What is S.A.V.E.? - Purpose of FDWCI
S = Spiritual Empowerment and Development- This
is achieved by meeting for worship, biblical instructions, outreach,
fellowship and gift administration (John 4:23,24; Acts 2:41-47; Col.
1:27-29; and Titus 2:12-14).
A = Academic Empowerment and Development- This
is achieved through secular and Christian education tutorial programs,
career preparation, and Rites of Passage (Gen. 1:26-31, 2:19,20).
V= Vocational Empowerment and Development- This
is achieved by providing employment, business opportunities,
apprenticeship programs, personal skills training, and encouraging
political involvement (Mat. 25:14-30 and Lk. 19:13).
E= Economic Empowerment and Development- This is achieved through home economics and financial management (Gen. 1:26-31, 2:7, 15, 19-20).
The intent of SAVE is
to discover, coordinate, and invest the resources of the membership
among ourselves, in the body of Christ, in our communities, and in the
world.