Sanctuary Construction 2001
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In early January, the crane for lifting the steeple arrived at the construction site and the word quickly spread that the steeple was going to go up.  A fairly large crowd, for a work day, gathered to watch the steeple being placed on the church. It was an exciting day, and surpassingly the steeple was placed rather quickly.  Somehow the church looked prouder, if that is possible, and it certainly looked more like a church.

As the months passed, the beauty of the design and the craftsmanship of the work began to reveal itself.  It also became evident that the Worship Committee had done its job in the selection of colors, furniture, appointments, flooring, lighting and everything else.  Thanks Worship Committee.

As with any project of this size, some things did not turn out as envisioned, but the contractor, under the watchful eyes of Phil and John made things right. 

As the time for occupancy drew near it was time for the congregation to pay for the furnishings not included in the contract.  The generosity of the congregation was astonishing.  Funds were raised or donated for every need brought to the congregation's attention...from pews to bibles to hymnals to vestments and any number of other items such as the alter cross, the communion chalice, alter linens, and on and on.   What love and what generosity.

And then one day, it was the 26th of May and the church was ready for worship.  We processed from the modular sanctuary, taking with us the many wonderful memories we had accumulated while we worshipped in it, to the new sanctuary which will serve us for years to come.  It was truly a time of wonder and joy.  There were smiles and hugs all around as friends and family members joined the congregation in almost filling up the sanctuary on the very first Sunday.  The choir did fill the sanctuary with some of the most beautiful music we have ever heard.  The Worship Committee and the Pastor enriched us all by the order of worship and its content.  In short ... it was a splendid day and the culmination of years of work and planning.  Now we have a place that will stand for years to come as a testament to our love of God and our loyalty to him in executing the vision he had for us and gave to us.  May we always serve him with the beauty and dedication evident in this sanctuary.

To see photos of the events  of Consecration Sunday you may use the link under the Facilities Year 2001 above labeled Consecration Sunday, or simply CLICK HERE.

Steeple Crane
Jan 2001

Starting Up
Jan 2001

Higher
Jan 2001

Almost There
Jan 2001

Easy Does It
Jan 2001

Closer
Jan 2001

Sidewalk Superintendents
Jan 2001

Superintendents In Action
Jan 2001

In Place
Jan 2001

Robert With Cross
Jan 2001

High Up Inside
Jan 2001

Steeple In Place
Jan 2001

Visitors After Church
Feb 2001

Looking Up
Feb 2001

That Is Not An Osprey Bebe
Feb 2001

Changing Light Bulbs?
Feb 2001

Exterior
Late Feb 2001

St. Andrew Peepers
March 2001

From Pulpit Looking South
Mar 2001

Lights Up
Mar 2001

Light Detail
Mar 2001

Front Porch Going On
Mar 2001

Porch On
Apr 2001

Side View With Shutters
May 2001

Ready For Sod
May 2001

Tile Down
May 2001

Smiles All Around
May 2001

Robert's Place But No Sound
May 2001

Tile Down Paint On
May 6 2001

Pews In
May 18 2001

From the Choir Room
May 18 2001

Ushers Practice Note Pew Caps
May 22 2001

Alter Area
May

Ready for Worship

From The Lectern
May 26 2001

The Alter
May 26 2001