Dear Campbell Chapel,

God is doing exciting things at Campbell Chapel AME Church.  As we prepare for the Lenten Season with the observance of Ash Wednesday on March 5, 2025, let us seek God in new and fresh ways.  God is doing something new and fresh in our lives. It is igniting a spirit of progress and cooperation.  

As we ignite our passion for Christ and say “I Will” to God’s work at Campbell Chapel, embrace the movement of the Holy Spirit and the vision God has given to the church. That’s why having a clear vision strategy is important to growing the church. There are four ways to accomplish this. First, we must know God and the Lord wholeheartedly. Second, we must find community; life is better together. Third, we must discover our purpose: Why are we here? What impact does God want us to make in the world? Finally, God calls us to make a difference—to influence numerous lives for God’s glory.

Just as healthy bodies depend on functioning systems, thriving churches rely on robust outreach, discipleship, and communication structures interconnecting people to God’s purposes. Together, we can move beyond surviving to thriving as God design Well-functioning systems, as highlighted by Nelson Searcy, are crucial for a thriving church. They transform and streamline operations, clarify expectations, and save you Stress, Time, Energy, and Money (SYSTEMS). They also yield tangible results. Healthy systems allow impactful groups, teams, and ministries to facilitate meaning, anchor relationships, and reveal a purpose worth committing to the following:

• Worship Experience

• Hospitality and Guest Services

• Creative and Digital Services

• Connections and Discipling New Members

• Children and Youth

• Ministries and Small Groups  

• Volunteer and Outreach

• Generosity and Stewardship

• Leadership Development

Social Justice and Implementing God’s vision for our congregation requires a collaborative approach between pastor and people. Successful transition requires a God-centered, thoughtful, and collaborative approach that engages officers, leaders, staff, members, volunteers, ministry leads, and key stakeholders. The goal is to implement God's vision for the greatest impact. It takes teamwork to make the dream work. We will do great things together and watch God work miracles through us working together!   Campbell Chapel AME Church is building a vibrant faith community where people can come as they are, meet Jesus, grow in their faith, and find a place to serve. Our mission is to make disciples of Jesus Christ through love, service, community transformation, and global impact. I eagerly anticipate the blessings and growth that our collaboration together under my spiritual leadership will usher into our church family. In the words of our Presiding Bishop, the Right Reverend James L. Davis, let us “trust God and IGNITE our passion, our people, and our purpose from a small spark to a mighty flame!”  

As we look to new building possibilities in ministry, may Jesus grace us, guide us, and bless us into the future which He has prepared,

Blessings,

The Rev. Fedrick A. Wilson

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