Letter from Pastor Joel Thomas
As I reflect on 2024, I am overwhelmed with gratitude for how Jesus continues to move in and through the incredible people of Harbor. As you will see on this page, we have many reasons to celebrate God's faithfulness. It is humbling to step back and witness God's continued faithfulness through the generosity of so many. If you have yet to partner with Harbor financially, click HERE to set up a one-time or recurring gift.
Thank you for your faithfulness and sacrifice as we seek to Make Jesus Tangible locally and around the world.
Joel Thomas
Lead Pastor
LIFE CHANGE
Salvations: 8
Water Baptisms: 50
Learn about Jesus in Groups
At Harbor Church, we believe spiritual growth happens best in the context of relationships. That’s why we encourage every person who's serious about following Jesus to get involved in a Life Group or Study Group. Life is better together! God often works through our lives in relationships with one another. That’s why we love Groups around here.
People in a Life Group: 102
People in a Study Group in 2024: 169
SERVE OTHERS
Actively Serving on a Team: 189
Participated on a Mission Trip: 43
Give to God’s Kingdom Purposes
We believe that we are all stewards of what God has entrusted to us and are called to worship God with our finances as we invest in our local church, community, and world. Scripture teaches that tithing is both a God-ordained physical practice and a powerful spiritual discipline. When we give our first and best to God through our local church, God blesses in so many ways. Generosity is an act of worship that expresses our gratitude, faith, and love for others.
Total Givers in 2024: 271
Funds raised for Harbor Goes: $5,935
Funds raised for GenerateHope: $3,625
Percent of Budget given to Missions: 9%
Harbor Celebrations
Sunday Morning Attendance: 339
Online Followers: 3,289
Celebrations from 2024
Anchor: Over 40 students have attended Anchor Nights and 19 students attended Camp Maranatha. Students are growing in spiritual disciplines. Facilities: Our building is being used 90% of the week. We have been able to give a refresh of the lobby to make it warm and welcoming. Also, making the Harbor Kid’s space inviting with new paint. Harbor ELC: Several families have attended Harbor and we’ve had two baptisms and one child dedication. Harbor Kids: Nine students decided to get baptized.
Harbor Youth: Ten youth students have decided to get baptized. Students are taking ownership of their faith by leading services and praying over students. Missions: We sent our very first missionaries, James and Jessica Gay to serve in Athens, Greece. We’ve sent our largest team, 24 people, to Mexico this year. Also, Haven has served over 90 kids and provided training for 140 parents. Welcome: We have added ten new volunteers this year to help make Harbor a welcoming place for new and regular attendees.