The church has also grown in its youth ministry. Kevin Jennings was added as music and youth pastor during the past year. The church has an active group of young people and will have 17 youth attending church camp this summer. A part-time secretary was also hired. Rev. Barnett feels that the Lord led him to Glad Tidings and the Shawnee area and that God has definitely given him and his wife a vision that matches the congregation's vision to move forward for the future generations.
Future plans consist of building a new sanctuary, offices, classrooms and later a gym.
The church is looking for 7 to 10 acres on which to build.