Frequently Asked Questions
Next is a churchwide journey of generosity that prepares us for what God is calling Champion Forest to do in the coming years. It strengthens every campus, expands ministry capacity, and positions our church to reach more people with the gospel locally and globally.
Next is a three-year initiative beginning on Vision Sunday, February 1, 2026. Gifts may be given at any time during this three-year period.
Next includes:
Complete renovation of the Champions Campus Worship Center
New immersive digital audio system with full acoustic treatment
New digital video system with upgraded cameras, screens, and infrastructure
New theater seating, paint, and carpet
Fully redesigned stage optimized for worship and broadcast
Complete house-lighting replacement
New Adult and Kids Building expansion at the North Klein Campus
Including a supporting parking lot to accommodate growth and accessibility
Land for a new campus in the Magnolia region
Land acquisition
Broadcast ministry expansion
Expanding the pulpit ministry of Champion Forest nationally and internationally through global streaming, TV, apps, and digital platforms
International missions and church plants
In partnership with GEM, IMB, and FAMM
We risk plateauing, reacting instead of leading, and failing to create the space needed for the next generation to encounter Jesus.
No. Giving to Next is above and beyond regular tithes and offerings, which support the ongoing ministry of Champion Forest.
March 1, 2026, is Commitment Sunday. On this day, we are asking our church family to:
1. Bring our FIRST and BEST OFFERING toward Next, with a goal of $6 million.
2. Bring our 3-year pledge commitment with a goal of $22 million.
Each household prayerfully asks God what they should give over the next three years. Commitments can be fulfilled weekly, monthly, annually, or in any rhythm that fits your financial plan.
Yes. A commitment reflects faith and intention, not a contract. You may adjust your commitment at any time.
Yes. You may give stocks, real estate, retirement distributions, or other assets.
You can participate anytime by submitting your commitment online, by mail, or at any campus during the following week.
No. Every gift matters. Next is about full participation, not equal amounts. We ask each family to prayerfully give in faith.
Timelines will align with the strength of our FIRST and BEST OFFERING and the total amount pledged. Our plan is to begin the Champions Campus Worship Center renovation right after Easter 2026 and the North Klein Campus Building Expansion in August of 2026.
Next includes a strategic borrowing component that allows essential projects to begin rapidly and be completed wisely. Generous giving reduces long-term borrowing.
Absolutely. Next is a unifying journey for everyone who calls Champion Forest home.
Regular updates will be shared on project progress, financial milestones, and ministry impact. You can also visit next.championforest.org for updates.
Of course! You can fill out the Commitment Card at next.championforest.org/commitment and begin giving through PushPay (our normal giving platform) with the "NEXT" Giving Type selected.
No. It is a statement of intent made in good faith that helps us plan with confidence, but it is not binding.
Only those in our Business Office who need to process the giving information will see your gift and pledge.
This is a unique season of life that may never come our way again, as we invest in the spiritual lives of this generation, future generations, and our region. Be sure to have intentional family discussions and prayer times each week to take full advantage of this moment. Make your First and Best Offering and 3-Year Pledge a family experience.
On your check memo line, or on the envelope of a cash gift, writing one of the following phrases: “Next”, “Capital Campaign”, “Pledge”, or any similar designation will let the church know to direct the gift to this campaign.
No. The NEXT Initiative will not affect this year’s operating budget. Our regular ministry budget remains fully funded and continues as planned. If any debt is incurred as part of this initiative, it would be carried into future years and responsibly built into future budgets. We are committed to stewarding these resources with wisdom, transparency, and long-term financial health in mind.
The Magnolia region is one of the fastest-growing areas in Northwest Houston. Population projections estimate more than 192,000 people in the area by 2035, and reaching that many people will require multiple churches, campuses, and new church plants working together.
From the very beginning of our conversations, we sought counsel from the Tryon Evergreen Baptist Association (TEBA), which serves churches throughout the Magnolia region. Their Executive Director, Roger Yancey, has encouraged us every step of the way and has shared that this area is considered a critical and priority zone for new Kingdom work as the population continues to increase. We had Roger come and share with our NEXT Vision Team toward the very beginning of our meetings together and he wept with joy and gratitude that we were following God’s leading to begin a work in this area. He said he’s been praying for years for a “church like Champion Forest” to come and have a presence in the area.
New churches and new campuses consistently reach new people at a faster rate than established churches. That is why church planting and campus expansion are such important tools for advancing the gospel into growing communities.
We believe God is leading Champion Forest to be part of what He is doing in this region. Our heart is to come alongside existing churches, build strong Kingdom partnerships, and help create more opportunities for people and families to know and follow Jesus. We believe a strong gospel presence in Magnolia will strengthen the entire church community in the region as more people move in.
The new space at our North Klein Campus will more than double our existing Adult Life Group capacity! As this Campus continues to reach more people, we’re excited to continue developing our Campus Master Plan. Between the Next Initiative expansion and the Student Ministry Building (opened in 2024), we are positioned to continue making more disciples.
Specifically, the new expansion will provide 9 Adult Ministry rooms each hour. This space will allow 700 adults to gather in two Life Group hours. In addition, it will provide a large Worship/multi-purpose room for our Kids Ministry. This will allow us to eliminate usage of the portable metal building for children.
Our Campus Master plan, our growth rate and our present giving patterns were taken into consideration in our planning. We believe this expansion is the wisest next step philosophically and financially.
We hope to begin remodeling the Champions Campus WC following Easter (April 2026) and we hope to break ground for the North Klein Campus expansion in August. Each of these start dates depend on our Commitment Sunday outcome (March 1).
Yes, the remodel is expected to take 7 months, which will prevent necessary time to prepare for Christmas Spectacular. Planning an event of this size requires multiple decisions throughout the spring and summer. It is not feasible to make wise decisions with limited information and without a firm completion date.
We are looking forward to celebrating Christmas in a unique and meaningful way this year!
