Grant Proposal · 2026
The Church Building Project
A sanctuary, a fellowship hall and a missional training center for Christ the Rock Ministries — a non-denominational church in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, Philippines.
“Follow me, and I will make you become fishers of men.”
Mark 1:17 ESV
Introduction
Christ the Rock Ministries, Inc. — a duly registered non-denominational church in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, Philippines — respectfully submits this proposal for the consideration of prospective partners, donors and grant-making institutions.
The purpose of this proposal is to request funding for the completion of our Church Building Project: a permanent sanctuary, a fellowship hall, and the Antioch Missional Training Center. The project is organized into four phases. Phase 1 has been completed and funded entirely by our own congregation. The three remaining phases require a total of ₱3,017,000 (approximately USD 52,000).
This facility will give our congregation a permanent home for worship and discipleship, provide a gathering place for churches across our city, and establish a training center that equips evangelists, church planters and disciple-makers for the wider region. The pages that follow set out who we are, the ministry we are already conducting, the plans and renderings for the building, and a phase-by-phase breakdown of the funds requested.
Respectfully submitted by Pastor Andrew L. Scribner on behalf of Christ the Rock Ministries, Inc.
From
Christ the Rock Ministries, Inc.
Candu-ay, Dumaguete City 6200
Negros Oriental, Philippines
Regarding
The Church Building Project of Christ the Rock Ministries
Part One
Who we are
We are a non-denominational church focused on making disciples. We exist to speak the truth of Jesus to a city in deep need of Him, and to become worshipful disciples who influence others to follow Christ.
Our mission is to train believers to share Jesus's light in our city and beyond. We evangelize to unbelievers and disciple believers to be Christ's ambassadors, who will in turn teach others to do the same.
Philosophy of Ministry
Grace, and the whole body of Christ at work
We believe in the priesthood of all believers (1 Peter 2:9) — that every Christian is called to proclaim the praises of Him who brought us out of darkness into His marvelous light. We affirm the fivefold ministry of apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers who equip the saints for the work of ministry (Ephesians 4:11–12). At the heart of all we do is the message of Jesus's grace and righteousness.
Great Commission Focus
We train believers to evangelize and make disciples, following the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19–20).
Responsibility of All Believers
We believe in the priesthood of all believers — every Christian is called to share God's light and be active in ministry (1 Peter 2:9).
Active Ministry for Everyone
Everyone can serve, while the fivefold ministry equips the saints for the work of ministry (Ephesians 4:11–12).
Christ-Centered Message
Our message always points to Jesus's grace and righteousness, reflecting His love in all we do (2 Corinthians 5:20).
Equipping for Influence
We influence others through worship and discipleship, sending out ambassadors for Christ in our city and beyond.
Objectives
What we are already doing
Hope for the hopeless
Prison, homeless, boulevard and school feeding ministries — meeting physical needs while introducing the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Clear proclamation of the Gospel
Gospel concerts and outreach events across the city, always paired with a shared meal, because food is a universal need.
Reaching the youth
A para-church youth ministry that disciples young people and trains youth pastors and leaders to pursue the call.
Teaching and discipling believers
Life2Life Discipleship groups for every age, growing spiritual competency and shaping character.
Leadership seminars
Leadership is what our churches most often lack. People know the Gospel but need the skills to lead others in it.
Worship and fellowship events
City-wide worship gatherings that bring congregations and traditions together.
Our ministry in Dumaguete
A church already at work
Part Two
Our building project
Join us as we build a space for worship, real community, outreach, and missional training and mobilization. Beyond our Sunday celebration and regular activities, this building will host a school, a missional mobilization team, a training center, and monthly worship and fellowship for our city.
Building a strong community in Christ takes time — and a place to grow in relationship with God and with each other.
We want to create a distinctive culture of discipleship: a lifestyle of self-denial, cross-carrying and unwavering obedience to Christ that overflows in love for the lost. Our Life2Life Discipleship groups invite people of every age into small groups that raise spiritual competency and shape character.
Our two biggest constraints are time and space. The larger venues we can rent are available only in limited blocks and at real financial cost. This project removes both constraints permanently.
90%
of our youth in discipleship groups this year
75%
of our adults in discipleship groups this year
How the space will be used
Four purposes, one building
Space for Discipleship and Worship
Our current space is too small to hold our members, let alone invite the community in. A phase-by-phase facility gives us room to gather, train leaders, and grow — and to host our own events whenever we choose, without renting.
Space for Fellowship
We will host interchurch fellowship once or twice a month, bringing congregations across Dumaguete together for worship. Before ascending, Jesus prayed “that they may be one.” This space makes that prayer practical.
Antioch Missional Training Center
Not a traditional Bible school. A hands-on center training evangelists, church planters and disciple-makers through practical lessons and practicums.
Center for the Kairos Children's Fund
The building becomes home base for the children's educational fund, hosting seminars and hands-on trainings for children and their parents.
Plans and renderings
What we are building
The ask
Project phases and funding
Phase 1 is complete and fully funded by our own congregation. We are seeking partnership for the three remaining phases, and gifts may be designated to any single phase.
Phase 1
Temporary fellowship hall
- Sunday school room(s) and office
- Serves as the church while the sanctuary is built
- Storage area
Funded
Funded — complete
Phase 2
Groundworks
- Right of way
- Filling and leveling
- Expanded and paved parking area
- Site lighting
₱550,000
Remaining need
Phase 3
Church sanctuary
- Sanctuary and outdoor patio welcome area
- Sports area (basketball and volleyball court)
- Antioch Missional Training Center, initially housed in the sanctuary
₱1,317,000
Remaining need
Phase 4
Second floor
- Dedicated home for the Antioch Missional Training Center
- Conference room, admin office and residential quarters
₱1,150,000
Remaining need
Total remaining need
₱3,017,000