The building they meet in is over 100 years old and is stunning! The room is a large square with a vaulted wooden ceiling. The altar is set into a corner flanked by a pipe organ and a wall sized stained glass window. Speaking with one of the volunteers following the service I learned that the monthly heating and electrical costs are $3000 causing much stress on the congregation and giving some of them a reason to build a new church (I suggested investing in energy efficient alternatives).
Choruses and hymns were sang with the aid of PowerPoint, a piano and drums. An offering and children’s story preceded the sermon on listening to God. The church is looking for a pastor as their pastor of 20 years retired. Two elderly women shared a song and then communion was shared by the passing of bread and grape juice.
I was greeted by Bruce, Gary, and Merton when I walked in and following the service I saw Danny, Merle and Richard all from that first team of men. Thanks for the blessing guys!
Dan the Man
Our church is changing our oil furnace for a natural gas one this summer. We'll probably save 3-4K per year on the spread of efficiency as well as fuel costs. With rebate from the gas company, payback is 2-3 years.
Much better payback than building a new building.