When a church embarks on a capital campaign, it’s never just about bricks and mortar. It’s about vision. It’s about faith. And ultimately, it’s about people. For Celebration International Church, the journey of their building renovation became a powerful testimony of spiritual growth, renewed mission, and unexpected provision.

Recognizing the Right Time to Step Forward

Like many churches, they found themselves facing a challenge: their current building was no longer serving their ministry as effectively as it should. Deferred maintenance issues, disjointed spaces, and outdated designs were creating distractions rather than fostering connection and worship.

“We knew it was time to minimize the distractions,” Pastor Brian shared. “We wanted our building to serve us rather than hinder us.”

After discussions with an architect and deep prayerful reflection, the leadership team decided to move forward with a renovation. But more than a physical upgrade, they saw this as an opportunity to align their space with their vision for the future.

A Season of Spiritual Growth

As the capital campaign unfolded, it became clear that God was doing something far greater than just raising funds. The process itself became a catalyst for spiritual growth—both individually and as a church community.

“We got to discover and confirm gifts in our team members. Our leaders were stretched in ways they hadn’t been before,” Pastor Brian reflected. “There was also an increased emphasis on targeted prayer, and we could see it transforming our congregation.”

One powerful testimony came from a member who made a sacrificial gift, transferring money to the campaign and leaving themselves with little liquid cash. But soon after, God provided an unexpected financial blessing from another source—meeting their needs at just the right moment. Stories like this became reminders that this journey was about faith as much as it was about finances.

Why They Chose to Partner with INJOY Stewardship

When it came time to plan the campaign, the church knew they didn’t want to navigate this process alone. After meeting with Ken from INJOY Stewardship Solutions, they felt an immediate connection.

The Value of Partnering with INJOY Stewardship

From the very beginning, INJOY Stewardship provided structure, strategy, and support. Every phase of the campaign was clearly mapped out, giving the church leadership team confidence and clarity.

“INJOY Stewardship gave us an organized plan. Each phase, each step—it was all laid out well. We definitely feel we achieved better results than if we had done it alone,” they shared.

One of the biggest highlights? The relationship they built with their consultant, Keith. “Keith encouraged us throughout the process. It was also refreshing that he was from outside our immediate church network. His perspective helped us see things in a new way.”

Looking Back—and Looking Ahead

As they now stand in the middle of their renovation process, the church leadership is filled with gratitude—for the generosity of their congregation, the spiritual growth they’ve witnessed, and the guidance INJOY Stewardship provided along the way.

Would they recommend INJOY Stewardship to other churches? Without hesitation.

“We were stretched, but in the best way possible. This experience wasn’t just about a building—it was about faith, leadership, and trusting God for more.”For churches considering a capital campaign, their advice is simple: Don’t do it alone, and don’t underestimate the spiritual impact the journey can have.