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Learn more about our 2 year discipleship journey kicking off March 2025!
LifeSpring
is a growing community
of people who follow Jesus,
are being changed by Him,
and help others
do the same.
Watch the 2024 Reflections Video
GENEROSITY & STEWARDSHIP
I am not trying to get something from you, but I want you to receive the blessings that come from giving.
- Philippians 4:17 (CEV)
GOD is restoring a broken world and we got to JOIN HIM!
We helped all different “ages” and “stages” grow as disciples
of Jesus.
God’s Word shaped
our lives.
Watch the sermons from this year on our YouTube Channel.
We continued to
rally together as a community to meet big needs in our area.
Local Impact
In 2024, we celebrated the inspiring victories of our local impact partners, who served as the hands and feet of Jesus in our community. Through their selfless work—feeding the hungry, mentoring youth, and supporting families in crisis—they met tangible needs, offered hope, and transformed lives. Their unwavering dedication reflected Christ’s love in action, strengthened our community, and exemplified the Gospel in practical ways.
Southwest Schools
Academic and Social growth
for ALL students, EVERY DAY!
Started a clothing and shoe surplus for kids in need
54 snack packs provided each weekend at Harrison Elementary
150+ junior high & high school students weekly in Bible studies (at the schools!)
Lightning Squad - faith-based after-school program for elementary students, created in collaboration with other churches. It provides a safe and welcoming space where kids can hear the Gospel, have fun, feel valued, and build meaningful connections.
- 5 churches working together
- Serving 425 kids
Women of
Alabaster
Meet the needs of those caught in human trafficking by offering alternatives to a life on the streets.
Cincinnati Day Ministry
Total Visits: 809 (121% increase!)
New Guests: 33
Street Outreach: 273
Jail Contacts: 201 (2,771% increase!)
Baptisms: 17
Detox Admits: 19
Long Term Treatment: 6
Survivor Alumni Retreat: 6
Rededications to Jesus: 5
Hamilton Day Ministry
Total Visits: 1040 (214% increase!)
New Guests: 81
Street Outreach: 61
Jail Contacts: 273 (250% increase!)
Baptisms: 39
Detox Admits: 6
Reach Out
Pregnancy Center
Save the life of a child by caring for the mother and father, helping at-risk families thrive and bringing the Gospel to parents.
132 unique clients served
1059 total visits (145% increase over last year)
950 visits included prayer
57 pregnancy tests
53 ultrasounds
27 babies born
23 clients took faith based classes
4 clients participated in a group Bible study
2 clients are known to have gone to a church for the first time ever
1 client gave their life to Jesus in the office on 12/12/24!
Christ's Loving Hands
To Love and Serve the greater Harrison Community in Christ’s name.
3,612 people served in partner food pantries
151 families assisted with rent
150 families assisted with electric
24 families assisted with water
$90,000+ total given to needs
535 hours donated by food pantry volunteers
425 families served with a week's worth of groceries
126 families served with holiday boxes
480 gallons of milk and 5,760 eggs!
$3,964 rent/utilities assistance from Benevolence
30 average weekly attendance for open groups
2 male & 1 female closed groups completed
Live testimonies during every CR gathering
GriefShare
This Christ-centered program helps people apply biblical principles as they deal with the emotions and life stresses following the death of a loved one.
20 combined attendance for Winter and Fall sessions
25 combined attendance at Fall & Winter "Loss of a Spouse" sessions
17 attended "Surviving the Holidays" seminar
Lionheart Children's Academy
Lionheart is passionate about equipping kids to be world changers, and supporting working parents who need quality, affordable care and education for their children.
1102 Gospel presentations to kids
62 Lionheart families attended a gathering at least four times at LifeSpring
4 baptisms of parents & children
11 families actively serve during weekend services
100
people connected to a LifeSpring event
OUTREACH
In 2024, we celebrated two impactful outreach events that brought our community together. The Project Acceptance Dance welcomed 85 individuals with exceptionalities and their families for a “Flashback to the 50’s,” offering a joyful, inclusive space to celebrate together. Fall Fest featured 30 trunks, 700 cups of fresh cider, and over 600 attendees, with 90 people expressing interest in LifeSpring. Both events were a powerful reminder of the love and connection we’re building in our community.
