Time Pieces

 

 

Our Vision for the Future

Atonement's Congregational Council and Pastoral Staff have spent a great deal of time discussing and praying about the right solution to our space concerns.  We recently engaged a Christian consulting firm named "Kairos" to advise us on an appropriate means for addressing this issue.  Kairos is the Greek word that means "now is the time."

Following this consultation, that is exactly our collective conclusion and recommendation -- If we are to realize our full potential for Atonement’s ministries, now is the time to address our long-standing space constraints.  As found in Ecclesiastes 3:3 -- it is A Time to Build Up!

 

Scope of Our Construction Project

The Construction Committee has recommended the following:

 Included in Phase 1

  • Expansion of the Gathering Place to include more meeting areas and improve traffic flow
  • Erection of a 2 story addition to the east of the sanctuary that will include offices and meeting rooms, music rehearsal and storage areas and a new meditation room 
  • Building a new parking lot
  • Modifying the existing office space in the west to accommodate meeting/classroom needs
  • Improving the grading and drainage on our site
  • Building the attractive tower to the west of the Gathering Place
  • Furnishing of the meditation room
  • Creation of the north terrace outside the Gathering Place

  Modified in Phase 1

  • Lower furniture expenses and interior design cost
  • Select millwork reductions in less visible areas
  • Value engineered lighting package
  • Simplified HVAC system
  • Limited exterior landscaping

Deferred to Phase 2

  • Removal of the sanctuary balcony
  • Remodeling of the kitchen and Fellowship Hall

The Construction Committee and MB Real Estate believe this version of Phase 1 can be completed for approximately $5 million. 

What's Next?

Spring 2010 - What's Happening Now?

 

First of all, we are on schedule to receive our June Occupancy Permit and our project is on time and within budget! The roofing on the addition is now watertight which gives the interior build out the full green light to proceed without interruption due to inclement weather.

Now clearly visible, the tower cross has been installed and looks great. Once the aluminum framing, glass and backlighting is in place, it will really look impressive.

The exterior brick masonry and associated window installation is complete as is the stone masonry on the tower. The remaining stonework (on the terrace), drywall, mechanicals, electrical and plumbing on both levels are proceeding on schedule with the kitchen equipment to be reinstalled shortly thereafter.

Floor tile and carpets have been selected and ordered.

Inside the sanctuary, fellowship hall and other areas, the installation of the fire sprinkler system is also nearing completion.

As spring approaches we can look forward to the reduction of the dirt piles along Lake Cook Road as the earth work is resumed to make ready for the parking lot, final sidewalk work and landscaping.

The attached document is a brief list of gifting techniques which may be used. Many can be used together to structure a personal gifting plan for the donor. Read More
Giving

 

Giving to Date

# of Commitments Received:                     164

Total Commitments Received:                   $2,716,587

Total Contributions Received                      $1,879,513

 

 

Thank you to all who have so generously responded with their prayers and financial gifts. Our goal is to have every family participate and it is never too late to make a commitment. Recently, we have taken our first draw from our construction loan.  So, if you are prepared to make a commitment, increase your commitment, or fulfill your existing commitment, please do so as soon as possible in order to minimize future borrowing and interest this year.  Thanks be to God as He continues to lead us through each and every phase of this process.

 

Questions?

Contact one of the Capital Appeal Advisory Team Members or send an e-mail to the Capital Team

 
 

Capital Appeal Advisory Team 

Jean & Steve Gallo          847-381-5236

Kathy & Jim Murphy        847-304-5605

Sandy Hasse                   847-525-8004

Mary Taylor                    847-382-0111

Pastor Don Wink             847-381-0243

 

 

 

 

 

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