Sunday July 12, 2026
For everything there is a season . . . Ecclesiastes 3:1a
Eight weeks ago today, we held our first service in this new location. It’s been a busy season, as we knew it would be. And so, I’m happy to be able to share with you that Phase #1, our Occupancy Phase, is drawing to a close. There are still a few things to be done before we are completely finished. But by God’s grace we are here and learning to live in our new space. Among the tasks still to be completed in Phase #1 are: new AC units in the Sunday School rooms; sound tiles in the Sanctuary; installing the Baptistry; finishing the Office Annex; getting a new sign, and a few other odds and ends. Please pray for our hard workers as they finish up! We will update you on costs in today’s meeting.
So what is next? First, before we move on to any Phase #2, we need to take time to assess what it costs to live in our new building. With that in mind we are gathering information on utility use, etc in order to present a new budget at our Annual Congregational Meeting on August 30. Please pray for this process. We are also working on necessary policy updates for building use, etc, and evaluating what else will need to be addressed.
Second, we want to take a pause on “big” projects for a few months. Many have put in a lot of time and effort getting us to this place. Once our current projects are finished we will step back and, other than necessary repairs, take time to evaluate our next priorities. We need to take our time in order to plan well and evaluate costs before taking additional steps. Among the things we will consider in Phase #2 are: How to address the flow of people in and out of the sanctuary? What about additional bathrooms? What should we do with the space in the back of the sanctuary where the old confessionals are, etc.
Much has been done! More is ahead. God is so Good all the time!
Pastor Scott