Project Acceptance Dance
85 people with exceptionalities (and their families) were given a place to Flashback to the 50’s!
Community Commons
This past year at Community Commons has been filled with growth and vibrancy, as the space was used 7 days a week, fostering connection and community. The space was rented 43 times and we welcomed 2 new Facility Team members, who contributed to key improvements. It’s been a year of growth, and we’re excited for what’s to come!
The Commons is used 7 days/week
76.79% building occupancy during open hours
Space rented 43 times for various parties, showers, & gatherings
“Our 3 year old loved this place! They have a great spot for parents to sit and work or eat while you watch your kiddos run around the playground.”
“Not too many churches open their space to the public, the kids loved it!”
2 New Facility Team Members
Ken McLean
Doug Vaught
“Knowing that we have Doug and Ken available to fix anything that is broken in a timely and effective manner truly feels good…
We can not say enough about the blessing this has truly been.”
- Jessica Hunt, Lionheart Director
Community Commons
...by the numbers
1
New gas fire pit that's
available to all
1
New Connections Wall
2
New pergolas on the front porch
4
Cement footers for
playground awning
230,400
Linear feet of hand towels in the restrooms (that’s 43 miles!)
864,000
Linear feet of toilet paper (enough to stretch from here to Columbus!)
21
Outside service contractors maintain high quality standards
2,100+
Hours cleaning the building
74
events hosted
(50% increase over last year)
14
times the space was donated to a Local Impact partner
8
times the space was donated for a funeral or Celebration
of Life Service
4
Home to 4 non profits:
Reach Out Pregnancy Center, Food Pantry, Celebrate Recovery,
The Eve Center
We inspired parents to live out their callings in their families.
A Family Discipleship Vision Team of 11 parents was assembled
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
- Matthew 19:14
145 - average number of children who heard the gospel of Jesus each weekend
7 children's baptisms, which is a 250% increase from last year!
300+
hours invested in discipling children
27 4th/5th graders + 70 care packages = lasting impact at Harrison Trails
150+ Bibles distributed to students
Began Trauma-Informed ministry training program
102 hours of Club Fun hangouts and Bible study for 4th & 5th graders
58 different Club 45’ers attended at least one event - an increase of 87%!!!
20 brand new kids attended - up 300%!!!
27
students &
7
adults serving together on the first Club 45 service project in November
GROWING KIDS MINISTRY TEAM
19 incredible people joined the team
88 total children’s ministry volunteers
20
amazing student volunteers
(middle/highschool age)
1 New Children’s Ministry Resident, Grace Trinidad
8 student baptisms
85 students in LifeGroups
4 new adult leaders
33 students serving in areas outside of LSM
5 service projects
76% post youth group church involvement
8 students giving Sunday night messages
149
first time adult guests
72
enjoyed some
Pizza With Pastors
79
adults had disciple making training via
Discover LifeSpring
33
officially joined the family through membership
BAPTISMS
"Go and make disciples, baptizing...and teaching
them to obey" - Jesus
34 lives transformed through Jesus and expressed through baptism::23 adults
(10% increase from 2023),
8 students,,7
kids
55%
baptized by someone who is in a disciple making relationship with them (family/friends/mentors)
“I decided to get baptized because Jesus is my Lord and Savior and I would follow Him the rest of my life.” - Oaklie Dalton, age 7
SERVING
In 2024, serving at LifeSpring has been a powerful testament to living out our faith and shining Jesus’ light to others. With 311 individuals regularly serving, that’s 62% of our average adult weekend attendance, showing the commitment of our church family to love and serve. Through Servewire, 12 people discovered how God uniquely created them to serve, while 17 ministry departments and 5 local outreach teams are thriving with Christ-followers dedicated to using their time, talents, and hearts.
