The Builder's Club
The Ashland District is one of the fastest growing districts in the
Virginia Conference. In 2008, the Ashland District had the largest
percent increase of church members compared to any other district in the
Virginia Conference. As the suburbs of Northern Virginia move
southward past Fredericksburg, and the Richmond metropolitan area
expands northward, the Ashland District has been given a staggering
opportunity to reach new people with the Good News of God’s love in
Jesus.
Builder’s Club Update
The following congregations have benefited from calls in the past; Epworth, St. Peter’s, Wright’s Chapel, New Song, Wilderness Community, Lebanon, Regester Chapel, Tabernacle, Bethel, Shady Grove (Hanover), Shiloh (Hanover), Providence and Rouzie’s Chapel. Although we have not had a call this year, we are still looking for individuals to help.
You are invited to become a part of this ministry by enrolling in the Ashland District Builder’s Club. We invite you to commit in responding to a minimum of just $ 10.00 three times each calendar year to help new churches build and to help existing churches expand or renovate. To request an enrollment form, please contact the district office at 804/798-1649 or lynnmanley@vaumc.org.
May you continue to be blessed by our Lord in the days to come. David A Kellison, President District Builder’s Club
What is the Builder’s Club?
The Builder’s Club is a group of Laity and Clergy across the Ashland District who has pledged financial support for building new churches, renovating and expanding existing church facilities on the district.
How does the Club raise money?
Two or three times a year, the Builder’s Club will issue a call to its members. When members receive a call letter, they are invited to respond with a donation to the Club.
How much do members give?
We understand. Give what you can, and both you and others will be blessed. Maybe you could give more at the next call.
What if I can’t give what I thought?
There is no minimum or maximum pledge amount. When you join the Club, you are invited to estimate how much you will give at each call. You may not be able to give your pledge amount when you receive a call. Give what you can to help.
How can our church get Club funding?
The District Board of Missions will choose two church projects each year to
receive Builder’s Club funding. Both existing churches and our new
churches in building programs may apply. The pastor and lay leadership of
the church can write to the District Superintendent requesting the Club’s
support. Builder’s Club funding may only be given once the project is
under construction.

