Legacy 2030

Legacy 2030 is First Baptist Allen’s vision to boldly follow God’s leading in three key areas: Missions, Media, and Ministries. This is not a five-year plan. It’s a call to action now, with a clear destination, to faithfully pursue the call God has given First Baptist Church Allen and celebrate all that He will accomplish by the beginning of 2030. Rooted in the Great Commission, we aim to pass on a legacy of faith, obedience, and Spirit-led leadership to the next generation.

We’re asking every member to pray, give, and serve as we step forward together for the glory of Christ.

Celebrating Progress. Continuing the Mission.

Through this 2026 update, we celebrate how God is working through our church. Explore stories from 2025 and 2026, see the progress across Missions, Media, and Ministries, and prayerfully consider your next step as we continue toward 2030 together.

Explore the updates below and discover how you can pray, give, and serve through Missions, Media, and Ministries.

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Missions: Reaching People, Near and Far

“But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” – Acts 1:8

Missions has long been a deep strength of First Baptist Allen. Through local outreach, school partnerships, international missions, and practical care, we see God opening doors to share the Gospel and build relationships. As we move toward 2030, we are inviting every generation to take part.

Our “y’all come / we go” approach continues to guide us: welcoming people into our church and going into our community to meet people where they are. The stories below offer a glimpse of that work in 2025 and 2026.

Serving Our Neighbors

Through Outreach Allen, a group from our church goes into the community every Sunday night to offer prayer and engage in Gospel conversations. This ongoing ministry helped shape Mission Allen, which brought together 25 students and five leaders in July 2026 for a week of training, outreach, and service. The team prayed with more than 120 people, shared the Gospel with 50, and saw one person begin a relationship with Jesus.

Our Food Pantry has served more than 200 local families in 2026. During the school year, 22 volunteers help prepare approximately 175 bags of food for weekly delivery to 11 schools through our backpack ministry. Study Buddies and school partnerships create opportunities to encourage students, support teachers, and pray for our community.

Our ESL ministry offers free English classes across five levels, with Scripture included in every session. WeCare has helped over 100 individuals and families in the past year with rent and utility needs. Our Chainsaw Team serves neighbors by removing fallen trees and addressing hazardous trees.

Serving Together Across Generations

During spring break 2026, 11 students served through BOUNCE, helping rebuild an equipment shed at Camp La Junta following the July 2025 flood. Our church also gave $10,000 to Texans on Mission in 2025 to support Hill Country flood recovery.

Families, students, and adult Bible Fellowship Groups have joined together through Operation Christmas Child, contributing 1,182 shoeboxes as of the September 2026 update. Through Angel Tree, upcoming holiday food baskets, and community partnerships, we will continue caring for families and creating opportunities to share the hope of the Gospel.

Building Relationships Around the World

In 2025, our church partnered with International Commission in Kyrgyzstan and Compassion International in Peru. Our support of The Timothy Initiative also helps plant churches in unreached places, extending our reach beyond the places we can go ourselves.

Five adults are preparing for an October 2026 mission trip to Kazakhstan. In early 2027, our church will begin a partnership with Converge through Brit Redfield in Tokyo, Japan. Pray for these teams and for lasting relationships that create opportunities to make Christ known.

Get to know our global missions partners

Ways to Participate

• PRAY – Pray for our neighbors, mission partners, and upcoming teams, and for opportunities to share the Gospel.
• GO – Explore opportunities to take part in local outreach or an international mission trip.
• GIVE – Support the church’s missions work through your faithful giving.
• INVITE – Welcome a neighbor to a church gathering or invite someone to serve alongside you.
• SERVE – Find a place with the Food Pantry, ESL, Study Buddies, or another local ministry.

FIND YOUR PLACE TO SERVE

Media: Communicating the Gospel Clearly

“Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might; for there is no work or device or knowledge or wisdom in the grave where you are going.” – Ecclesiastes 9:10

The A/V installation was completed August 31, 2026, and the commissioned system is now in daily use. Clearer sound and picture help people hear the Word, participate in worship, and connect with our church in person and online. A few cosmetic and convenience improvements remain as volunteers continue learning the new tools.

New Tools Serving Our Church

• Clearer, more consistent sound – The new speaker system helps people hear the message and instrumentation throughout the Worship Center.
• Two new LED walls – Clear visuals support worship, teaching, and events.
• A dedicated Broadcast Room – Our team has greater flexibility to broadcast services and events beyond our walls.
• A new two-level sound booth – Lighting control is now downstairs, with room for different ministries to use the space.
• Integrated controls and flexible equipment – Simplified startup supports volunteer-led gatherings, Discovery Days programs, conferences, concerts, and other Worship Center events.

