As you know, treeoflife is planting a church in the Detroit Metro city of Monroe in SE Michigan. The first concept of what would become elevate church came during a time of solitary prayer over two years ago. In that moment, a vision was conceived in the heart of Lead Pastor Adam Davis that is only now beginning to take form.

At first, the thought of planting a church in America surprised Adam so much that he didn’t tell anyone about it for 3 months. Soon, however, it became evident that the thought was divinely orchestrated and he began to talk to his wife & then others about the idea of planting a church in Monroe – a city he’d visited only a handful of times and in which he knew only one family.

God began to unfold to Adam the dire need for mission minded churches in the US at this critical hour in history. The cultural landscape has shifted in a major way & America is now considered a “post-Christian nation” that requires a Bible-based yet fresh expression of Jesus to reach the emerging generations.

Adam & Kristen are first and foremost missionaries, devoting their attention in foreign nations for the past 5 years. That missional DNA is exactly what is needed to be effective in what is now the 5th largest mission field in the world. Never has our nation faced such a challenge in reaching people far from God.

God has put the vision in the hearts of others too. A core team of people have assembled around Adam & Kristen that are passionate about being part of the mission of God to share His love with others and believe God wants to do awesome & even miraculous things in, through, & all around us.

Emily Davis and Justin & Erica Ruess worked with treeoflife for a few years before deciding to leave everything they knew to relocate from one side of Michigan to the other in response to the call to start a church from scratch.

The one family in Monroe Adam & Kristen knew, Dave & Hollie Behnke, immediately joined the group. With no budget and gathering in the Davis home, weekly “formation meetings” began. Another native Monroe family, Adam & Sarah Williams started attending and soon became part of the core team.

In the upcoming pre-launch phase, a team of 35-50 people will be formed for the purpose of facilitating a full scale launch within the year, where we expect 250 people at the first worship experience. With visitors currently attending the various gatherings elevate church hosts each month, having just located a cutting edge venue to gather for worship and with plans to begin regular pre-launch public meetings soon, the momentum and excitement just keeps building.

Q: Can I give a donation amount other than the suggested $250?

Gifts of any amount are welcomed and appreciated. Some will give less than the
suggested $250 while others will give more. We recognize the sacrificial nature of

such a gift and ask that you cheerfully sow the best seed that you are able.

Q: What is the difference between Revolution and PayPal online giving?

Both online giving options are highly reputable, easy to use and have the best
security available online. Both allow you to use credit or debit cards to donate and it
is free for you to do so. The difference is that PayPal charges us a fee to access your
donation (about 3% of the transaction), and Revolution does NOT. In addition,

Revolution is currently offering $25 to anyone who opens a new account with them.

Q: How will the donated money be used?
The following areas are where funds raised through this campaign will be allocated:

Securing a meeting place
Outreach and advertising
Basic technology & software needs
Signage and visibility
Children’s ministry resources

Incorporation and legal fees (as required)
Consulting services

100% of the funds raised will go directly to the establishing of this church plant.
Resources from this campaign will NOT be redirected toward another project.
None of the money will go to cover or supplement staff salaries.

Q: How long does this campaign run?
The campaign will run through July 2008 to give anyone who wants to be a part

ample time to respond. We ask that all gifts be received by the end of July.

Q: Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes. You will receive an official giving statement for the calendar year that will record
your giving to this campaign as well as itemize any other donations to this ministry
through the year. Give it to your tax adviser when submitting your 2008 tax return.

Q: Why do you need my address when I give?
Two reasons: to send your tax deductible giving statement and so we can keep you
updated on the progress of the church plant into which you are investing.

Q: To whom should my check or money order be made out and sent?

Tree of Life P.O. Box 2511 Monroe, MI 48161

Leveraging resources in order to make the highest possible degree of impact is of the utmost importance to us. With our history as a trusted mission organization, we have become masters at maximizing every penny of every dollar given. We are committed to respecting your generosity by using your donation as effectively as possible.