For the Kids. For the Students. For the Community.
Over the last 40 years, God has used StoneBridge to impact countless lives and families. Now we are stepping into a new season of faith and vision, investing in the next generation and preparing the way for ministry that will last for decades to come. The Next 40 campaign is about creating spaces for the kids, for the students, and for the community – spaces that will shape faith and strengthen families long into the future. We believe God is calling us to trust Him with bold faith and generous hearts as we build what comes next.
The Vision Is Becoming Reality
The first phase of For the Next 40 is complete! Our newly renovated Middle School Ministry area is now open and already creating more room for 5th and 6th graders to connect, build friendships, ask meaningful questions, and grow in their relationship with Jesus.
This milestone is only the beginning. Through the continued faithfulness and generosity of our StoneBridge family, we are building spaces that will serve kids, students, families, and our community for generations to come.
Campaign Progress
Each completed phase brings us closer to creating the spaces our growing church family needs for the decades ahead.
MIDDLE SCHOOL MINISTRY
PHASE 1
-- COMPLETED --
CHILDREN'S BUILDING
SECOND FLOOR
UPCOMING
ATRIUM
COMMUNITY SPACES
FUTURE PHASE
THE BRIDGE STUDENT BLDG
RENOVATION
FUTURE PHASE
Primary Goal
For the Next 40 is more than a building project – it is a call for every person in our StoneBridge family to be part of what God is doing. Our primary goal is 100% engagement, because the future of ministry here will be shaped by the collective faith and generosity of all of us together. By investing in the next generation today, we help create spaces where kids, students, and families can know and follow Jesus for decades to come. When everyone says “yes” to stepping out in faith, the impact will reach generations yet to come.
Our secondary goal for For the Next 40 is to see God provide $6 million over the next three years. This generosity will allow us to create room for kids, students, and families to grow in their faith and experience the love of Jesus. We believe God can accomplish this through the faithful giving of His people as each person prayerfully considers their part. Every gift, no matter the size, becomes an eternal investment in the next generation and the future of StoneBridge.
Phase 1: Middle School Ministry Completed
a new space for a growing generation
Middle school students are in a unique season as they begin moving from childhood toward their teenage years. They are asking bigger questions, developing deeper friendships, and beginning to take greater ownership of their faith.
The first phase of For the Next 40 created a dedicated ministry area designed specifically for StoneBridge’s 5th and 6th graders. The completed renovation added approximately 5,000 square feet of ministry space, including more room for small groups, games, teaching, conversation, and connection.
More than simply providing additional space, this new environment gives students a place where they can feel known, build meaningful friendships, explore their faith, and develop a real, healthy, and growing relationship with Jesus.
Celebrating What God Has Done
Because of your generosity, prayer, and commitment, this space is no longer simply a rendering—it is filled with students learning, laughing, connecting, and growing in their faith.
What's Ahead
Completing the Middle School Ministry area marked an exciting first step, but the vision of For the Next 40 extends far beyond a single project. As resources become available and each phase moves forward, we will continue creating spaces where children, students, families, and our community can connect and grow.
Children's Building Expansion
Serving Preschool – 4th Grade Students
A future phase of For the Next 40 will finish out the second floor of our Children’s Building, adding approximately 17,500 square feet of ministry space. On Sundays, this floor will provide additional classrooms for Bible teaching, small groups, and activities, making room for even more children to experience God’s love in a way that feels personal and engaging.
During the week, it will also house new offices for our children’s staff, giving them the space they need to plan, prepare, and pray for the next generation. By finishing out this space, we are creating room for growth and ensuring that our kids’ ministry continues to thrive for years to come.
The Bridge Student Building
We are planning to transform The Bridge into a space designed to serve junior high and high school students, young adults, and the ministries that gather there throughout the week.
This renovated space will feature expanded areas for small groups, giving students and young adults a place to ask questions, discuss life, and grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus. There will also be more room for games, activities, and social connection, helping them build meaningful friendships in a safe and engaging environment.
Along with modern updates throughout the building, our staff will have better-equipped offices to plan, prepare, and invest in the next generation. These improvements are designed to create a vibrant space where students and young adults can belong, explore their faith, discover their purpose, and be encouraged to live out Jesus’ love in every area of life.
FIRST FLOOR
SECOND FLOOR
ATRIUM GATHERING SPACE
Help Build What Comes Next
The completion of our Middle School Ministry area shows what is possible when our church family steps forward together. Your continued commitment to For the Next 40 will help make the remaining projects possible without adding new debt.
Make a one-time gift or establish recurring giving toward your commitment. For stock or other in-kind gifts, contact Julie Patridge.
FAQ
The renovation and expansion of our Middle School Ministry area is the first completed phase of For the Next 40. The approximately 2,300-square-foot expansion provides additional space for teaching, small groups, games, relationships, and ministry to StoneBridge’s 5th and 6th grade students.