More than 30 people have participated in training, many stepping into volunteer positions for the first time. Thank you to everyone who helped build, learn, serve, and give toward this project.

Your Generosity at Work

The system is installed and serving our church. Giving through Legacy 2030 continues to fund this investment and support the tools our worship and production teams use each week.

Legacy 2030 A/V Broadcast Update — Phase 1
Project funding and costs updated September 2026.

Looking Ahead: Phase 2

Phase 2: Stage Refresh will begin once we have fulfilled the financial obligation for Phase 1. We will continue sharing updates as we move forward together.

Ways to Participate

• GIVE – Prayerfully consider a gift toward the remaining Phase 1 funding need through Legacy 2030.
• PRAY – Pray for our worship and production teams, for those joining us in person and online, and for God’s provision through His people.
• SERVE – Explore a place on our media team. We are recruiting and training volunteers across the system.
• SHARE – Help others see how these tools support worship, communicate the Gospel, and serve our church.

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SERVE WITH OUR MEDIA TEAM

Ministries: Building Up the Body for Every Generation

“Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself.” – Philippians 2:3

God is working through our ministries across all ages and life stages. From preschool to senior adults, we see people growing in faith, building friendships, and discovering places to serve. As we move toward 2030, we are investing in leaders and ministries that help every generation know Christ and pass on their faith.

Growing in Worship and Discipleship

John Darling has joined FBC Allen as Executive Pastor of Music Ministries. He is developing a multigenerational music ministry that brings Students, Children’s, and Preschool ministries into the work of helping our church worship together. He is also developing a core leadership team and exploring how the new A/V system can help ministry reach beyond our walls.

As our new Discipleship Pastor, Nathan McEndree will review every aspect of our discipleship pathway and develop a strategic plan that connects us to God’s Word, His people, and our community. His work will also help expand opportunities for college students, working young adults, and people navigating life-stage transitions.

In spring 2026, more than 20 members participated in our inaugural Fundamentals of Faith class, a 13-week series on foundational Christian beliefs. We also began Refresh on Wednesday nights, a time of guided community prayer. These gatherings help us grow in our understanding of Scripture and seek God together.

Investing in the Next Generation

Our preschool and children’s ministries help families nurture faith through Bible stories, worship, prayer, and relationships with caring adults. Discovery Days Chapel, Bible Club, and weekly missions create opportunities to learn and participate. VBS welcomed more than 400 children in 2026, and 44 preteens attended Preteen Camp.

Students are growing through discipleship, service, and opportunities to lead. Young adults continue building friendships through meet-ups and a Bible Fellowship Group, with more opportunities for connection and involvement ahead.

Developing Ministry Leaders

Our residency program gives emerging leaders practical experience alongside ministry teams. We are grateful for the contributions of:

• Meredith Webb – Summer 2026 resident serving in Students.
• Kathryn Hannah – Summer 2026 resident serving in Children’s Ministry and Social Media.
• Aly Baldwin – Current resident serving in Media.

The residency program will continue developing throughout 2027, building a foundation for future ministry service and leadership.

Building Community and Caring for One Another

Driven Men’s Ministry is encouraging men to grow in prayer and service while developing a leadership team. Women’s gatherings and Bible studies create opportunities for friendship, spiritual growth, and leadership. Our Senior Adult Ministry brings people together through monthly activities, fellowship, and shared experiences.

Six newly ordained Deacons joined our Deacon Ministry in 2026. Deacons oversee the new Homebound Ministry, caring for members unable to join our church community regularly. Through Acts 6 ministry, they also help with practical needs, including household projects and moves into assisted living.

Through our Worship Together Ministry, two teams lead worship services at assisted living homes in Allen. These ministries help people remain connected to worship, friendship, and the life of our church.

Ways to Participate

• PRAY – Pray for our ministry leaders, residents, volunteers, and the people they serve. Join us in seeking God together through Refresh.
• GROW – Connect with a Bible Fellowship Group or explore opportunities to study Scripture and deepen your faith.
• SERVE – Use your gifts in music, preschool, children’s, student, adult, or care ministries.
• LEAD – Explore opportunities to mentor an emerging leader or help others find their place in the life of our church.

FIND YOUR PLACE TO SERVE