Our Vision

Exalt Christ

Everything we do exalts Christ but corporately we achieve this during our weekend services.

As a church we attract others to Sunnyside by the way we live and speak.  Those who attend our services experience firsthand how we exalt Christ through worship and praise, and are often moved to take the next step.  Though this process, the Lord is constantly adding to our numbers those who are being saved.

By faithfully exalting Christ, we can expect to see a weekly renewal of member commitment to Him, a growth of relevant services, and decisions being made for Christ.

Empower Believers

As a church we are living and learning the Word of God.  It is transforming us, our families, our communities and our church into more fully devoted followers of Jesus.

Fulfilling our task of maturing church members involves teaching, training and turning people loose to do ministry both in and out of the church.

Engage the Culture

As a church we are making a difference in our neighborhoods, city and world through acts of compassion and service by becoming the hands and feet of Christ.

We engage the culture but do not embrace it.  That is, we get involved in our communities through social and service networks making a difference and an impact that creates a good reputation for Christ and His church.

Sunnyside's Strategic Plan

I. Exalt Christ

To have an encounter with God at our services: His Presence/Truth/People (Psalm 34:3)

GOALS:

  1. 10% Growth in Baptisms = 75 this year.  
  2. 700 in attendance EOY    
  • Good follow up on guests.    
  • Annual baptism/commitment services.    
  • Quarterly baptism classes and sermons.    
  • Assign elders to come up front (2 or 3) to counsel decisions at the end and after services.    
  • Foundations Class.    
  • Talk from the pulpit the importance of membership.    
  • Evangelism training.  (i.e. Class on sharing your faith)    
  • Stories and testimonies in front of the congregation.

II. Empower Believers

To teach & apply the Bible, train for service & offer care. (Ephesians 4:11-16)

GOALS:

  1. Connection Groups 60% of attendance.
  2. Ministry 25% of attendance.    
  • Core Curriculum for all ages    
  • Ministry opportunities for everyone – within both the Body and the community.  Both in Leadership & Workers    
  • Leadership development program:  Training and Mentoring    
  • Connection Groups         
    • BibleGroups        
    • LifeGroups       
    • CareGroups    
  • 3 events annually; Bible: ”Revelation” / Life / Care: “Surviving Holidays”

III. Engage the Culture

To make an impact with the Gospel in our local community and through worldwide missions. (Colossians 4:5-6)

GOALS:

  1. 100% in outside service.
  2. Resources spent on community: Hours, Dollars, Building Use, Free to Serve.    
  • Opportunities for service & resource list.    
  • Annual Free to Serve Day.    
  • Network and foster relationships with community organizations.    
  • Remove distractions from how we do business here at Sunnyside music, facilities…)    
  • Strategic and wise use of facilities.