A Church Home Where We Can Thrive
On April 4th, we closed on our new church property.
To God be the glory!
The Thrive Project
- Every family needs a home in which to flourish, and our church family is no different. This space will allow us to continue to expand and enhance our ministry.
- We can pursue new community development ministries, host weddings and funerals, accommodate people with disabilities, and have customizable spaces for youth.
- There are outdoor fellowship spaces for church barbecues, fire pit fellowship, and more.
God’s Abundant Provision & Continued Needs
We are prayerfully seeking $650,000 of support for this initiative, and we’re halfway there!
In December 2024, a generous donor agreed to match the first $150,000 raised, and by God’s grace, we completed the matching gift challenge in just three months! We are standing in a miracle of generosity thanks to you.
Let’s keep the momentum going! In addition to any regular giving, would you prayerfully consider making a special gift toward this effort and the future thriving of CNC?
Breakdown of Estimated Costs
| Description | Estimated Cost |
| Real Estate Fees | $10,275 |
| Transition Materials (furniture, outdoor sign, etc.) | $20,000 |
| Two Years of Added Recurring Expenses | $64,725 |
| Necessary Repairs and Renovations | $320,000 |
| Cosmetic Renovations | $100,000 |
| Additional Downpayment | $75,000 |
| Building Reserve Fund | $60,000 |
TOTAL |
$650,000 |
What’s Next
Our leaders are praying, planning, and finalizing a timeline for necessary repairs. For now, we will continue to worship in our current facility until we can eventually transition to our new church home.
Please pray that God directs us to the skilled workers and volunteers needed so that more lives can be touched and transformed in this new space.
Ways to Give
We ask that all gifts be made to The Thrive Fund, a fund that will support this initiative as well as future ministry in our new home.
- Give online: Click HERE and fill out the online giving form.
- Give by mail: Checks made out to “Christian Neighbors Church” can be sent to Christian Neighbors Church, 222 N County St, Unit C, Waukegan, IL 60085. Please write “thrive fund” in the memo line.
- Give stock: We accept stock donations too. Please contact Sara Weibel (sara@christianneighbors.church / 608-518-1774) for more info.
If you have any questions about giving, please contact Sara Weibel (sara@christianneighbors.church / 608-518-1774).
Most Current Update
F.A.Q
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do you believe this new building is the right step?
For years we have been praying for a facility that will facilitate ministry in our area and better meet our needs as a community. After viewing over a dozen properties over the years, this property is by far the best facility we have viewed. It is by far the best fit and is a cost-effective option. It’s a home in which we can flourish and expand, but it doesn’t feel too large. Years ago, we made a wish list with 13 items. This facility checks every box on our wish list!
What is The Thrive Fund?
Gifts given to The Thrive Fund will be used for the building purchase, repairs, renovations, moving costs as well as ongoing ministry expenses in our new home. A comprehensive fund like this enables us to use the funds (under the discretion of CNC leadership) for more than strictly brick-and-mortar expenses.
How did you get the estimated cost numbers?
We have had multiple visits to the property with an inspector, contractor, and other experts who have weighed in on estimated costs.
Who will do the necessary repairs and work?
Pray that God directs us to skilled workers excellent in their trades and also fair in pricing. We know we need trained professionals to do specialty work. At the same time, we are committed to being as cost-effective as possible and using volunteers where we can (packing and unpacking, painting, cleaning, laying some floors, etc).
We are thankful for you.
Thank you for partnering with us to pursue thriving in Christ at Christian Neighbors Church! We are truly honored and grateful to be on this journey alongside you.