When our church moved into Old West Tampa, we knew that this area was on the radar for redevelopment by the City of Tampa. While the government seeks to change the physical appearance of the area, it's more than a physical change that is needed here: hearts and minds must transform for real and lasting change to take root. Bringing the pauper into the palace might change his outward appearance, but he doesn't become the prince until his thoughts and beliefs line up. But THIS is our Lord's specialty, and this is the work He's given us to do here in West Tampa.
This Spring, God is reminding people across West Tampa and beyond of their past experiences with Him. From early memories of attending church, the prayers of their grandparents and even professions of faith from long ago—God is bringing these back to memory in this season. Though families might have moved away from the Lord in the past, this Resurrection Sunday (Easter), God will be showing up in their very courtyard offering communion and relationship.
On Resurrection Sunday, REVIVE Church will be bringing a live, outdoor worship service filled with the sound of joy and victory into the middle of the West River Apartments. Complete with an egg hunt for the kids, opportunities for baptism and prayer, brunch snacks and treats, this Easter Sunday will offer West Tampa families the chance to worship together in the middle of the West River Apartments’ quad.
Help us make this event happen this Spring with a gift of $50 or $100 to get to our $5,000 goal. We will provide breakfast for 350+ families in the area as well as a full-fledged Easter Egg hunt and more. We will see REVIVAL happen in West Tampa, and this Resurrection Sunday we expect to see lives changed as God touches families and individuals with His goodness and power.
Will you be part of this push to bring the good news of Jesus and His resurrection to West Tampa?
Give to REVIVE West Tampa!