Year in Review 2023

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A WORD FROM OUR SENIOR PASTOR This has been another historic year for the Frazer Family. This year

marks the 130th year of faithful Gospel ministry in Montgomery and

beyond! I am so thankful for each of you. Many times, we talk about the church as if it is something outside of us or beyond us. But you are the

church! And I am so thankful for the many ways in which you embrace this high calling. While we continue to face global challenges, the

mission of Jesus and the advancement of the Word of God continues

to explode as lives are changed and The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is

glorified among you and within you. Thank you for continuing to be the light of Christ in this dark world. Thank you for standing firm. Thank you for not growing weary in doing good.

I hope that this year-in-review booklet will encourage you as you look

back on what God has done through us in 2023 and inspire you to even greater levels of commitment to Christ and His Kingdom in 2024. Happy New Year and God Bless You —

DR. CHRIS MONTGOMERY Senior Pastor

Dr. Chris Montgomery


“What if we said, ‘Lord, help us do

our part that thy will may be done on

Earth, especially this part of the world, just as it is in Heaven. I believe that you can be a part of living out that

prayer that was prayed 55 years ago.

Let us be the church that continues to rise up for His honor, and His glory.”

Dr. Chris Montgomery Senior Pastor

Frazer Celebrates 130 Years Our 130th anniversary this year allowed us to gather to celebrate and recognize Frazer’s past and cast vision for the future.

“O Lord Jesus Christ, who biddest thy Church to bring all men to thyself:

Make clear to each one of us his part in the task. Enlighten our minds with a

vision of a more perfect society here on earth in which justice and right, peace and brotherhood shall reign according to thy will; and help us, O Lord, to do our part, that thy will may be done on earth as it is in heaven. Amen.” November 3, 1968 | Morning Worship | 11 AM Invocation Prayer from Frazer’s first service at the “new” East Montgomery location on Atlanta Highway.


Holy Week at Frazer During Holy Week, the Frazer Family experienced Christ anew through our Palm Sunday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday services.

Palm Sunday, Good Friday, and Easter:

7,343 people combined, joined Frazer both in person and online 22 students

100 children

were baptized on Easter Sunday

provided worship during Palm Sunday

Stations of the Cross | 642 attendees 53 churches, 21 cities represented

“Have you believed in vain? Have you given mental assent to the idea

of Jesus, but there’s been no result, no change in your life? If so, that can change today. All you have to do is repent of your sins, and ask Jesus to come in and be your Lord and Savior and your life will change forever. If you mean it. May we not believe in vain this morning.” Pastor Chris Montgomery | Easter Sunday, 2023


Faith Meets Mental Health Summit

Wednesday Night Worship

Our second annual “Faith Meets Mental Health” summit included

Wednesday Night Worship began on May 31, and is a powerful

presentations on how to create healthy boundaries, understanding the

time of prayer, teaching, and worship. Each Wednesday message ties

the unique grief experiences of parents who have children with special needs.

of both our adult choir and contemporary worship team. Every

intersection between faith and mental health, and included a discussion on

into the previous Sunday message and offers music led by members

The summit provided both hope, and also tools on how to navigate through

Wednesday, we feel the presence of God in every moment, as hearts

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by

Join us at 6 PM in the East Sanctuary as we witness

mental health journeys as both caregivers and consumers.

the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” – Romans 15:13

are touched and lives, changed.

the power of community and worship come together.


Around the Table

Celebrate America!

The Table brings women together, but it’s the stories, laughter and

Celebrate America! A wonderful service as the adult and children’s choir

conversations at the Table that lead to friendships. Multiple generations of women continue to gather over lunch and respond to questions that

help them get to know each other. Along the way, friendships are created, lives are made richer. At these lunches, we have discussed control, fear,

loneliness, idols, identity, releasing unforgiveness and hope, and also living out our faith by remembering these statements:

God is who He says He is. I am who God says I am. God’s Word is alive and active in me.

blessed us in worship as we celebrated Independence Day together!

“Lord, we thank you for the many ways you have blessed this amazing country. So, Lord, as we celebrate all that you have

done in our history tonight, we pray your blessing on this time, may these songs be pleasing to your ear, may we glorify you.” Pastor Chris Montgomery | Celebrate America! 2023


57

people professed their faith in Jesus and were baptized!

