Dillon Community Church

Dear DCC Member,

As we prepare for our next fiscal year (September 1, 2026–August 31, 2027), we have much to celebrate. This has been a significant season of transition for DCC, and through it all, God has been faithful. We are grateful for the ways he continues to sustain our church, bring people together, and do exciting things in the life of our congregation.

Thank you for your continued generosity, participation, and love for DCC. Your faithful support enables us to care for our congregation, serve our community, and carry out our mission to love, serve, and teach as disciples of Jesus.

Below you will find the proposed Ministry Plan, Annual Budget, accompanying budget notes, and prospective elder biographies. These materials outline several of our priorities for the coming year.

As we continue navigating this season of transition, we are being especially intentional about investing in the unity of our staff and ministry teams and building well together for the future. Our goal is to develop ministries that are thoughtful, responsive to real needs, and sustainable for the long term. With that in mind, we will work to create clear relational pathways that help people connect with one another and find meaningful places within the life and ministries of our church. We also plan to develop a short-term mentorship framework that encourages intergenerational connection and support. In addition, we will expand our Men’s Ministry by creating more opportunities for men to build relationships outside of Iron Hour, our morning Bible study.

This year, we are nominating four new elders for the congregation’s consideration: Nathan Love, Anna Bensen, Josh Dayton, and Liz Bidinotto. Their biographies are available below. We encourage you to read them and, if you do not already know these individuals, to take an opportunity to get to know them.

Members who would like to offer input or share questions or concerns regarding the proposed Ministry Plan, Annual Budget, or prospective elders are invited to attend the elder meeting on Wednesday, August 19, at 6:30 p.m. in the Dillon Community Church Commons. The elders will be available to receive feedback and respond to questions.

Our congregational meeting will be held in the DCC sanctuary on Sunday, August 23, immediately following the worship service. At this meeting, members will vote on the proposed Ministry Plan, Annual Budget, and elder nominees.

We are deeply grateful for your generosity, your love for DCC, and your active participation in the life of our church. Even amid change, God has remained faithful, and we are excited to continue following him together.

Warmly in Christ,

Rob Strode, Elder President and Ryan Leeds, Senior Pastor