The AGM proved to be a very good meeting for all. Everyone participated in discussing ideas for use of the new building with many suggestions to be filtered through and the practicalities considered. It is clear though that we have the potential to be very very busy.
Reports from a number of members of the church were encouraging with high praise for all of the small groups, worship and children's work.
The final costs for the building were presented to members as was a summary or work remaining. Whilst the final of final totals is not going to be known until the builders leave we remain in credit in the building account with just enough to finish the job to a satisfactory standard, certainly well enough to function as we do now.
The pavement on John Street at the back of the building bore the hallmarks of pneumatic drill activity yesterday evening indicating that the electricity company have been to switch on the power. Also the floor screeding originally planned for last weekend started on Monday with the back end of the building having a floor 8 inches higher than the main hall. The main hall will be screeded this weekend (a bank holiday) thus giving it time to dry.
CB
Wednesday, 29 April 2009
Monday, 27 April 2009
AGM
Its the church AGM tomorrow - always an interesting experience full of banter and a real chance for the members to have their say about how the church is run and what sort of things they want to see happen. Tomorrow will be no exception in fact it will be bigger than ever with everyone having the chance to say what type of activities they want to see happen in our new building.
Please continue to pray for us as we embark on the challenges of the coming few months
CB
Please continue to pray for us as we embark on the challenges of the coming few months
CB
Sunday, 26 April 2009
I never want to see this again !!!!!!
The building has presented a very bleak image this week all boarded up and closed off. Its depressing and I never want to see it this way again. In a few weeks the boards will be down and brand new stunning doors and windows will be put in. These will be doors which will welcome thousands of people over the life of the building entering them into the house of God.
I pray that God will speak through all of us, guiding and protecting us from the enemy. We have a unique chance to use the building for good in our community.
If we mess up it will be back to the boards............. Please pray for the body of the church that it will remain strong and that because it remains strong we will present a positive image of Christianity and we will see lives saved.
CB
Thursday, 23 April 2009
Live on the land
The builder has informed me that electricity will be connected to the mains next Tuesday. This weekend the 8 inchs of screeding will be poured into the main lower floor areas. A vehicle (presumably a mixer) will come on site tomorrow and the mixture will be pumped into the building via a big hose ! Apparently its quite an interesting project. What it does mean is that any ducting and pipework changes from here on out will have to be above the floor.
Our electrician has been on site this week to confirm a few requirements from our side and our kitchen man will be coming on site soon to measure up for his side.
The missing windows were due on site yesterday although when I went past in the evening there didnt appear to be any changes to the appearance of the building.
The special windows i.e. the upper floor triangular window in the apex and the arch looking over the car park entrance are being made specially for the building. They are bespoke products so they take a little longer, apparently they made templates to work from so that they get the shapes right.
CB
Our electrician has been on site this week to confirm a few requirements from our side and our kitchen man will be coming on site soon to measure up for his side.
The missing windows were due on site yesterday although when I went past in the evening there didnt appear to be any changes to the appearance of the building.
The special windows i.e. the upper floor triangular window in the apex and the arch looking over the car park entrance are being made specially for the building. They are bespoke products so they take a little longer, apparently they made templates to work from so that they get the shapes right.
CB
Wednesday, 22 April 2009
I forgot to say.....
In our site meeting on Monday Ian (our architect) confirmed the stopping up order for the alleyway between ourselves and Pet Warehouse has been approved by the Highways Agency on the basis that there were NO objections from the public.
This means that the right of way which existed on land we own is no longer in place.
CB
This means that the right of way which existed on land we own is no longer in place.
CB
Monday, 20 April 2009
Site Progress
We had a good meeting on site today. This week there is a lot of activity. The windows will be finished this week, there is a joinery and plumbing crew on site, the floor is being laid on Friday which will require 3 days to set.
Depending on who you talk to the estimated time remaining is 4-6 weeks. The builder wants the job done in 4 weeks, the site foreman wants 6 !! The more time the builders are on site the more that it is costing them in labour.
We have the final account in hand and with a little bit of give we are financially OK which is a good place to be after all that we have been through.
CB
Depending on who you talk to the estimated time remaining is 4-6 weeks. The builder wants the job done in 4 weeks, the site foreman wants 6 !! The more time the builders are on site the more that it is costing them in labour.
We have the final account in hand and with a little bit of give we are financially OK which is a good place to be after all that we have been through.
CB
Sunday, 19 April 2009
And the Son shone (sic)
It was a gloriously sunny day the last time we were all on the land back in September and true to form it was a lovely sunny day today as over 50 people availed themselves of the opportunity to view the building.
I was somewhat apprehensive about today because this was the culmination of many peoples dreams and hopes and how they responded to the building was important. I'm pleased to report that many people were thrilled - for many it was an emotive visit and many commented on the quality of workmanship which went into the building.
Building work continues apace.
Before we all went in I got a brief update from Duncan unflappable as ever he commented on minor annoyances such as the inability of the electricity board to arrange to get consent to raise the pavement to wire us up - a minor problem which can quickly be addressed.
The Son truly shone today - Jesus Christ his church moving forwards in Oswaldtwistle the building is simply that - a building. Not a gilded temple, not a Gothic palace, a simple (but well bolted together) building for which the church can do its work. I Hope in time as we settle in that we can adapt to our new building and make full use of it. We haven't been able to build a church that suits everyone but a quick straw count today showed that 95% were completely satisfied and the remainder felt that a number of minor adjustments were needed but I'm sure no one can deny that we have as a church taken bold steps and God has given us just enough money, energy and talent to finish the job.