311
regularly serving to Jesus’ light to others
62%
of average adult weekend attendance serving
17
ministry departments made up of devoted Christ-followers who generously serve with their time, talents, and passion
5
local outreach teams made up of Christ-followers who wholeheartedly serve with their time, talents, and dedication
Ministry Serving Teams
- Children's Ministry
- Student Ministry
- Worship
- First Impression
- Community Commons Hosts
- Tech
- Office/Admin
- Connections
- Communications
- Maintenance
- Landscaping
- Finance
- Global Impact
- Prayer
- Safety/Security
- Community Care
LOCAL OUTREACH SERVING TEAMS
- Celebrate Recovery
- Lightning Squad
- Food Pantry
- Christ’s Loving Hands
- Reach Out Pregnancy
- Woman of Alabaster
- This City, His City
"The relationships I have made through serving are so special to me."
"Serving Jesus has brought me immense joy and satisfaction. It helped me to grow spiritually and personally and has fostered many connections for me with other believers. There is satisfaction in knowing that I could be making a difference in another person's life, whether I am serving in First Impressions, hosting in the Commons or praying with guests at the Food Pantry. The relationships I have made through serving are so special to me.”
- Melinda Tenhundfeld
LifeGroups
22 total: 17 adult, 5 student
339 people in LifeGroups (18% increase from last year!)
1 neighborhood group added in Delhi/Western Hills
Countless unofficial discipleship groups leading people to follow Jesus, be changed by him and teaching them to do the same with others.
“We are open to whoever the Lord sends…The more the merrier…
Acts 2:47, Praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people.
And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.”
– From Dean & Lisa Heitkamp
and Greg & Nancy Eckel
"I strive for our group to be a place where women of any age feel they can ask questions to grow deeper in faith and go out to share the light of Jesus with the world, starting with their home." - Rachel Lee
WOMEN'S
COMMUNITY
This past year, Women's Community at LifeSpring has been marked by incredible generosity and growth. The women filled over 60 backpacks with care supplies for the Women of Alabaster, showing their heart for serving others. Our Women’s LifeGroups saw significant growth, with 67 women participating in the Spring Bible study and 80 in the Fall. In addition, our first “Dessert and Design” event brought new connections, further strengthening the bonds of our community. It’s been a year of deepening relationships, both in faith and fellowship.
67 women learned how to navigate the gospel truth
through the Spring study
80 participated in the fall Bible study, learning more about how the book of Revelation changes how we live and reach others today
Countless smiles and connections made at our first “Dessert and Design”
“I saw women who are reluctant to normally engage, engaging!”
Thanking God for a Legacy Leader
We are mournfully rejoicing with the Lord as our sister, Christine Curry, entered into the arms of Jesus this year. We honor a good and faithful servant that paved the way for many other women to know, worship, and follow Jesus. We know she is cheering others on as they cross the finish line to eternity with a cheer, smile, and warm embrace.
“However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.” - Acts 20:24
MEN'S
COMMUNITY
This past year at Men's Community has been one of growth and spiritual transformation. A disciple-making-focused cornhole event sparked meaningful connections and led to spiritual growth for many men. Additionally, we celebrated the launch of two new Men’s Community LifeGroups, expanding opportunities for fellowship and deeper discipleship. It’s been a year of building strong, supportive relationships, and we look forward to continuing this journey together.
Disciple making focused cornhole event led to spiritual growth in many guys
2
new men’s community LifeGroups launched
DISCIPLE MAKING TRAINING
29
completed Disciple Making Foundations catalyst (45 total)
45% of Leadership Community completed Emotionally Healthy Discipleship catalyst (50 total)
43 completed new 8-month
Real Life Theology Training
GO & BE
Purpose: to mobilize the church to make disciples that make disciples in their area of influence with like-minded disciple makers.
