As this newsletter goes to press, the architecture, engineering, and construction teams are checking their work, preparing punchlists, and finalizing details. Some electrical and fire monitoring system work will continue into early March, we believe, and a couple of projects, notably the 11th Street Entrance stairs repair, require reliable warmer weather. Over the next month, […]
February marks a significant change in cadence in the Living Hope renovation project. Much of the actual construction work will look or be complete; in addition to final construction details, we’ll be testing systems like lighting and HVAC controls, receiving inspections, and applying for occupancy permits. By the end of the month, we hope that […]
The January edition of the Living Hope Construction Update is available now, and there are several ways you can read it: online, on your computer, from a copy you print, or from a copy you pick up at the Welcome Center. Elzinga & Volkers provides this monthly newsletter to keep everyone–near or far–informed about progress. Follow […]
On September 18, we collectively appreciated the work completed thus far on our Living Hope facility renovation project. The parking lot is finished, with its final coat of asphalt and striping. The canopy, which both indicates the primary entrance and offers shelter from rain, sleet, and snow, is also complete. Indoors, a walking tour encouraged […]
The September edition of the Living Hope Construction Update is available now, and there are several ways you can read it: online, on your computer, from a copy you print, or from a copy you pick up at the Welcome Center. Elzinga & Volkers, our construction management partners, provides this monthly newsletter to keep everyone–near or far–informed […]
The conclusion of summer coincides with the conclusion of some notable parts of the Living Hope facility renovation project. The new nursery and youth room are very nearly complete, with the exception of the divider that will allow the youth room to be used for two events concurrently. The Commons renovation is complete. And it […]
The August edition of the Living Hope Construction Update is available now, and there are several ways you can read it: online, on your computer, from a copy you print, or from a copy you pick up in the Gathering Area. As part of their communications during the project, Elzinga & Volkers, our construction management partners, provide […]
The third edition of the Living Hope Construction Update is available now, and there are several ways you can read it: online, on your computer, from a copy you print, or from a copy you pick up at the Welcome Center. As part of their communications during the project, Elzinga & Volkers, our construction management partners, provide […]
On Sunday, June 12, 2016, we celebrated the beginning of construction that will provide facilities that are more welcoming, flexible, accessible, and sustainable! (Credit for photos: Greg Olgers) Congregation members signed and wrote blessings on a beam that will be part of the new construction. Singing hymns with new […]
Hope Church has set up a GoFundMe account for further fundraising for the renovations: gofundme.com/2g92xqb8. Please share within your networks with anyone who might be interested in donating! We would be grateful if you would be willing to join us in our mission to make our facility more welcoming, flexible, accessible, and sustainable.