Our Plan

Thanks to the generosity of two local foundations, an individual donor, and the significant fundraising efforts of our members and volunteers, the restoration of the church interior is complete.  We have been able to restore the interior of the church to what it was in 1811 as well as upgrade the heating system from radiant heaters to an energy efficient HVAC system that will both heat and cool the building. Additionally, we were able to improve the accessibility to the attached hall by installing a ramp and door to the hall from inside the church. 

Our focus is now on the complete restoration of the attached hall. It will be done in phases with the first phase being the installation of a new roof, which was completed in 2024.  The second and final phase will be the restoration and renovation of the hall itself.  When completed, the Food Bank will be relocated from inside the church to the hall. The hall will also contain space for community groups, a small kitchen, space for community meals, support groups, and children's programs. The  interior will be designed to be flexible in order to accommodate the needs of the community. The church will then revert to being a public facility available for concerts, public meetings, and events marking any of life's passages regardless of race, denomination or sexual orientation. Last but not least, the property at the rear of the hall will provide a park-like setting for a children's play area and perhaps a small picnic area.