Phase 4 - Sanctuary Renovations
Information relating to our phase 4 renovations of our Sanctuary
You Voted Yes
The votes are in, and 94% voted “Yes” to proceed with raising funds for our Worship Center renovation.
Of the 362 ballots cast, by members present Sunday, October 6th, 340 were “yes”, and 22 were “no”. Now we begin the process of raising the $1,639,800 that is needed to update our worship center. A “renovation” designation is now open, and a “give to renovations” button has been added to our website. Let’s all begin praying about how we can be part of this historical moment in our church’s history. Whether it is a one-time gift, or a weekly/monthly contribution above your tithe; each one of us is an important financial piece of the puzzle at Hopewell. There will not be equal gifts, but there can be equal sacrifice. I believe that we can raise the total amount by Easter Sunday, April 20th, 2025.
I am excited to see how the Lord is going to provide through His church over the next seven months!
Pastor Dave
The Project
· Complete renovation and update of worship center space.
· Consistent and cost-efficient house lighting, updated Theatrical Lighting, Audio, Video display, and streaming capability (Not "American Idol" / Not "High Church" / Consistent with who we are valuing participation over performance).
· Comfortable theater style seating with solid wood pew end caps (facilitates invitation time).
· Baptistry relocation (allows for a more intimate experience).
· Lighten and brighten the room with updated paint, flooring, and stone and wood accents.
The Purpose
· To provide an excellent space where people gather to see and hear the gospel, worship our Savior, follow Him in believer’s baptism, remember His death in the Lord’s supper, celebrate His glorious resurrection, dedicate their children, give, and pray.
· To sharpen the primary tool the Lord has provided to reach our community. We host school concerts and graduations each year, bringing thousands of unchurched people through our doors.
· To fulfill our part in the stewardship of Hopewell’s 216-year legacy of faithful ministry.
The Plan
· Present the vision for renovation on Sunday, September 22nd, 2024 / Announce vote.
· Create a landing page on the church website with pictures, proposed costs, and descriptions of renovation.
· Vote on moving forward on Sunday, October 6th
· Open a giving designation for “Worship Center Renovation”
· Raise all funds needed by April 2025 (7 months). Not equal gifts, equal sacrifice.
· Begin construction by June 2025
· Complete the renovation by September 2025
· Host the 200th Anniversary of the Chattahoochee Baptist Association in October 2025 in our fully renovated worship center.
· When we come in under budget, apply the remaining funds to principle on mortgage.
· Continue aggressively paying down the remaining mortgage and burning the note on Vision Sunday in November 2026, if not sooner.
The Budget
To give towards renovations, simply click the link below, input the amount you wish to give, and select “Building Renovation” as your designated fund. If you have any questions or concerns contact us with the flow below.
