Why is the church here? What is God’s purpose and hope for this body of believers who trust Jesus as Savior and Lord? As we begin this new year, this is an opportune time to lift our mission and ministry and to diligently seek God’s will for us, starting with a focus on the church’s current health and vitality. Vision is a powerful, driving force and for God’s people to be effective, we must have a clear understanding of his vision for us.