Now through February 2027, we are going Beyond: For the Sake of Others to raise $25,000.
It is an opportunity for us, as a church, to make an even greater impact in the lives of others in 2027.

We are asking each of you to join us in praying and asking God what He would have you give over and above your regular tithes and offerings to help us go BEYOND in 2027.

Blue Ash Church doesn't exist simply for the people who attend Blue Ash Church. We exist to make disciples who GO to the missing, LOVE the marginalized, and LIVE as God's kids. the mission of the church was never intended to be confined to a building or a Sunday morning.

In Acts 1:8, Jesus tells His followers that when the Holy Spirit comes upon them, they will receive power to be His witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. Jesus was calling them to go beyond what was familiar. Beyond the places where they were comfortable. Beyond the people they already knew.

And that's the heart behind BEYOND. We want to look beyond ourselves, beyond our walls, and beyond Sunday mornings, beyond our neighborhoods, beyond what we see, to see what God might do through us. 

Here is how we plan to go BEYOND:

• Beyond Our Walls — $7,500
  We continue to deepen our relationship with Operation Give Back. Through this partnership, we have opportunities to serve families right here in our community, meet practical needs, and remind people they are not alone.  It might seem simple, but something as ordinary as a warm blanket can communicate something powerful.  You matter.  You’re seen.  You’re not forgotten.  

  Through BEYOND, we want to provide approximately 300 blankets and invest an additional $5,000 to continue to support OGB and the families they serve.  
  

• Beyond Our Neighborhood — $5,000
  Our mission doesn't stop at the boundaries of Blue Ash. Jesus calls us to GO to the missing and LOVE the marginalized, wherever they might be.  And in 2027, we want to be even more intentional about living that out.  

  Through BEYOND, we want to strengthen our local and global outreach.  We want to grow those initiatives by committing to a monthly outreach effort and our commitment to serving others. That means creating more opportunities for us, as a church, to step outside our normal routines, build relationships, meet needs, and share the love of Jesus.

  The Great Commission isn't simply something we're called to believe. It's something we're called to live. And when we give, we help make ministry possible in places we may never go and in the lives of people we may never personally meet.

  That's what it means to go beyond our neighborhood.
  

• Beyond the Difficult Moments — $5,000
  We also want to set aside $5,000 to help people navigate some of life’s most difficult circumstances through benevolence. Sometimes people walk through seasons they never expected. A financial crisis. A marriage that's struggling. A family facing overwhelming circumstances.

  We want to be the kind of church that doesn't simply say, "We'll pray for you," people need more than words

  They know we're going to pray.  But when we're able, we also want to come alongside people in practical ways. We want to help carry their burdens. We want to offer people an opportunity to experience the love of Jesus through the way we care for one another.

  Sometimes the most powerful way we can share God’s love is by showing up when someone needs us the most.  
  

• Beyond Sunday — $5,000
  As we've been praying and planning for 2027, we've been asking an important question: What does it really look like to make disciples?

  Not simply to get people to attend church. Not simply to help people know more about Jesus. But to help people increasingly become more like Him.

  Following Jesus is about so much more than what happens on Sunday morning. It’s about how we live Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. It’s about our relationships, decisions, priorities, and the way we live and serve others.  

  In 2027, we want to invest in resources and opportunities for new believers, discipleship training, and experiences that help people learn to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do as Jesus did.

  We want to help people move beyond simply knowing about Jesus to trust Him and follow Him in every area of their lives. And we want to create opportunities for people to grow together, because we believe life change happens best in relationships. Our goal isn't simply more people attending church. It's more people becoming like Jesus. And we want to help people take their next faithful step.
  

• Beyond What We Can See — $2,500
  Finally, we want to set aside $2,500 for opportunities we may not even know about yet. Because one thing we’ve learned is that we can’t know when God may open a door we weren't expecting. A need arises. A new opportunity to serve presents itself. A relationship develops. And in those moments, we want to be ready to respond.

  We don't want to be so focused on our own plans that we miss what God might be inviting us into. We want to have open hands and be ready to say yes. Even when we don't know exactly what that yes might look like today.

The BEYOND offering isn't about what we want from you, it's about what we want for people. We want families to experience compassion. We want people facing difficult circumstances to find hope. We want people who don't know Jesus to discover Him. And we want people who already follow Jesus to continue becoming more like Him.

That’s what BEYOND is really about. It’s not about raising $25,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Much Should I Give?

Since the goal is $25,000, this Beyond offering will involve everyone. None of us can accomplish all of that on our own; but together, we can make a meaningful difference. Please prayerfully consider a sacrificial gift that will stretch your faith.  The precise amount you give is between you and God. Many in our church can give a $50, $500, $5,000 or even a $10,000 gift. Others will be able to give between $10 and $500. The challenge is not equal giving, but equal sacrifice. What amount can you give that will stretch your faith?

Can I Give Online, Via Bank Check, Through My Auto-Debit or Credit Card?

Yes to all.  You can give online here, simply select ”Beyond: For the Sake of Others” under the drop-down menu. Likewise, you can use your bank’s online payment option to send a check directly to the church office. Again, simply mark in the memo area that your gift is for the Beyond Offering.

Are My Gifts Tax-Deductible?

All gifts to Blue Ash Church, whether via the regular offering or this Beyond offering, are completely tax-deductible. Your gift will be deductible in the tax year given (i.e. gifts given in 2026 will be deductible on your 2026 taxes).   Please be sure to include your name and address when you give so that a receipt can be sent to you for your tax preparations. You are not required to utilize a tax-deduction for your gift, but it is available for all gifts.

How Did We Arrive at a $25,000 Goal?

The $25,000 goal for our Beyond offering was prayed over by our Elder Board and our Staff. It is a God-sized goal that can only be accomplished through 100% participation and sacrificial giving by the generosity of those that call Blue Ash Church home. We are prayerfully expecting God to bless this year's Beyond offering. Should generosity exceed our goal, all additional funds will be divided equally between Missions and Ministry Advancement, allowing us to extend our impact even further.

Have additional questions? Please contact Andy Rainey at rainey@blueashchurch.com or call the church line at 513-549-0565.