continue to seek the Lord and take the next faithful step He places in front of us.

By continually reminding ourselves that buildings serve the mission, not the other way around. The goal of The Next Corner is not a facility, but faithfulness to Christ and His calling on our church.

We encourage you to talk with an elder or a staff member if you have questions. You’re also welcome to reach out by email.

If you’d like to contact all of the elders at once, you can email elders@thecornerschapel.com.

If your question is more general, you can email info@thecornerschapel.com.

We want to walk through this season together and are always glad to have conversations.