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Renovated Chancel and Sanctuary Design includes:


 


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April 2007 Revisions to
Floor Plan:

  • Skylight eliminated

  • New pews installed throughout nave

  • Wall treatments cherry wood

 

 

   
  • Expanded chancel will increase flexibility and unite the chancel with the congregation
     
  • New central, visible baptismal font
     
  • Handicap access to the chancel
     
  • New angled pulpit with handicap accessibility
     
  • New communion table
     
  • Suspended cross
     
  • New and expanded organ will be located on the main axis of the room allowing it to speak directly toward the congregation
     
  • Movable organ console for special services and concerts
     
  • Choir seating will face the congregation and can be arranged to accommodate worship services, special pageants and concerts. The back row can accommodate the bell tables
     
  • Movable seats in the first seven rows of the congregation will improve flexibility; new curved pews in remainder of the nave
     
  • Improved lighting will provide better visibility for those in the pews, create ambiance for special services as well as focus on important areas in the chancel
     
  • Updated sound system will allow all to hear clearly everywhere in the sanctuary
     
  • Improved acoustics will enhance the feeling of community and encourage congregational singing
     

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