The As It Is In Heaven Christmas Offering is a call to sacrificial giving with the goal of $15,800 for missions and compassion causes.

WHAT ARE WE GIVING TOWARD?

2024’s Global Partners

Mission 2535

Live out the teachings of Jesus by supporting Mission 2535 in the Dominican Republic. Guided by Matthew 25, they are building thriving communities in the El Cibao region through providing clean water, food, healthcare, and job training. Partnering with them will provide critical needs and empower lasting change.

Cory & Jessie Lyons

Partner with Cory Lyons and Global Surge to reach the next generation in Southeast Asia. Their dynamic evangelistic camps impact over 100,000 teenagers each year, sharing the Gospel and transforming lives. Your investment will help them continue this vital ministry and see a spiritual awakening among young people.

Jordan and Nikki Nisly

Empower the next generation of pastors and missionaries in Southeast Asia by supporting Professor Jordan's vital work. Through the Center for Biblical Studies Institute and Seminary in Manila, he equips leaders to spread the Gospel and plant churches. Your gift will have a ripple effect, impacting countless lives for Christ.

Trailhead International

Invest in the future of a growing congregation in San Joaquin, Corozal, Belize. This is a booming church and they are in need of a permanent home. Trailhead has identified a suitable location and negotiated a price that is half of the cost of building new. Your support will help them establish a strong foundation for their ministry and reach more people with the Gospel.

2024’s Local Partners

Strategic Launch Network

Fuel spiritual renewal across North America by investing in Strategic Launch Network. They plant churches in key cities by equipping and supporting passionate leaders. Our partnership will help them establish thriving congregations that transform lives and communities.

San Diego Rescue Mission

Extend a hand up to those experiencing homelessness in San Diego by supporting the San Diego Rescue Mission. For nearly 70 years, they have provided vital services like meals, shelter, and job training, restoring hope and transforming lives.

First Baptist’s Benevolence Fund

Funding the 2025 Benevolence fund supports our fellow attendees in their time of greatest need. This money is used to help with utilities, food, and other necessary expenses for those who are part of FBC.

FAQs

  • The best time to give is as soon as you can! The offering will be open to give toward into January 2025, but you may want to take advantage of giving for tax purposes this year.

  • Whatever mode of giving is best for you will work! You may give with the envelope, just mark “Other” and write “Christmas Offering” or “As it is in Heaven.” You can also give at FBCSD.com/give or on the Church Center app.

  • All gifts to First Baptist, whether via the regular offering or this special offering, are completely tax-deductible. Your gift will be deductible in the tax year given (i.e., gifts given in 2024 will be deductible on the 2024 taxes you file in 2025). Please be sure to include your name and address when you give so that a receipt can be sent to you for your tax preparations. You are not required to utilize a tax deduction for your gift, but it is available for all gifts.

  • Please pray for God’s guidance as we all give sacrificially. Reaching this goal will be a celebration of what we can do together as we stretch our faith under God’s leadership. You will be updated on our giving progress through our email News Blast and during the weekend services.

  • Please contact info@FBCSD.com or call the church offices at (858) 457-4827.