$300,000.00 Capital Campaign –
Fortifying our Foundation for the Future

In 2021, the Congregation appointed a Long Range Planning Committee to survey and implement a Capital Campaign to repair, replace, or purchase new items for our church building and grounds that you would like considered for at least the next 10 years.

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SANCTUARY REPAIRS SCHEDULED – JANUARY 2024

Repairs to the Sanctuary ceiling and walls will begin January 2024 at a projected cost of $27,000.00. Workers will repair and replace sections of the tin ceiling, reconstruct water damaged tiles, restore the pealing plasterwork on the walls, and clean. The ceiling will be painted white, before the walls are painted. It is projected to take three to four weeks to complete the repairs.
The Sanctuary will be CLOSED during renovations. Worship will be held in Holmer Hall (first-floor parlor).

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AIR CONDITIONING REPAIRS (SANCTUARY) COMPLETED – 2022

Lightening or an electrical surge has disrupted power to the Sanctuary air-conditioning unit and burned out several critical components. Thankfully, no one was hurt, and the church building did not sustain any significant damage! The Church Council had a special meeting on Friday, August 5, 2022, to approve emergency repairs to the electrical system and the a.c. unit, pending an insurance claim.

Repairs to the Sanctuary air conditioner have started Wednesday, August 17, with the arrival of parts, good weather, workmen, and the crane. The Council approved emergency repairs to the electrical and HVAC system and started investigations into costs and lead time for replacing the unit. Current supply chain restrictions estimate that it may take 22-30 weeks to order and receive a new unit. The Church Council will keep the congregation informed of any developments.

TOWER PARAPET REPAIRS COMPLETED – July 2022

Modern Masonry has dismantled and rebuilt the two tower parapets (a low protective wall along the edge of a roof, bridge, or balcony). Old brickwork was torn down, and new bricks with capstones were installed. Cost: $30,000.00.

PARKING LOT (North) & SIDEWALKS COMPLETED – May 2022

S&S Concrete has started the Capital Campaign improvements to the sidewalks and parking lot at West Side Baptist Church. Please watch your step…and park in the west lot. Construction will continue for the next several weeks as we replace the North Parking lots. Call the Church Office with questions at (785) 233-4241