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Northlake Family, As we step into 2025, we do so with deep gratitude and reflection on God’s faithfulness over the past year. It is a privilege to share with you the financial review and summary for Northlake Church’s fiscal year 2024. Your generosity and commitment have allowed us to reach significant milestones in both ministry and mission. 2024 Financial Summary The general operating budget approved by the elders for 2024 was $2,348,000. Actual expenditures totaled $2,476,826.44, exceeding the budgeted amount. This overage was carefully reviewed and approved by the elders and was allocated toward essential facility upgrades, including the enclosure of the outdoor pavilion, the launch of Northlake Español, and additional expenses due to inflation-related increases in utilities, facility upkeep, and improvements. Total general offering contributions for the year amounted to $3,113,175.43. Additionally, Northlake Church received $1,540,619.22 in contributions toward the Becoming a City of God building expansion campaign. As of December 31, 2024, we have received $2,774,899.22 toward the $8.5 million pledge goal, keeping us on track with our projected timeline. Allocation of General Giving The allocation of 2024 general giving is summarized below: 31%: Outside the Walls Kingdom initiatives, including the Northlake Hope Center, church planting efforts, global missions, and community partnerships. 53%: Operational expenses, including staff salaries, utilities, maintenance, and supplies necessary for the church’s daily functioning. 16%: Internal ministries, supporting Children, Students, and all our Adult Ministries. Total Contributions in 2024 The total giving to Northlake Church in 2024—including general offerings and designated contributions to the Becoming a City of God campaign and Northlake Hope Center—reached $4,620,050.58. As of year-end, Northlake Church holds several months of operating expenses in cash reserves, allowing us to effectively manage the annual rhythms of giving and cash flow while maintaining financial stability. 2025 Financial Plan The elders have approved a general operating budget of $2,357,300 for 2025. In addition to sustaining core ministries, they have set aside and allocated specific funding for the operations of the Northlake Hope Center. The 2025 general budget allocations are as follows: 30%: Outside the Walls Kingdom investments, including the Northlake Hope Center, community partnerships, and global Kingdom initiatives. 53%: Church operations and staffing. 17%: Internal ministries, including Children’s Ministry, Student Ministry, and all Adult Ministries. On behalf of the elders and our leadership team, I want to express my deepest appreciation for your faithfulness in giving. Your generosity reflects one of Northlake’s core values: Generosity fuels Kingdom activity. Through your giving, countless lives have been transformed by the hope and love of Christ—both locally and globally. As we look ahead, we recognize both the opportunities and the challenges before us. Meeting them will require a united effort and a steadfast commitment to faithful stewardship. Let us remain steadfast in honoring the Lord in obedience with our resources, knowing that we can never outgive Him. The more generous we are collectively, the greater impact we can make as a church—there is still so much to be done. Thank you for your partnership in advancing the mission of Northlake Church. Together, we are making an eternal impact. May we never weary of living generously, Dean Rohne Elder/Treasurer