Worship Community
2 nights of Worship hosted
1 Community Worship Night
1 new tech leader and 13 new volunteers
8 new songs evaluated, planned, and introduced by Song Selection Team
50 weekends of worship planned, rehearsed, and enjoyed together (175 hours)
50
collective hours spent praying for the LifeSpring Community to overcome resistance and distractions and worship wholeheartedly
Creative Community
3 new team members helped produce…
- 18+ videos (like THIS)
- 8 Sermon Series graphics
- 3 congregational engagement opps
- 1
History With God Journal
(download here)
2 Nights of Worship
1 Community Worship Night
1
Beautifully decorated building for Christmas
3 Photo Opps
(Easter, Mother's Day, Christmas)
GLOBAL
IMPACT
We joined God in restoring brokenness around the world. Because of your generosity, all
6
of our global partners received a significant boost in financial support.
MOHI
Ending generational poverty in the slums of Nairobi, Kenya
More than 27,000 kids in the school system across 35 disadvantaged Kenyan communities
Provide relief to 1450 families affected by floods
Launch 25 new computer labs and new vocational training programs
1 New school breaking ground in Nanam for Turkana people
202 children sponsored by LifeSpring
APPLE OF GOD'S EYES
Restoration and rehabilitation for exploited children in Nepal
38
new beneficiaries in one of five Apple safe homes, a total of 141
36 kids enrolled in the free-to-fly program (live on their own)
328 kids enrolled in the Apple school (up from 294 last year!)
670 kids under a prevention program out of Kathmandu
Silvio Silva's book The Power of Dignity was published in June 2024
Building a school in Kathmandu instead of renting. Also acquired land to build facilities for school and homes (3-5 year project)
TCI (Tavriski Christian Institute)
Bible education and humanitarian aid in war-torn Ukraine and Central Asia
230 students enrolled in certificate or bachelor's programs
190 students studying in Central and West Asia
Refocused efforts to provide refugee support, pastoral care, and essential resources:
- Rebuilt 12 houses in the Kherson
- Distributed over 10,000
food packages
LAKEVIEW BIBLE COLLEGE
Bible College in India training disciple-makers to multiply in unreached nations
50 residential students and 15 online students
The Tschiegg Centre to open in July 2025 for Counseling, Business, and Media - shift from college to life skills
400
alumni serve in 24
of 28 states of India and in 9
foreign nations
Bob Carter
Senior Executive director of Jerusalem Center for Bible Translators & Bible translator consultant
Dedicated a full Bible translation in the Warni language (an 11 year project)
that will impact over 900,000 speakers
28 new consultants trained to help with translation projects worldwide
First hybrid Bible translation class led with 10 students from around the world
Leading a new historical geography course in Israel
LOCAL CHURCH PLANTING
Multiplying a movement of disciple making churches
CHURCH PLANT RESIDENT
ANDY DALTON
Preparing to plant the Gospel to make disciples and multiply simple churches
2025 = gradual, grassroots organic launch
550+ hours logged
13 church plant leaders interviewed
8 weeks of training in disciple making movement
5 books read + countless podcasts
3 sermons delivered
Support given to:
Grace Church
(a Harrison church plant)
7 baptisms
Several new families joining as members
Supporting 1 new missionary to Scotland
$20k given to local, national, and international missions
Financially contributes to a church plant in Lawrenceburg, IN
Support given to:
RENEW.ORG NETWORK
Solid biblical theology to fuel disciple making
First 5 collaborative church plants underway
Praying for 500 church plants by 2031
350 lead ministers/pastors Learning Communities
120,000+ print & ebooks in distribution
22,000 ebook downloads
Daily digital communication reaching 2+ million/year
Looking forward
to 2025
As we celebrate the incredible impact of 2024, we are filled with gratitude for the countless ways God moved through our community. Together, we witnessed lives transformed, hope restored, and the Gospel shared in powerful ways. Looking ahead to 2025, we are excited to see how God will continue to use our collective efforts to bring light, healing, and love to those in need. With hearts full of faith and anticipation, we step boldly into the new year, ready to embrace all that lies ahead.
