About

The Village

Contact

stewardship@cotc.com

At COTC, we deeply desire the flourishing of our city. There are tangible needs within our community - we believe God is opening doors to meet those needs through a ministry center called “The Village”. This facility will be located on our Franklin property, with the goal of resourcing mental health initiatives, single parents, foster families, and those aging out of the foster care system. The heart of The Village initiatives is to serve the vulnerable and meet the needs of our city in a profound way.

Our Goal is 43000000

Help us build The Village through a pledge (share what you plan to do) or gift today (give one time or setup a recurring gift). Refer to “Frequently Asked Questions” section at the bottom of this page to learn about the best ways to fulfill your pledge.

Total Received: 27371953
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Village Updates

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Fall 2024
Village Construction Update

August 2024 Update

On Friday, July 12, we proudly hosted 77 remarkable young adults who recently graduated from high school and are in foster care. The young adults explored various vendors offering information about colleges, universities, job prospects, and other valuable resources. We provided a delicious barbecue lunch and celebrated their achievements with a special ceremony where they received a certificate. We provided them with gifts and we also gave away five cars through the Cars Ministry. The feedback from the young adults, vendors, and participating agencies has been overwhelmingly positive. We are grateful for the opportunity to be a light to these young adults who have faced so much adversity.

June 2024 Update

Over the last several weeks, we have witnessed the shift of literal tons of dirt as we make way for The Village’s building foundations. Our hearts are reminded of Jesus’ words in Matthew 7:24: “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.”

May 2024 Update

The soil is being tilled, church family! As this process begins, we look ahead in joyful anticipation of both the physical and spiritual harvests that are to come.

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April 29, 2024 Update

April 2024 Update

Big equipment has arrived on site as we prepare to move an inordinate amount of dirt. Interior trees are being removed as we make way for the changes ahead - for every tree removed, we plan to plant two in its place.

April 2024 Update

Before we go up, we must go down. Soon you will see trenches being dug to bury these pipes that will hold the new electrical and fiber being run.

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April 2024
The Village Update

Before we can go up, we must go down! Soon enough, you will see trenches being dug to hold the pipes that will contain the Village’s new fiber and electrical.

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December 2023
The Village Update

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November 2023
The Village Update

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The Village Groundbreaking
10 Year Celebration

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September 2023
The Village Update

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Sermon 2022
The Village at COTC

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Sermon 2021
Intro to the Village

City Friends is our ministry serving families and children with special needs by creating a community for these families to be celebrated, encouraged, and renewed. We are committed to partnering with families to ensure a safe and welcoming environment, complete with sensory friendly activities and spaces, trained volunteers, and experienced staff.

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The Village Initiatives

Community Care Center
As issues of mental health continue to rise in our culture, it’s our hope that the Community Care Center will provide critical support and resources that help turn the tide for those who are most vulnerable in our city.
Cars Ministry
The heart of our CARS ministry is to provide struggling families with reliable transportation. Before giving them away, we ensure the vehicles are detailed and fully functioning. We have witnessed firsthand the difference this can make in helping a family achieve financial stability and safety. Through The Village, we hope to increase our ability to receive and donate vehicles to those in need.
Safe House
When a child must be removed from their home, the process can be severely overwhelming and disorienting. Our prayer for The Village House is that it will be a safe respite for these kids as they await placement in foster care.
Wrap Around Center
The aim of the Wrap Around Center will be to provide support, resources and services to foster families as they receive a placement. If we can quickly meet the tangible needs of our foster families, our hope is that vulnerable children will be able to more quickly settle into their new homes. 
Food Court & Community Garden
We hope to provide training and opportunities for income generation for kids as they age out of the foster care system. Through the Village Food Court and Community Garden, eligible young adults will have a chance for employment as they take steps toward an independent future.

Frequently Asked Questions

The five issues we are helping
The five initiatives of the village
The best ways to fulfill your pledge
When will we break ground?
What happens if we don't meet or if we exceed the goal?
What are the ongoing operational costs?
How can I get involved with staffing or volunteer opportunities?
Will The Village be serving needs beyond the 5 specific issues?
I own or work for a company that is interested in contributing materials or supplies to The Village project.
Kids aging out of the foster care system is a broad issue with many implications. What are some of the other ways The Village will be helping these young adults?
Our Pursuits
As a church, these are the four ways that we intend to live out our mission.

Presence
of God

We pursue the presence of God through individual and communal spiritual practices.

Formation
of People

We pursue deep change through transformational discipleship focusing on growth and healing.

Unity
of the Church

We pursue the unity of the church family across racial, political, generational, and economic divides.

Flourishing
of the City

We pursue the spiritual, social, and cultural flourishing of our city.