2027 / Annual Vision / John 15:1–5

CUT
DIFFERENT.

THE YEAR OF RENEWAL

Same vine. New growth. God is renewing us so that we can bear more fruit.

One church. Four seasons. One shared vision.Scroll to discover ↓
Our biblical foundation / John 15:2 NLT
“He prunes the branches that do bear fruit so they will produce even more.”
John 15:1–5 / Abide. Renew. Bear fruit.
01 / The vision

One vision.
Two expressions.

“Cut Different” captures attention. “The Year of Renewal” communicates the vision. Together they tell one story of deeper connection with Christ and greater fruitfulness.

CUT DIFFERENT

Our bold creative expression for storytelling, invitations, cultural connection and young adult engagement.

THE YEAR OF RENEWAL

Our overarching pastoral vision for Council conversations, ministry alignment, teaching and discipleship.

JOHN 15:1–5

God is the Gardener, Jesus is the true vine, and renewal comes through pruning and abiding in Him.

ONE MESSAGE

God is renewing us so that we can bear more fruit.

Pruned for a purpose

Less noise.
More fruit.

Every prayer, every gathering, every moment of discipleship and every act of service becomes another opportunity to grow closer to Jesus.

03 / Vision parties

Three moments.
One vision.

Churchwide conversations to celebrate progress, hear from our community and activate the next season of renewal.

01 / VIRTUAL

We begin
together.

January 31 · Evening

Online, churchwide Vision Party following the annual vision reveal.

02 / SPRING

We focus
together.

May 12, 19 & 26

May 12 / Fishers
May 19 / Cooper Road
May 26 / Arlington Woods

03 / FALL

We grow
together.

October 6, 13 & 20

October 6 / Fishers
October 13 / Cooper Road
October 20 / Arlington Woods

Celebrate growthConnect honestlyPreview the seasonActivate the vision

Three opportunities means one virtual, one spring series across campuses, and one fall series across campuses.

04 / Staff culture and alignment

HeartPour.

A purposeful space for Pastor Jay to share his heart, hear the staff's heart, celebrate the team and strengthen our shared direction.

01. HearHear the pastor's heart, vision and expectations.
02. ShareMake space for honest questions and feedback.
03. AlignConnect vision to our culture and daily work.
04. HonorShow appreciation through genuine hospitality.

JANUARY 22–28 / EXACT DATE TO BE CONFIRMED

Pastor Jeffrey A. Johnson II, Eastern Star Church
05 / 2027 master ministry calendar

The year in
motion.

Select a quarter to explore the existing ministry gatherings that give expression to the vision of renewal.

Renew Our Worship

JANUARY–MARCH

January

Jan 11–31
21 Days of PrayerFifth Sunday finale
Jan 22–28
HeartPourStaff gathering; exact date TBD
Jan 31
Fifth Sunday WorshipCulmination of 21 Days of Prayer
Jan 31 · evening
Virtual Vision PartyChurchwide online
January · TBD
Council vision conversationDate to be confirmed

February

Feb 3–Mar 17
I Love My Church7-week online Bible study with Pastor Jay
Feb 21
Guest preacherSpeaker TBD

March

Mar 17
I Love My ChurchFinal session
Mar 21
Palm SundayPastor Tolan Morgan
Mar 24
Road to Resurrection RevivalRev. Allison Henderson Brooks / Arlington Woods
Mar 26 · noon
Good Friday ServiceArlington Woods
Mar 28
Easter SundayResurrection worship
TBD
Seven Last SayingsDigital presentation
Mar 29–Apr 4
The Week of Silence

Working ministry calendar sourced from Rough 2027. Proposed events, speakers, dates and locations are subject to confirmation. The calendar supports current ministry programming and does not establish additional events.

06 / The foundation

Who we are.
How we live.

Our vision

Growing people to love like Jesus.

Our mission

Forming followers of Jesus to love God, love people, and live to serve.

Matthew 28:18–20

Christ-Centered

We root our work in the teachings and love of Jesus Christ.

Multi-Generational

We honor and nurture every generation.

Spirit-Led Innovation

We embrace creativity and boldness.

Faithful Excellence

We honor God’s plan.

Love & Unity

We serve generously and care deeply.

07 / Culture commitments

Faith lived.
Every day.

Our shared culture gives the vision of renewal practical expression through the way we worship, serve, relate and work.

Worship

Jesus Above Everything

I honor Jesus with my whole life, putting Him first in my priorities, decisions, and daily actions.

Colossians 1:18
Discipleship

I Live the Word

I continually grow in my relationship with Jesus by learning His Word, applying His teachings, and becoming more like Him.

James 1:22
Service

My Faith Takes Action

I follow the example of Jesus by using my gifts, time, and abilities to meet needs and make a difference in the lives of others.

Mark 10:45
Fellowship

We Grow Together

I intentionally build meaningful relationships, encourage others, and stay connected to a community where we grow stronger in faith together.

Hebrews 10:24–25
Generosity

I Give with Gratitude

I recognize that everything I have belongs to God, and I joyfully share my time, talents, and resources to advance His Kingdom.

1 Chronicles 29:14
08 / Implementation principles

Amplify.
Don't add.

01 / COMMUNICATION

Match the
audience.

Use Cut Different for creative storytelling and young adult engagement. Use The Year of Renewal for pastoral, Council and leadership settings.

02 / PROGRAMMING

Build on
what exists.

Let worship, Bible study, summer, legacy, revival and staff moments communicate the message. Do not add another programming layer.

03 / STEWARDSHIP

Confirm
the details.

Validate tentative dates and speakers before public communication. Consider discipleship cadence, volunteer recruitment and appreciation as open planning items.

2027 / Eastern Star Church

Renewed to bear more fruit.

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