We’re asking everyone to prayerfully consider giving in a way that stretches your faith but is still realistic for your family. Start by asking God in prayer what He would have you give, let this be a spiritual decision, not just a financial one. For some, that may mean a sacrificial gift above and beyond what you normally give. For others, it may mean starting to give for the very first time. Our goal is 100% engagement; that every person participates. Equal sacrifice matters more than equal amounts.
If you are joining StoneBridge after the campaign began, you are still welcome to make a commitment and participate for the remainder of the campaign period.
Borrowing might feel easier in the short term, but it would place a heavy burden on the future of our church. By giving together now, we can move forward without debt and free future generations to focus fully on ministry.
Our day-to-day ministry, such as staffing, Sunday services, kids and student ministry, missions, and outreach, is funded by the general fund. We are asking for campaign gifts to be given above and beyond regular giving so that the ongoing ministry of StoneBridge continues to thrive while we also invest in these future-focused projects.
First of all, welcome! You are joining us at an exciting time, as the first completed project is already serving our Middle School Ministry and additional phases remain ahead.
StoneBridge currently carries $3.3 million in debt from past projects. We have a clear plan to pay it off no later than 2033, and our budget allows us to manage it responsibly without cutting into ministry. The focus of this campaign is not paying off debt, but ensuring we can move forward with new ministry opportunities without adding any new debt.
If God provides more than our campaign goal through the generosity of our church family, every dollar will still go toward advancing the mission of StoneBridge. First, we would accelerate and expand the projects outlined in For the Next 40. Additional resources could also allow us to pay off existing debt sooner, freeing up more of our budget for ministry. Beyond that, we would direct funds toward future ministry opportunities and community impact, ensuring that StoneBridge is positioned for decades of kingdom influence.
We understand that life happens, jobs change, health needs arise, and circumstances shift. Your commitment is between you and God. If your situation changes, you can adjust your giving at any time. The important thing is simply to participate as you are able.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any more questions, please feel free to email our executive pastor, Chris Gilchrist.
For the Kids. For the Students. For the Community.
Over the last 40 years, God has used StoneBridge to impact countless lives and families. Now we are stepping into a new season of faith and vision, investing in the next generation and preparing the way for ministry that will last for decades to come. The Next 40 campaign is about creating spaces for the kids, for the students, and for the community – spaces that will shape faith and strengthen families long into the future. We believe God is calling us to trust Him with bold faith and generous hearts as we build what comes next.
Cost Breakdown & How to Give
FOR THE STUDENTS
FOR THE COMMUNITY
FAQ
We’re asking everyone to prayerfully consider giving in a way that stretches your faith but is still realistic for your family. Start by asking God in prayer what He would have you give, let this be a spiritual decision, not just a financial one. For some, that may mean a sacrificial gift above and beyond what you normally give. For others, it may mean starting to give for the very first time. Our goal is 100% engagement; that every person participates. Equal sacrifice matters more than equal amounts.
The commitment period for this campaign is three years. You’ll have the opportunity to give a one-time gift, make an ongoing pledge, or both. These gifts can be scheduled weekly, monthly, annually, or in whatever rhythm works best for you and your household.
Borrowing might feel easier in the short term, but it would place a heavy burden on the future of our church. By giving together now, we can move forward without debt and free future generations to focus fully on ministry.
Our day-to-day ministry, such as staffing, Sunday services, kids and student ministry, missions, and outreach, is funded by the general fund. We are asking for campaign gifts to be given above and beyond regular giving so that the ongoing ministry of StoneBridge continues to thrive while we also invest in these future-focused projects.
First of all, welcome! You’re invited to be part of this exciting season, but we never want you to feel pressured. Since our vision is for 100% engagement, your level of participation may look different depending on where you are in your journey. Take time to get to know our church and our heart for the next generation. If God leads you, we’d love for you to join us in this effort in whatever way you’re able.
StoneBridge currently carries $3.3 million in debt from past projects. We have a clear plan to pay it off no later than 2033, and our budget allows us to manage it responsibly without cutting into ministry. The focus of this campaign is not paying off debt, but ensuring we can move forward with new ministry opportunities without adding any new debt.
If God provides more than our campaign goal through the generosity of our church family, every dollar will still go toward advancing the mission of StoneBridge. First, we would accelerate and expand the projects outlined in For the Next 40. Additional resources could also allow us to pay off existing debt sooner, freeing up more of our budget for ministry. Beyond that, we would direct funds toward future ministry opportunities and community impact, ensuring that StoneBridge is positioned for decades of kingdom influence.
We understand that life happens, jobs change, health needs arise, and circumstances shift. Your commitment is between you and God. If your situation changes, you can adjust your giving at any time. The important thing is simply to participate as you are able.
