History of Redeemer
Jeff & Nancy Hatton moved to Waco to plant Redeemer in the Fall of 1998. They came from PCPC in Dallas, where Jeff had been a pastoral intern, trusting God had a purpose for them in Waco. They started building relationships with about 25 -30 people, meeting Sunday evenings at Providence Hospital. This gathering grew to about 60 over the next 8 weeks and Redeemer held its first service that November at TCA.
In the summer of 2000, Redeemer moved from a mission church to a particularized church installing its first group of elders. Redeemer quickly grew to around 175 regular attendees and on March 19, 2006, held the first service at the current sanctuary where Jeff and Nancy have been leading ever since.
In the summer of 2000, Redeemer moved from a mission church to a particularized church installing its first group of elders. Redeemer quickly grew to around 175 regular attendees and on March 19, 2006, held the first service at the current sanctuary where Jeff and Nancy have been leading ever since.
History of Redeemer
Jeff & Nancy Hatton moved to Waco to plant Redeemer in the Fall of 1998. They came from PCPC in Dallas, where Jeff had been a pastoral intern, trusting God had a purpose for them in Waco. They started building relationships with about 25 -30 people, meeting Sunday evenings at Providence Hospital. This gathering grew to about 60 over the next 8 weeks and Redeemer held its first service that November at TCA.
In the summer of 2000, Redeemer moved from a mission church to a particularized church installing its first group of elders. Redeemer quickly grew to around 175 regular attendees and on March 19, 2006, held the first service at the current sanctuary where Jeff and Nancy have been leading ever since.
In the summer of 2000, Redeemer moved from a mission church to a particularized church installing its first group of elders. Redeemer quickly grew to around 175 regular attendees and on March 19, 2006, held the first service at the current sanctuary where Jeff and Nancy have been leading ever since.
History of Redeemer
Jeff & Nancy Hatton moved to Waco to plant Redeemer in the Fall of 1998. They came from PCPC in Dallas, where Jeff had been a pastoral intern, trusting God had a purpose for them in Waco. They started building relationships with about 25 -30 people, meeting Sunday evenings at Providence Hospital. This gathering grew to about 60 over the next 8 weeks and Redeemer held its first service that November at TCA.
In the summer of 2000, Redeemer moved from a mission church to a particularized church installing its first group of elders. Redeemer quickly grew to around 175 regular attendees and on March 19, 2006, held the first service at the current sanctuary where Jeff and Nancy have been leading ever since.
In the summer of 2000, Redeemer moved from a mission church to a particularized church installing its first group of elders. Redeemer quickly grew to around 175 regular attendees and on March 19, 2006, held the first service at the current sanctuary where Jeff and Nancy have been leading ever since.
Vision
The vision of the “Building Our Future” expansion project is to make room for lives, relationships, and communities to connect with God, each other, and mission to Waco by the power of the gospel.
Project Overview
The “Building Our Future” expansion project will include:
- A larger sanctuary that will increase our capacity from 350 to 600
- A larger lobby area for gathering and socializing
- More parking and a driveway that encircles the church
- An improved sound system in the sanctuary
- Larger restroom facilities
- Updated flooring and fixtures
Project Overview
The “Building Our Future” expansion project will include:
- A larger sanctuary that will increase our capacity from 350 to 600
- A larger lobby area for gathering and socializing
- More parking and a driveway that encircles the church
- An improved sound system in the sanctuary
- Larger restroom facilities
- Updated flooring and fixtures
Project Overview
The “Building Our Future” expansion project will include:
- A larger sanctuary that will increase our capacity from 350 to 600
- A larger lobby area for gathering and socializing
- More parking and a driveway that encircles the church
- An improved sound system in the sanctuary
- Larger restroom facilities
- Updated flooring and fixtures
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why now?
A: Over the years, God has graciously grown Redeemer Presbyterian Church both spiritually and numerically. As our ministries continue to expand, our current facilities are increasingly limiting our ability to worship, disciple, fellowship, and serve effectively. This expansion is intended to support the long-term ministry vision of Redeemer and create additional space for future generations.
A: Over the years, God has graciously grown Redeemer Presbyterian Church both spiritually and numerically. As our ministries continue to expand, our current facilities are increasingly limiting our ability to worship, disciple, fellowship, and serve effectively. This expansion is intended to support the long-term ministry vision of Redeemer and create additional space for future generations.
Q: What is the estimated cost?
A: The estimated cost will be between $1.6 million and $1.9 million. As planning progresses, updated financial information will be communicated clearly and transparently to the congregation.
A: The estimated cost will be between $1.6 million and $1.9 million. As planning progresses, updated financial information will be communicated clearly and transparently to the congregation.
Q: Will there be debt?
A: The Session understands the seriousness of debt and is carefully evaluating all financial options. Any financing decisions will be made prayerfully and communicated transparently to the congregation.
