Chicago First Needs a Roof
from First Views Newsletter:
In January 1925 First Church of the Brethren held its first worship service in their current sanctuary. They purchased the church and parsonage from the Presbyterians for $41,250 then spent an additional $25,000 remodeling. That was a fair sum in 1925.
A report recently informed the church that the majestic trusses that lift the sanctuary roof have rotted out at the point where they meet the pillars. Structural engineers are being consulted, a fund raising committee is meeting and prayers are being raised for the church to face an estimated $100,000 costs of repair.
If you are willing to help with this fund you can visit the First Church website at www.firstcob.org or E-mail at firstcob@gmail.com.
Chicago First Church of the Brethren supports many neighborhood programs including tutoring students, a once a month “Math Marathon”, a youth Drumming Corps, scholarships, community garden, Spanish services, etc. First Church is a dynamic force in their Chicago neighborhood.
Don’t let the roof fall in on this historic Church of the Brethren.
In January 1925 First Church of the Brethren held its first worship service in their current sanctuary. They purchased the church and parsonage from the Presbyterians for $41,250 then spent an additional $25,000 remodeling. That was a fair sum in 1925.
A report recently informed the church that the majestic trusses that lift the sanctuary roof have rotted out at the point where they meet the pillars. Structural engineers are being consulted, a fund raising committee is meeting and prayers are being raised for the church to face an estimated $100,000 costs of repair.
If you are willing to help with this fund you can visit the First Church website at www.firstcob.org or E-mail at firstcob@gmail.com.
Chicago First Church of the Brethren supports many neighborhood programs including tutoring students, a once a month “Math Marathon”, a youth Drumming Corps, scholarships, community garden, Spanish services, etc. First Church is a dynamic force in their Chicago neighborhood.
Don’t let the roof fall in on this historic Church of the Brethren.
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