1 BODY CHURCH, INC.
TAMPA, FLORIDA

1 BODY CHURCH, INC., formerly known as The Lakeshore Bible Church Mission, operates under the mission to adhere to the "great commission" (Matthew 28:18-20) by making disciples and baptizing them. Established on November 5, 2009, in Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida, it is legally incorporated as a DOMNP with the filing number N09000010754. The church's mission emphasizes decreasing self-importance to allow for the increase of Jesus among its members rather than promoting human glorification. The organization upholds core values including helping those in need particularly focusing on the persecuted faithful, widows, and orphans while advocating for unity across cultural and ethnic differences (Galatians 3:28). The church promotes a New Covenant theology where adherence to Christ's teachings supersedes Old Covenant laws, with an extended grace to Gentiles. The mission involves global evangelism, emphasizing the dissemination of Gospel and discipleship beyond geographic confines. Financial stewardship is key, promoting sacrificial giving guided by God’s grace aimed at supporting local congregations and aiding those in need. Leadership consists of a plurality of elder men as prescribed in biblical teachings, ensuring balanced oversight with collective decision-making. Leaders Jay Fechtel and Terri Fechtel have significantly contributed since the church's inception. Jay, serving as its President while engaging professionally with his companies, has been actively involved various Christian-based boards and missions, including authoring books on Christianity, financial restoration, and support for persecuted Christians. The mailing address is 3036 W. Bearss Ave, Tampa, FL, 33618, U.S., and more information can be found on their website at lakeshorebiblechurch.com.