Soaring to New Heights
As previously announced, our thirty-six-month "Soaring to New Heights" generosity campaign officially concluded in May 2026, and we joined together for a special time of thanksgiving and celebration on September 20th. On that same day, a Congregational Meeting was held and our members voted unanimously to proceed with the next step: the Civil Design.
What’s Next?
We have entered into a contract with a local construction company to complete the civil design. This is a critical next step to move us towards the eventual construction of our new church home. The civil design is expected to take approximately nine months to complete. Once completed, we will schedule another Congregational Meeting to outline the next steps.
The generosity campaign has been a great success due to the faithful, sacrificial giving of our congregation! We give thanks to God for His faithfulness in enabling us to complete this campaign in such a wonderful manner.
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We thank everyone who has given to our Building Fund, and also share a reminder that we need to continue growing this fund as we pursue a construction loan. If you can continue to give above and beyond your normal giving, your generosity will help us secure a construction loan.
Below are the metrics as of September 30, 2026:
Commitments Received $1,042,013
Amount Collected in August $ 17,540
Amount Collected to Date $1,061,105
Praise God!!
We have exceeded our original commitments!
The Project
A new church facility will allow us to expand our ministries to people of all ages, and will include:
A 400 seat sanctuary/multi-purpose room (doubling our current size)
An educational wing with classrooms and meeting space
A welcoming common area and kitchen for meals and special events
A nursery and playground
A total of 14 acres, which allows space for outdoor activities and future expansion
Administrative offices for staff
A large paved parking lot with overflow area
Frequently Asked Questions
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The short answer is, as much as possible! The more money we raise, the less we borrow, which saves a substantial amount of interest expense.
Due to inflation, construction costs have risen considerably each year. If these increases continue at the same rate, additional funds will be needed to start the project. We will need to meet or exceed our campaign goal to be able to contribute the necessary funds to obtain a construction loan. Before converting to a mortgage, the existing church building on Loudoun Street would be sold and the proceeds would pay down the loan balance.
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The success of the campaign will drive the timeline substantially - more cash raised could mean the project starts earlier than projected. Towards the end of the generosity campaign, the church leadership will assess the current construction cost estimates and assess applications with local lenders to obtain financing approval. Civil design, as well as site work, may begin in phases before building construction begins. Commercial construction project timelines vary considerably depending on all the variables such as degree of blasting required, weather during the building project, availability of supplies, etc. Typically, a commercial building can be completed in 12 to 18 months.
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No. Our first priority is supporting our current ministries with our tithes. Soaring to New Heights is over-and-above giving which will look different for every person. The goal of the campaign is 100% participation with equal sacrifice, not equal giving. It may mean taking another step towards generosity, or finding a way to prioritize our personal expenses so we can participate in the growth of God’s kingdom.
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If you don’t believe you can contribute over-and-above your current giving, you are still a vital part of this ministry and there are so many ways to support God’s work. Praying daily, providing encouragement, talking to others, or even sharing what God has been doing in your life through our church is invaluable. We just ask you to pray and ask God how He can use you. You might even be surprised to discover a resource you didn’t know you had that can be directed towards this campaign.
Are You Ready to Take a STEP?
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Would you prayerfully consider what God might be calling you to give up during the next three years to allow you to give more to His Kingdom through the work of Eagle Heights Presbyterian Church?
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Will you join us by trusting God in a way we have never done before? We pray that every person at Eagle Heights will unite in faith around this initiative.
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We can’t do this with a few givers. We can’t even do this with half of our congregation. We need everyone in our church to join together in unity as we together trust God to make Soaring to New Heights a reality.
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This is a spiritual journey even more than it is a financial one. Please join us in praying fervently for God’s wisdom and direction every step of the way.
Soaring to New Heights Sermons
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“The Coming of the Kingdom of God”
1 Kings 1:11-21
Theme: The Mission of the Church
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“Sifting and Scattering”
1 Kings 2:19-25
Theme: Trust
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“The Power of Grace”
1 Kings 3:4-14
Theme: Generosity & Sacrifice
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“How to Believe God’s Promise”
1 Kings 5:1-6
Theme: Unity
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“The Wonderful Wonder”
1 Kings 6:1-14
Theme: Commitment
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“The Overlooked Essential”
1 Kings 7:15-22
Theme: Celebration
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“When Jesus Asks the Impossible”
John 6:1-15
Theme: Recommitment Sunday
“My prayerful hope is that every person at Eagle Heights Presbyterian Church will come together and fully engage in the Soaring to New Heights generosity initiative. We have a big vision and a big goal, and we will need God’s blessing and help every step of the way. I’m excited about what God has in store for all of us in this process, and confident that now is the right time to be embarking on this critical project to shape the mission and ministry of our church for decades to come.”