The Chapel Digest - January 2026

Many of us find New Year’s resolutions to be a fun and helpful way to think about the upcoming year. As Christian we approach our resolutions with a foundation of faith and surrendered hearts. We’re not just bringing God our wish list or to-do list, but we are seeking His will and His ways as we consider our investments of time, energy, and resources over the next 12 months.  


As we plan for 2026, let’s remember the words of Proverbs 21:5, “The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.” 


This isn’t a promise that whatever we plan will come to pass. It is an assurance that when we diligently seek God’s will, trust God’s timing, and build God’s kingdom, we experience the blessings and benefits of his care and provision. 


As we consider our plans, hopes, and dreams for 2026, we want to welcome God’s direction and correction. God’s path is always going to be the best path for us, and He is faithful to reveal it to us. 


As we begin this year with prayer-filled planning, listening, and reflecting, God will remind us of all that He has done and fill us with hope for all that He is going to do in 2026.


Chris Dow
Lead Pastor

'In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.' Proverbs 16:9

- King Solomon -

COMING UP THIS MONTH

SUNDAY Morning Services - 8:15AM, 9:30AM & 11:00AM

Sunday, January 4th

8:15am, 9:30am, 11am | Donut Sunday

6pm - 8pm | Home Groups + Chapel Youth Christmas Party


Wednesday, January 7th

5:15pm - 6:15pm I Family Meal

6:30pm - 7:30pm | Adult Discipleship Groups | Chapel Youth | Chapel Kids | Nursery  [see groups]


Sunday,  January 11th

8:15am, 9:30am, 11am | Sunday Services

9:30am - 10:45am | Next Steps


Wednesday, January 14th

5:15pm - 6:15pm I Family Meal

6:30pm - 7:30pm | Adult Discipleship Groups | Chapel Youth | Chapel Kids | Nursery  [see groups]


Saturday, January 17th

2:00pm - 4:00pm I Chapel Men Pickleball Tournament


Sunday, January 18th

8:15am, 9:30am, 11am | Sunday Services

6pm - 8pm | Home Groups


Wednesday, January 21st

5:15pm - 6:15pm I Family Meal

6:30pm - 7:30pm | Adult Discipleship Groups | Chapel Youth | Chapel Kids | Nursery  [see groups]


Sunday, January 25th

8:15am, 9:30am, 11am | Sunday Services


Tuesday, January 27th

9:30am - 11:30am I Chapel Women Bible Study [Register]


Wednesday, January 28th

5:15pm - 6:15pm I Family Meal

6:30pm - 7:30pm | Adult Discipleship Groups | Chapel Youth | Chapel Kids | Nursery  [see groups]

Wednesday Night Schedule

Join us for a family meal served on Wednesday nights, starting from 5:15pm - 6:30pm. 

Adult Groups, Chapel Youth and Chapel Kids run from 6:30pm - 7:30pm. Nursery is available.


MENU

January 7 - Team Flo

Hot Dogs

Baked Beans

Potato Salad

Coleslaw


January 14 - Team Candi

Beef Pot Pie

Green Beans

Berry Pecan Salad

Chocolate Chip Biscoff Cookies

January 21 - Team Amy
Zuppa Toscana Soup

Garlic Bread

Italian Salad

Chocolate Brownies


January 28 - Team Marilyn
Baked Ziti

Caesar Salad

Garlic Bread

Coconut Cream Pie Cake

Chapel Chat - Navigating the holidays

We just wrapped up the final episode of Chapel Chat: Navigating The Holidays

If you missed it, now’s the perfect time to catch up—so you’re ready for Christmas next year.


This 6-week series featured Pastor Chris and Titus in honest, practical, and hope-filled conversations about:


• Living Out Gratitude

• Navigating Grief

• Surviving Holiday Drama

• Holiday Finances

• Keeping Christmas Christian

• New Year, New Me


It’s fun, it’s real, and it’s designed to help you thrive through the holidays and beyond.


Binge the full season now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube



Kingdom Builders 2026

In Matthew 28:19-10 Jesus commanded the church to, “go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” For over 50 years, Christian Chapel has obeyed this command by sending and supporting missionaries and ministries globally, locally, and among the next generation. 


Kingdom Builders is the mission-giving arm of Christian Chapel. Through Kingdom Builders, we joyfully support the work of over 60 missionaries and ministries serving over 30 nations and our local community. Through the faithful generosity of the people of Christian Chapel, Kingdom Builders giving comprises on average 20%-30% of our annual budget. 


In the following pages, you will get a glimpse of the people and projects supported by Christian Chapel Kingdom Builders in 2026. When you make a Kingdom Builders gift or commitment, you help fulfill these Gospel opportunities. Through Kingdom Builders, we bring God’s light, life, and joy to people we may never meet in places we may never visit. 


Each Kingdom Builders Project and Partner has been thoroughly vetted. Our Global Partners are missionaries with Assemblies of God World Missions or Christian Chapel members serving with reputable ministries. Local Partners have a proven track record of successful ministry and wise stewardship, and we maintain ongoing connections with each. Our Next Generation investments are largely provided to college students, teenagers, and children with whom we are engaged in ongoing ministry and discipleship.




Make A Commitment

Our 2026 Kingdom Builders goal is $600,000.


Kingdom Builders funding has two tiers. In the first tier we fund our monthly support of over 60 missionaries and ministries. In the second tier, we will fund all other projects as God enables. When we hit our $600,000 goal for 2026, all projects will be fully funded by the end of the year.


Below are a list of the partners we are working with in 2026.


Global Investments - $425,000

  • $150,000 Monthly support of over 60 missionaries and ministries working in over 40 nations. 

  • $175,000 Spontaneous Blessings

  • $20,000 Mass Evangelism and Healing Festivals in Brazil.

  • $15,000 Bible College Construction

  • $10,000 Water Wells in Africa

  • $10,000 Local Pastor Training in Zambia

  • $10,000 Serving Paraguay Church Plant

  • $10,000 Micronesia Evangelism Programs

  • $10,000 Bulgaria Pastor Training

  • $10,000 India Business as Mission Platforms

  • $5,000 Ireland Crisis Pregnancy Center

Local Investments – $130,000

  • $75,000 Royal Family Kids Camp & Mentoring Club
  • $15,000 Kendall Whittier Church Plant
  • $10,000 Spontaneous Blessings
  • $10,000 Crisis Pregnancy Outreach
  • $10,000 Mend Pregnancy Care Clinic
  • $5,000 Teen Challenge Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Programs
  • $5,000 Crossover Community Impact
  • $3,000 Chi Alpha College Ministry
  • $2,000 Local Elementary School Ministry  

Next Generation Investments - $40,000

  • $20,000 Christian Chapel Internship Program
  • $12,000 Kids & Student Outreach Events
  • $5,000 Student Mission Trip Scholarships
  • $3,000 Christian Chapel Kids & Youth Camp Scholarships


If you would like to join in our Kingdom Builders giving for 2026, please complete the Commitment form to let us know you are participating!

Continue The Story Progress Update

In December we experienced a few construction delays related to the foundation of the new building. The contractor, architect, and engineers worked together to resolve the issues and we should not experience significant delays due to those problems. 


In January, you will begin to see signs of interior work as crews begin converting our existing offices into the new nursery. Towards the end of January or early February, we will relocate our Sunday morning services to the gym for a few weeks while crews shore up our existing building for the addition and build a temporary wall in the sanctuary so they can continue working behind it through the spring to complete the sanctuary addition. 


Thank you for your patience and faithfulness during this construction project! If you would like to learn more, please visit christianchapel.com/continuethestory


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