Long Live the King !
CB
I was somewhat apprehensive about today because this was the culmination of many peoples dreams and hopes and how they responded to the building was important. I'm pleased to report that many people were thrilled - for many it was an emotive visit and many commented on the quality of workmanship which went into the building.
Building work continues apace.
Before we all went in I got a brief update from Duncan unflappable as ever he commented on minor annoyances such as the inability of the electricity board to arrange to get consent to raise the pavement to wire us up - a minor problem which can quickly be addressed.
The Son truly shone today - Jesus Christ his church moving forwards in Oswaldtwistle the building is simply that - a building. Not a gilded temple, not a Gothic palace, a simple (but well bolted together) building for which the church can do its work. I Hope in time as we settle in that we can adapt to our new building and make full use of it. We haven't been able to build a church that suits everyone but a quick straw count today showed that 95% were completely satisfied and the remainder felt that a number of minor adjustments were needed but I'm sure no one can deny that we have as a church taken bold steps and God has given us just enough money, energy and talent to finish the job.
Long Live the King !
CB
Monday, 13 April 2009
Reminder
For those of you who can make it on Sunday we have a viewing of the new building at 13:00. For those who can't make it I will post some pictures on the blog so you can see what you've missed.
Hopefully by the time I get back on Saturday all the scaffolding at the side of the building will be down to ensure safe and easy access.
The site will be under the jurisdiction of the builder and as such we have to follow their rules - please do take care, access to the upper floor may be possible but it is not advised that small children or those of limited mobility attempt the stairs.
CB Live from South Wales !
Hopefully by the time I get back on Saturday all the scaffolding at the side of the building will be down to ensure safe and easy access.
The site will be under the jurisdiction of the builder and as such we have to follow their rules - please do take care, access to the upper floor may be possible but it is not advised that small children or those of limited mobility attempt the stairs.
CB Live from South Wales !
Friday, 10 April 2009
We've been framed ! (They are getting worse these titles)
The windows were installed yesterday on the front and on the back. The door fixings are in and all of the partitions are up. A team from the church will be on site on Tuesday to discuss a umber of minor issues prior to the church visit next Sunday.
A number of our fellowship were at new Lane Baptist Church this morning for Good Friday Service and there was a tangible buzz amongst our members about the progress made on the new building. Its a wonderful time for us all at the minute - maybe next year we can host New Lane and Hyndburn Christian Fellowship round at ours !
CB
Monday, 6 April 2009
Aesthetics
I have a confession to make.
On Saturday morning I was thinking about Easter Sunday. We are away in South Wales that day and I was thinking how vital it was that I find a church to give praise to God that Jesus conquered the grave - to me Easter is the most wonderful time of the year it represents what Christianity is all about.
Flick suggested that I may struggle to find somewhere that had an English language service but oddly it wasn't so much that that worried me but more how the church looked that I was bothered about - I have a phobia about run down looking buildings.
I had to pull myself up pretty quickly because of course it isn't the outside of the building that matters its the church within !
I guess that will be true of many who we welcome into our new home. Some may be drawn by the newness of it all but of course it is just steel, bricks and mortar its inside what counts. As impressive as the building will be we must avoid the risk of it becoming an idol.
CB
On Saturday morning I was thinking about Easter Sunday. We are away in South Wales that day and I was thinking how vital it was that I find a church to give praise to God that Jesus conquered the grave - to me Easter is the most wonderful time of the year it represents what Christianity is all about.
Flick suggested that I may struggle to find somewhere that had an English language service but oddly it wasn't so much that that worried me but more how the church looked that I was bothered about - I have a phobia about run down looking buildings.
I had to pull myself up pretty quickly because of course it isn't the outside of the building that matters its the church within !
I guess that will be true of many who we welcome into our new home. Some may be drawn by the newness of it all but of course it is just steel, bricks and mortar its inside what counts. As impressive as the building will be we must avoid the risk of it becoming an idol.
CB
Friday, 3 April 2009
Frames
When I drove past the building this morning at 8 o'clock Mick was already on site discussing business with Duncan. There are a couple of small matters that need sewing up. I noticed also that the electricians van was there too. He has done a fantastic job, the main wiring loop appears to be almost complete.
The bulk of the internal partitions are in place now the only room not to have a timber frame yet in place is the kitchen although the floor does have a timber baton layout on the floor so one can appreciate the size it is going to be.
The stone work on the outside walls is receiving a final dose of pointing. The back is looking good - the utilities should soon be in place then that area can be paved.
The next big job is the floor. Given that next weekend is Easter and the site will be closed I wold imagine that the screeding will be completed late next week so that it can dry over the weekend.
CB
The bulk of the internal partitions are in place now the only room not to have a timber frame yet in place is the kitchen although the floor does have a timber baton layout on the floor so one can appreciate the size it is going to be.
The stone work on the outside walls is receiving a final dose of pointing. The back is looking good - the utilities should soon be in place then that area can be paved.
The next big job is the floor. Given that next weekend is Easter and the site will be closed I wold imagine that the screeding will be completed late next week so that it can dry over the weekend.
CB
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