"If only we had a million dollars!" Last night the Property Committee met and talked about ongoing projects at church as well as rehashing some of our dreams. The one real concrete plan is already in the planning stages. In the fall or winter of 2008 we hope to begin construction on a new kitchen at church. Once we get some plans drawn up we will begin raising money for the project.
Yet every time we get together we talk about the mundane as well as the exciting things that could be done if only we had the resources. The mundane include putting a new roof on the church. We figure we are good for another 8- 10 years but we have been losing some shingles. The steep pitch of the roof makes it difficult to repair and also must make it easier for the shingles to separate right now. Randy and Mark have been replacing the shingles as needed right now. We all agreed that wen the time comes it will not be a glamorous project and could cost upwards of $100, 000.
My wishlist includes sound and lighting in the sanctuary. Back in 1995 we had a Miracle Sunday where we raised $30,000 to paint the sanctuary and upgrade the lighting and sound. The paint has lasted but we have outgrown the sound system. We are also using some audio visual on a regular basis and it would be nice to hardwire something in. One sound expert said a sound system lasts about a dozen years and if that is true, then it is time. We have added the Praise team since the last upgrade and could use a CD burner to the system. Canned lighting to add light might also help if it was done properly.
We have also dreamed about adding a second floor to the chapel. Our men think they could do a lot of the work but it would take money for us to buy the materials. Imagine having more classrooms and space for our kids and programs!
We are talking about putting up that smoke proof room around the furnace. It has been in the talking stage since 1996. We might actually be forced to do it this year because of the work we are doing in the kitchen. This is a job that is all about safety.
Our ladies have begun their gardening again. We have some money available for them, but wouldn't it be nice to fund the project every year. We have also talked about reseeding the lawn. It is in rough shape. What a difference it would make.
The truth is that we have a beautiful building. God has blessed us. There will always be something that needs to be done and we will continue to dream. God has always found a way for us to fund the important things and I am sure he will find a way for these projects to get done.
Cal
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