The Lord Builds

Now that we’re almost complete with the stucco and stained glass repair project, what’s next? Here are some of the things the Renovations Committee is working on right now and for the next several months:

• We’re finalizing colors for a repaint of the inside of the church. The worship center, lobby, office hallways and Preschool entrance will all be repainted.  We’ll be revealing the color selection here in the next few days.
• We’re looking into what to do with the projection system in the church. The committee agrees that the center screen is not adequate aesthetically or functionally. The screen blocks the cross and the image is too light because of an aging projector and ambient light. There are two serious options being considered, both of which would move the projection to two screens on either side of the worship center, where the dove and alpha/omega plaques are now.
• We need to sound proof the gym to get some better acoustics and add a sound system that’s “flip a switch and use”.
• We’re spending some time with the basement design make it the best it can be. We expect the major functions and core values for the space to remain unchanged, but we’re exploring some detail changes to make it more functional. We’re also looking into the costs/savings of a new boiler and hot water system.

As always, we invite your feedback. If you see something that needs repair or have an idea to pass along, please post it in the comments or let someone on the committee know.

The Gymnasium, set up for the Confirmation banquet.

Major: Sporting Events

Minor: Kingdom Quest, Large Events, Food Service

What’s it used for?

• Kingdom Quest (1st – 5th Grade Sunday School)
• Youth Advantage Basketball.
• Other basketball leagues.
• Wednesday night volleyball.
• Preschool indoor playground/activity time.
• Vacation Bible School.

What are the challenges?

• Sunlight from the windows makes seeing balls difficult, which could lead to injury.
• Sunlight washes out video projection in certain areas.
• Poor acoustics.
• Inadequate lighting for special events.
• No permanent sound system.

What’s the vision?

• Add method for blocking light from coming in the windows for events needing less sunlight.
• Add sound dampening material to improve acoustics.
• Install sound system that is ready to be used after flipping a few switches to turn it on.
• Add additional lighting that can be used for special events.

The Hall of Joy, between main office hallway and gym.

Major: Entry to Gym, Restrooms

Minor: Small Gathering Area

What’s it used for?

• Kingdom Quest opening activities.
• Waiting area for the Gym.
• Confirmation banquet appetizers.

What are the challenges?

• None at this time.

What’s the vision?

• Touch up wallpaper and paint as needed.

Mercy, set up for Everyday Faith: My Bible

Half wall in Mercy, facing Hall of Joy

Hall of Joy, as seen from Mercy

Major: Classroom

Minor: Meetings, Small Meals

What’s it used for?

• Bible classes on Sunday morning.
• Meetings during the week.

What are the challenges?

• Because of the half wall facing the Hall of Joy, sound carries up from the Hall of Joy into Mercy, which interferes with classes and meetings in Mercy when the Gym is in use.

What’s the vision?

• Add sound dampening to half wall while maintaining “mezzanine” status of room for fire code.