Life Fellowship arrives in Anna this sunday!

everything you need to know about our new campus

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Hey, City of Anna! The big moment is finally here! Life Fellowship Church is coming to your amazing community, and we’re thrilled to invite you on this journey of faith, love, and unity. Starting August 25 at Anna High School, we’re kicking off with a big party featuring food trucks, an ice cream truck, face painting, and bouncy houses for your kiddos. Join us every Sunday for a worship experience and a practical, easy-to-understand message that’s relevant to what you’re going through. We want to be more than just a church—we want to be your home!
 
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grand opening this sunday!

On August 25th, bring the whole family for our grand opening celebration! We’ve got bouncy houses, food trucks, an ice cream truck, and face painting—fun for all ages!
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An Encouraging Note

A Special Message from John C. Maxwell

John C. Maxwell, renowned leadership expert and best-selling author, sends an encouraging message to Life Fellowship.

COMMON QUESTIONS

WHERE WILL SERVICES BE HELD?

The Anna Campus will be located at Anna Highschool, 1107 W Rosamond Pkwy, Anna, TX 75409

WHEN WILL SUNDAY SERVICES BEGIN?

The grand opening date is August 25th, 2024.

WHAT TIME WILL SUNDAY SERVICES TAKE PLACE?

This campus will begin with 9:00 am and 10:30 am services.

WHAT WILL THE SERVICES BE LIKE?

Life Fellowship is becoming one church in multiple locations. Every location will offer the same weekend service experience. You can view our services every Sunday online at www.lifefellowship.tv and find out more about Life Fellowship Church by visiting our about page.

HOW CAN I STAY UPDATED?

You can text “Anna” to 51010 for more information.

WILL THERE BE LIFEGROUPS?

Yes. LifeGroups will begin in September 2024. 

COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT KIDS MINISTRY

WHAT AGE GROUPS DOES THE KIDS MINISTRY CATER TO?

Our Kids Ministry is designed for children from birth to 5th grade. We have specific programs and activities tailored to each age group, to ensure that every child receives age-appropriate teaching and care. 

WHAT SAFETY MEASURES ARE IN PLACE FOR KIDS MINISTRY?

The safety of your children is our highest priority. We have a secure check-in and check-out process, all our volunteers are background-checked, and we maintain a strict child-to-leader ratio. Additionally, our facilities are regularly inspected for safety, and we have trained first-aid personnel on-site. 

CAN I VOLUNTEER IN THE KIDS MINISTRY?

Absolutely! We welcome parents and members of our congregation to volunteer. Please contact our Kids Ministry director to learn about the application and training process. 

WHAT WILL MY CHILD BE LEARNING?

Our curriculum is focused on teaching biblical truths through stories, crafts, games, and age-appropriate discussions. We aim to instill a love for God, an understanding of the Bible, and a foundation for Christian living. 

HOW CAN I STAY INFORMED ABOUT MY CHILD'S EXPERIENCE AND PROGRESS?

We send out regular newsletters and updates via email. Additionally, we encourage parents to engage with our Kids Ministry app where you can find information about the curriculum, upcoming events, and personalized updates about your child’s activities. 

ARE THERE ANY SPECIAL EVENTS OR PROGRAMS FOR KIDS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR?

Yes, we have a variety of special events, including Vacation Bible School, Christmas and Easter programs, summer camps, and family outings. Keep an eye on our church calendar and newsletters for updates and registration information. 

WHAT IF MY CHILD HAS ALLERGIES OR SPECIAL NEEDS?

Please inform us of any allergies, medical conditions, or special needs your child may have during the registration process. We will work with you to accommodate your child’s needs and ensure they have a safe and enjoyable experience in our ministry. 

HOW CAN I SUPPORT THE KIDS MINISTRY?

In addition to volunteering, you can support our ministry through prayer, donations of supplies, and participating in fundraisers. Your support helps us continue to provide a quality ministry for our children. 

WHAT IS THE CHECK-IN PROCESS FOR KIDS MINISTRY?

Upon arrival, you’ll be directed to our check-in station where you’ll sign in your child and receive a security tag. This tag must be presented when picking up your child. For first-time visitors, we will assist you with the registration process. 

WHO CAN I CONTACT IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?

You can contact our Kids Ministry at kids@lifefellowship.tv. We’re happy to answer any further questions you may have! 

OUR ANNA
CAMPUS PASTORs

JON & JENNIFER MELANDER

Jon and Jennifer, married for six years, have four children: Gabbie, Gracyn, Hunter, and Hannah. Jon has served as the Correctional Facilities Pastor at Life Fellowship for three years, with his academic accolades including a Master’s in Business and Theology, and he is currently pursuing a Doctorate at Liberty University. Under his leadership, the correctional ministry grew from 9 locations to over 6,200 facilities and is considering global expansion. Jon began his career in the Ranger Battalion, gaining combat experience before transitioning to an executive role at CSX Railroad, offering him diverse leadership insights.

Jennifer has been with Life Fellowship for three years, working as an administrative assistant and actively participating in women’s community groups. In 2023, Pastor Chris and the Life Fellowship Elder board recognized Jon’s potential to lead the launch of the second Life Fellowship campus in Anna. Both Jon and Jennifer bring their combined military, corporate, and ministry experiences to this new venture, aiming to impact Anna, Van Alstyne, Melissa, Prosper, Celina, Sherman, and McKinney.

Pastor Chris remarks, “Jon is the perfect leader for our second campus in Anna, with a genuine passion for ministry. I am eager to see the impact Jon and Jennifer will make.” The couple remains devoted to the vision of Life Fellowship and building a community where many will experience the grace of Jesus Christ. 

“I am excited to see what God will do through
Jon and Jennifer in Anna.”
Chris Lindberg
Life Fellowship’s Senior Pastor

WHY ANNA?

Anna is a goldmine that’s ready to be reached for Jesus.

Anna is slated to mushroom in size in the next 15 years from 24,000 people to over 100,000.

This growth is being driven by a number of factors, including the expansion of Texas Instruments’ $30 billion campus in Sherman, which is bringing 6,000 new high-paying jobs to the area, plus Collin County has been named one of the fastest growing counties in the US.

Anna, named one of the top 4 fastest-growing U.S. cities with a population over 20,000, has seen a 17% population increase in the past year.

This growth mirrors the boom in the greater DFW area, which is home to over 7 million people and projected to grow by another 3.9 million by 2040. The Dallas Regional Chamber predicts the DFW area could potentially double to 14 million residents.

Here is an interesting stat: Currently, if everyone in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex miraculously joined a church, the average attendance per church would be roughly 3,000 people. That’s sobering because 85% of churches in DFW have fewer than 100 people in attendance, and 92% have fewer than 250 people in attendance.

In other words, even if all the churches in DFW had 1,000 members, there would still be a staggering 3 million unchurched people.

In fact, recent research suggests that by 2040, we’d need to plant between 2,500 and 9,610 new churches in DFW just to maintain the current reach of Christians. North Dallas is expanding rapidly, and the need for new healthy churches is great.

Right now, we have an incredible opportunity to establish a vibrant and life-giving church in Anna! There are 225,000 people within a 10-mile radius of Anna, and yet only about 31,000 of them were in church last week. That means there’s more than 194,000 people who are away from church and likely away from God.

The need is great and with over 225+ people from Life Fellowship who already live in the area, we are well-positioned to plant a thriving and growing church and reach them with the gospel and show them the love of Christ.

We are strategically planting our second campus in the heart of Anna, and we have already secured a lease agreement to use the High School for our Sunday services. We will be launching in August of 2024 with two services at 9:00am and 10:30am.