A: The Session understands the seriousness of debt and is carefully evaluating all financial options. Any financing decisions will be made prayerfully and communicated transparently to the congregation.
Q: Will worship service be affected by the construction?
A: There will be temporary adjustments during certain construction phases, but leadership and contractors will work carefully to minimize disruptions and maintain safe, orderly worship gatherings.
A: There will be temporary adjustments during certain construction phases, but leadership and contractors will work carefully to minimize disruptions and maintain safe, orderly worship gatherings.
Q: How was the decision made?
A: A core team of leaders have been meeting for 2 years, strategizing the best way to move forward and when to implement the plan. The group has been in constant discussion with the Session. The Session has since spent significant time praying and evaluating ministry needs. Construction and financial teams have also been formed to help assess the practical and financial aspects of the project.
A: A core team of leaders have been meeting for 2 years, strategizing the best way to move forward and when to implement the plan. The group has been in constant discussion with the Session. The Session has since spent significant time praying and evaluating ministry needs. Construction and financial teams have also been formed to help assess the practical and financial aspects of the project.
Q: How is it being funded?
A: Funding is expected to come through a combination of:
A: Funding is expected to come through a combination of:
- Congregational giving
- Capital campaign commitments
- Existing reserves
- Potential financing, if necessary
Q: How long will the construction take?
A: The estimated time to complete the project is 4 - 6 months.
A: The estimated time to complete the project is 4 - 6 months.
Q: How can members help?
A: One of the biggest ways that members can help is to pray that God will continue to bless Redeemer, help Redeemer reach both Christians and non-Christians in the Waco area, and that leadership will be wise with spending. The other way members can help is to generously give to the project so as to minimize the amount of debt that is incurred.
A: One of the biggest ways that members can help is to pray that God will continue to bless Redeemer, help Redeemer reach both Christians and non-Christians in the Waco area, and that leadership will be wise with spending. The other way members can help is to generously give to the project so as to minimize the amount of debt that is incurred.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why now?
A: Over the years, God has graciously grown Redeemer Presbyterian Church both spiritually and numerically. As our ministries continue to expand, our current facilities are increasingly limiting our ability to worship, disciple, fellowship, and serve effectively. This expansion is intended to support the long-term ministry vision of Redeemer and create additional space for future generations.
A: Over the years, God has graciously grown Redeemer Presbyterian Church both spiritually and numerically. As our ministries continue to expand, our current facilities are increasingly limiting our ability to worship, disciple, fellowship, and serve effectively. This expansion is intended to support the long-term ministry vision of Redeemer and create additional space for future generations.
Q: What is the estimated cost?
A: The estimated cost will be between $1.6 million and $1.9 million. As planning progresses, updated financial information will be communicated clearly and transparently to the congregation.
A: The estimated cost will be between $1.6 million and $1.9 million. As planning progresses, updated financial information will be communicated clearly and transparently to the congregation.
Q: Will there be debt?
A: The Session understands the seriousness of debt and is carefully evaluating all financial options. Any financing decisions will be made prayerfully and communicated transparently to the congregation.
A: The Session understands the seriousness of debt and is carefully evaluating all financial options. Any financing decisions will be made prayerfully and communicated transparently to the congregation.
Q: Will worship service be affected by the construction?
A: There will be temporary adjustments during certain construction phases, but leadership and contractors will work carefully to minimize disruptions and maintain safe, orderly worship gatherings.
A: There will be temporary adjustments during certain construction phases, but leadership and contractors will work carefully to minimize disruptions and maintain safe, orderly worship gatherings.
Q: How was the decision made?
A: A core team of leaders have been meeting for 2 years, strategizing the best way to move forward and when to implement the plan. The group has been in constant discussion with the Session. The Session has since spent significant time praying and evaluating ministry needs. Construction and financial teams have also been formed to help assess the practical and financial aspects of the project.
A: A core team of leaders have been meeting for 2 years, strategizing the best way to move forward and when to implement the plan. The group has been in constant discussion with the Session. The Session has since spent significant time praying and evaluating ministry needs. Construction and financial teams have also been formed to help assess the practical and financial aspects of the project.
Q: How is it being funded?
A: Funding is expected to come through a combination of:
A: Funding is expected to come through a combination of:
- Congregational giving
- Capital campaign commitments
- Existing reserves
- Potential financing, if necessary
Q: How long will the construction take?
A: The estimated time to complete the project is 4 - 6 months.
A: The estimated time to complete the project is 4 - 6 months.
Q: How can members help?
A: One of the biggest ways that members can help is to pray that God will continue to bless Redeemer, help Redeemer reach both Christians and non-Christians in the Waco area, and that leadership will be wise with spending. The other way members can help is to generously give to the project so as to minimize the amount of debt that is incurred.
A: One of the biggest ways that members can help is to pray that God will continue to bless Redeemer, help Redeemer reach both Christians and non-Christians in the Waco area, and that leadership will be wise with spending. The other way members can help is to generously give to the project so as to minimize the amount of debt that is incurred.
