What Is the Church’s Role, in a Changing Lake County, FL?

Some Lake County cities are growing fast. New homes, new schools, and new families are moving in every month. But with rising growth comes a deepening need. Many give little thought to the changes happening around them. Their main concern is their own lives, their routines, their schedules, and their families.

But for others, these changes raise deeper questions: What kind of neighbors will move in?
How will this growth affect the culture of our city? Will Clermont, Minneola, Groveland, and the surrounding areas feel too crowded or too unfamiliar as diverse cultures converge?

As a pastor and as someone who genuinely loves these communities, I often reflect on a simple but urgent question, what is the deepening need in our communities as we grow?

Many would answer: more outreach, more sports leagues, or more after-school programs. And to be clear, those things matter. They meet important practical needs. But are they truly addressing the deepest need of our neighbors? Are they cultivating the kind of wholeness, belonging, and transformation that people are longing for?

At the beginning of August, our core team gathered for a special weekend retreat, an intentional time set apart to grow in unity, encourage one another, and seek God’s direction for the months ahead. It was a weekend filled with meaningful moments, where God’s presence was evident in every session, conversation, and shared story. Together, we dreamed about how to reach our community with creativity and compassion. The group’s ideas and presentations reminded us that there are fresh, creative, and intentional ways to connect with people and show the love of Jesus beyond the walls of the church.

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God is moving in powerful ways as we prepare to launch in just over two months! People who haven’t stepped into church in years are saying, “We’ll be at your first service.” See how God is providing and how you can be part of the story.

Since we started this journey, we’ve had a front-row seat to God’s faithfulness. Recently, He showed up in a mighty way, and I wanted to celebrate that with you.

🌍 The world feels like it’s unraveling—wars, riots, division, and fear at every turn.

But Scripture reminds us: our peace doesn’t come from predicting headlines or placing hope in political outcomes. Our peace comes from Christ, who reigns now.

In times of uncertainty, we are not called to panic, but to pray. Not called to fear, but to fix our eyes on Jesus. The world may shake—but His kingdom never will.

Big things are happening at Fuente de Esperanza. This month, we’ve gathered to worship, opened God’s Word, and witnessed Him lay the foundation for something lasting.

Now—an exciting door has opened. As we move closer to launch, we’re inviting you to be part of what’s unfolding in Clermont and Groveland.

👀 Take a look at what’s ahead and how you can help us get ready.

📚 Quiet but powerful momentum.

Over the past month, God has been deepening the roots of Fuente de Esperanza—through study, prayer, and Spirit-led conversations. As we move closer to launch, the groundwork is being laid not just in strategy, but in people.

We’re seeing growth. We’re seeing unity. And we’re almost there.

👀 Take a look at where we are, what we’re praying for, and how you can join us in this final stretch.