118

people made the decision to join the Frazer family! Including 88 family units

PRAYER • CARE • SERVICE

200 Prayer & Care volunteers served guests and Frazer members this year

180 handwritten prayer cards mailed out in response to prayer requests received

125 flower arrangements delivered to members who are shut-ins, hospitalized or hurting

Over 400 hospitalization visits Information reflected through September 2023


FRAZER GROUPS

FRAZER ESL CLASSES

Information reflected through September 2023

Information reflected from September 2022 through May 2023

We’re up to 34 Sunday Bible Study Groups and 42 new Small Groups

HIGHEST ATTENDANCE

AVERAGE ATTENDANCE

70 students

52 students

More than 4,000 hours were spent in

25 volunteers assisted ESL students

groups and classes learning and discussing the word of God MORE THAN 120

MORE THAN 60

Group Leaders and Bible Study Teachers from Childrens, Students, and Adult discipleship ministries attended our Teacher-Leader Summit for ongoing equipping, vision, and encouragement

Bible Study Teachers Attended Spring Huddle Up DID YOU KNOW? We had an increase (on average) of 25 new Sunday Bible Study attendees from our Spring to Fall semesters?

17 nationalities represented, including: Mexico Guatemala Honduras Nicaragua South Korea


FRAZER MISSIONS Cuba Mission Trip In August, a 9-person Cuba Mission Team shared God’s love at La Resurreccion Church in Holguín, Cuba. In total:

La Resurreccion Church

2 Cubans gave their lives to Christ!

Cuba Team

Malawi Team

15 couples

200 women

attended the Marriage Enrichment Program

attended nightly Bible Studies

42 youth

200 children

attended programs at the church

attended VBS and Sunday School

Malawi Mission Trip In January, a 3-person Malawi Mission Team traveled to Africa to visit with our global mission partner Blair Brendle at Mtendere Christian Academy – and also tour two school buildings built from donations

Mtendere Christian Academy

collected from the 2021 Christmas Eve Offering.


FRAZER STUDENTS 260 STUDENTS | REPRESENTING 31 SCHOOLS DNOW 2023

DNOW 2023 We took 180 eager hearts and minds to Shocco Springs in February, as we explored the powerful theme of ‘Surrender,’ forging new, lifelong connections as we lifted our voices in collective worship. Our students responded with life-changing decisions, embracing Jesus as their Savior, taking the courageous step of baptism, and wholeheartedly surrendering their lives to His divine purpose.

Memphis Mission Trip During Spring Break, Frazer Students partnered with Street Reach Ministries and Brinkley Heights School in Memphis, TN. Throughout their journey, our dedicated students worked hand-in-hand with school personnel, engaged in prayer walks within local communities, and passionately spread the gospel by organizing a daily Bible Club for the children residing on Pope Street.

Memphis Missions Team

Generate 2023 Generate 2023

Our summer camp at Covenant College allowed students to strengthen their bonds within the group and deepen their faith. With the stunning backdrop of Lookout Mountain as inspiration, students engaged in meaningful discussions about their faith, exploring the intricacies of their beliefs in Jesus. The theme of the week, ‘Lost and Found,’ resonated as they discovered new perspectives and sought greater understanding about Jesus’ grace. This camp was more than just a summer getaway; it was a transformative experience that united our youth group like never before.


FRAZER KIDS & NURSERY Kids Camp 2023 We’re grateful to pour into children’s lives every year at YMCA Camp Chandler through games, swimming, and meaningful, life-changing

worship services every day as they learned how to “Raise their Praise!”

111 kids attended Kids Camp and 5 kids accepted Jesus into their lives! 280 KIDS | REPRESENTING 23 SCHOOLS

More than 250 children attend Sunday Morning programs (birth through elementary school)

On average, over 100 children attend Wednesday Night programs (birth through elementary school)

More than 100 children enrolled at Frazer Christian Preschool

DID YOU KNOW?

We offer Parents Night Out several times during the year.


CHURCH HIGHLIGHT Hannah’s Home Our 2022 Christmas Eve Offering for Hannah’s Home brought in donations totaling $57,500.

Hannah’s Home is a safe house for girls and young women who are

victims of abuse in Egypt, and the Christmas Eve offering helped to fully furnish the home.

FRAZER SPORTS & FITNESS

Money raised above this need went to local ministries providing similar support:

609 children participated in

150 people participated in

Mary Ellen’s Hearth

Family Sunshine Center

$5,000

$5,000

Upward Sports and Sonshine Soccer

exercise classes offered through Frazer

One Place Family Justice Center

House of Ruth

$2,500

$2,500

100+ people utilized fitness amenities:

Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Intervention Center

Frazer’s weight room, walking track, and cardio equipment

Statewide Program

Opelika

$2,500

$2,500

Dothan


The Martha John Allison Prayer Chapel This sacred space is a tribute to Martha John Allison, a beloved member and Minister of Older Adult Ministries at Frazer for over 34 years – and who

shared a special love for God’s older children. Her unwavering dedication

and love for our community will live on, and the chapel will be a reminder to all of us of her astounding legacy and service.


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