Timeline & Progress Updates
May 17: Pledge cards distributed. Please return these by June 28 to the giving boxes, directly to a staff member, or online.
May 20: Informational Meeting and time for questions and answers.
TBD: Groundbreaking.
May 20: Informational Meeting and time for questions and answers.
TBD: Groundbreaking.
Leadership & Oversight
Building Team
Adrian Harthoorn
Jeff Hatton
Colin Heller
Bradley Norris
Joel Smedshammer
Adrian Harthoorn
Jeff Hatton
Colin Heller
Bradley Norris
Joel Smedshammer
Financial Team
Adrian Harthoorn
Bradley Norris
Adrian Harthoorn
Bradley Norris
Construction Team
Collin Coats
David Dossey
Colin Heller
Joel Smedshammer
Terry Flick
Collin Coats
David Dossey
Colin Heller
Joel Smedshammer
Terry Flick
Design Team
Nancy Hatton
Liza Mitchell
Nancy Hatton
Liza Mitchell
Media Team
David Ellis
Jason Fedelem
David Ellis
Jason Fedelem
General Contractor
Traverse Group
Traverse Group
Architect
Sterling & Kap
Sterling & Kap
Ways to Give
We are asking each family unit to join us in gifting above their regular tithe toward the expansion project over the next 3 years
Pledge Cards
- Please return completed pledge cards to the church by June 28th
On the App
- Click the “Giving” tab
- Use the Fund drop down tab to select “Building”
- Select the frequency you would like to contribute
On the Website
- Click the “Giving” tab
- Use the Fund drop down tab to select “Building”
- Select the frequency you would like to contribute
In Person
- Cash
- Put cash in an envelope labeled “Building” and drop in one of the offering boxes
- Check
- Write “Building” on the memo line of the check and drop in one of the offering boxes
By Mail
- Mail Checks to:
- Redeemer Waco
2501 Redeemer Way, Waco, TX 76712
- Redeemer Waco
Gifts of Stock
- Donating appreciated stock can be one of the most tax-efficient ways to give
- For broker-to-broker gift transfers of publicly-traded stock, please provide the following information to the originating brokerage account:
- Transfer to: Charles Schwab & Co., DTC # 0164
- Account # 85767976
- Account Name: Redeemer Presbyterian Church Waco
- # of Shares to Transfer and Symbol
- Donor's name and address
- For broker-to-broker gift transfers of publicly-traded stock, please provide the following information to the originating brokerage account:
Give Below
Ways to Give
We are asking each family unit to join us in gifting above their regular tithe toward the expansion project over the next 3 years
Pledge Cards
On the App
- Click the “Giving” tab
- Use the Fund drop down tab to select “Building”
- Select the frequency you would like to contribute
On the Website
- Click the “Giving” tab
- Use the Fund drop down tab to select “Building”
- Select the frequency you would like to contribute
In Person
- Cash
- Put cash in an envelope labeled “Building” and drop in one of the offering boxes
- Check
- Write “Building” on the memo line of the check and drop in one of the offering boxes
By Mail
- Mail Checks to:
- Redeemer Waco
2501 Redeemer Way, Waco, TX 76712
- Redeemer Waco
Gifts of Stock
- Donating appreciated stock can be one of the most tax-efficient ways to give
- For broker-to-broker gift transfers of publicly-traded stock, please provide the following information to the originating brokerage account:
- Transfer to: Charles Schwab & Co., DTC # 0164
- Account # 85767976
- Account Name: Redeemer Presbyterian Church Waco
- # of Shares to Transfer and Symbol
- Donor's name and address
- For broker-to-broker gift transfers of publicly-traded stock, please provide the following information to the originating brokerage account:
Give Below
Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact a member of the Building Team:
Adrian Harthoorn
(254) 379-0694
adrian@hartstra.com
(254) 379-0694
adrian@hartstra.com
Colin Heller
(832) 797-9171
colin.heller@gmail.com
(832) 797-9171
colin.heller@gmail.com
Bradley Norris
(512) 666-7530
norris.br@gmail.com
(512) 666-7530
norris.br@gmail.com
Joel Smedshammer
(254) 292-8822
joel@redeemerwaco.org
(254) 292-8822
joel@redeemerwaco.org
Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact a member of the Building Team:
Adrian Harthoorn
(254) 379-0694
adrian@hartstra.com
(254) 379-0694
adrian@hartstra.com
Colin Heller
(832) 797-9171
colin.heller@gmail.com
(832) 797-9171
colin.heller@gmail.com
Bradley Norris
(512) 666-7530
norris.br@gmail.com
(512) 666-7530
norris.br@gmail.com
Joel Smedshammer
(254) 292-8822
joel@redeemerwaco.org
(254) 292-8822
joel@redeemerwaco.org