2023
MINISTRY UPDATE
Jeanie and I want to thank you for your partnership in the ministry and mission of ResLife Church. We are here to win souls and make disciples, and your generous support in 2023 has made a difference in the lives of many people through our local and global missions. In our generosity, we find the true meaning and purpose for our lives. The ministry and mission of our church would not happen without the spiritual and financial gifts of our members and friends. As we look ahead to 2024, we are excited to see how God is moving in and through our church. As a result of your support, the House of Hope is expected to open this summer to serve victims of sex trafficking in West Michigan. We also look forward to finding a space to open a Ministry Center, which will provide training, resources, and ministry programs for youth, young adults, and families in the community. We are so thankful to God for your faithful support. Your generosity has encouraged and empowered the mission and ministry of ResLife Church and is a tangible example of Christ’s love alive in the world today - we love you! “We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers, remembering without ceasing your work of faith, labor of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ in the sight of our God and Father.” 1 Thessalonians 1:2-3 (NKJV) In Christ, Pastor Duane & Jeanie Vander Klok
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Baptism is a celebration of your decision to follow Jesus Christ and what He has done in changing your life - it’s and outward sign of an inward decision!
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“GO INTO ALL THE WORLD AND PREACH “WHOEVER BELIEVES AND IS BAPTIZED WILL BE SAVED.” (MARK 16:16) THE GOSPEL TO EVERY PERSON.” (MARK 16:15)
359
BAPTISMS YTD
What an amazing year! By mid-year we had 200 people that got baptized, and in October of this year we celebrated with 159 people that got baptized on the same day!
This year over 1,200 people (more than 280 online) have chosen to follow Christ for the first time or as a recommitment through ResLife ministries in person, online, and through Iglesia Vida.
1,214
SALVATIONS YTD
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400+
CAMPERS & VOLUNTEERS
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Summer Camps are a Bible-centered environment where students make new friends, hear from positive role models, grow in their faith, and have fun! Over 400 students and volunteers (from High School, Middle School, and ResKids) went to camp this year!
“I HAVE NO GREATER JOY THAN TO HEAR THAT MY CHILDREN WALK IN TRUTH.” (3 JOHN 1:4)
A power-packed weekend for youth! This year more than 1,300 students attended and there were over 200 salvations! The next conference is March 8 & 9. Over 700 children, youth, and parents attended the Unite Conference! Families spent time together playing games and hearing a great message. Access is currently raising money for the Grand Rapids Dream Center and making plans for a mission trip to Botswana, Africa in 2024!
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51,066
SALVATIONS & RECOMMITMENTS YTD
11,557
PRAYER REQUESTS YTD
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Walking By Faith is a broadcast ministry that gives viewers around the world the opportunity to receive salvation through Jesus and challenges believers to apply faith to everyday living as they grow in the likeness of Christ.
OUR SOCIAL MEDIA REACH INCREASED! WE HAVE SEVERAL PLATFORMS TO CONNECT AND BUILD COMMUNITY LOCALLY AND WORLDWIDE.
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Freed several people from brick kilns in Pakistan
Implemented Bible Training programs in Cuba
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Funding of refugee camps in Pakistan
Supported and equipped pastors in the former Soviet Union
Supported a children’s school in India
Supporting a radio station and ministries in Uganda
Funded a well for clean water supply in Pakistan
ResLife supports missions and missionaries all over the world! We also help contribue to the World Missions Initiative for Treasure Audio Bibles that bring God’s word translated in several native languages.
A HEART FOR THE WORLD AND OUR COMMUNITY.
The CAP Program helps police officers connect children and teens identified with at risk behavior and their families to a CAP advocate for counseling and mentorship. ResLife funds this program through Crisis Aid International. This is a tremendous blessing in our communities!
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21
CONSECUTIVE DAYS OF PRAYER
700+
PRAYER REQUESTS
13,890+
VIEWS ACROSS YOUTUBE AND FACEBOOK
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For 21 days in January, we came together as a church body to unite in prayer and fasting to bring change in marriages, our nation, cities, schools, and more knowing that "with God, all things are possible”.
We had an amazing turnout for the ResLife Car Show in June. Lots of cars, family activities, and ministry. What a great community outreach!
260+
HOT RODS, VINTAGE, AND SPORTS CARS
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ON-SITE PRAYER REQUESTS
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STUDENTS
Leaders For Christ Training Center is where students learn biblical studies and higher learning to effectively minister to the world around them. This year 41 students were enrolled in LFCTC!
In the Discipleship Program students are committed to invest nine months to grow in Christ-likeness with an evangelistic heartbeat. Students receive the baptism of the Holy Spirit, and some develop the gift of tongues.
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STUDENTS
MEN’S, WOMEN’S, AND MARRIED LIFE MINISTRIES CONTINUE TO GROW AND PROVIDE A PLACE TO CONNECT AND TO CREATE COMMUNITY!
25%
220
MEN ATTENDED OUR FIRST MEN’S RALLY
NEW FIRST-TIME COUPLES ATTENDED MARRIED LIFE
21%
ATTENDANCE INCREASE IN WOMEN’S MINISTRY
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Give online by scanning the QR code or visit reslife.org/give and select “House of Hope”
$5,400,000 RAISED FOR HOUSE OF HOPE (OF OUR $8.3M GOAL)
$5.4 M
In May, we broke ground for the House of Hope. This ministry will provide refuge for young women and girls escaping sex trafficking in West Michigan. Through the unconditional love of Christ, the girls can focus on their physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. We are looking forward to raising the remaining funds this year and the completion of the building in 2024!
BUILDING HOPE AND CHANGING FUTURES...
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