April 2003

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For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.
  - Habakkuk 2:3

God has reserved a storehouse of blessings for each of us.  However, many want it on their own timetable and are not willing to wait.  We must each be patient, building our character and experience.  Only when we are truly ready will we be blessed.

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Cumming, Georgia

The project also included an expansion to the Fellowship Hall, doubling its size, and a commercial size kitchen.   Also an important part of the project were the additional foyers and the enlargement of the Narthex to help accommodate the three worship services every Sunday. 

The 9,000 square foot building was completed by ELCA Mission Builders and Christ the King Members.  

Visit this project and others on our website.

The last newsletter discussed why churches are changing in the 21st century.  This month we discuss how, by looking at the following:

Exterior Appearance:  The emphasis on more economic buildings and the trend to make church buildings less intimidating to the unchurched are resulting in simpler exteriors with less ornamentation and trim. 

Foyers and Gathering Spaces:  Foyers are getting larger to accommodate multiple services and large numbers of people who use the foyer as a place of fellowship between services.  The Welcome Center serves as an important source of information and directions to visitors and new members.  

Worship Spaces:  Worship spaces are becoming more theater-like, often without windows,  with theater seating and platforms resembling a performing arts stage. 

Fellowship and Educational Space:  These spaces are usually multi-function to allow the greatest function for  the construction dollar. The quality of space provided for preschoolers must equal commercial day care facilities as churches compete with private businesses. 

The Megachurch:  The very large churches provide a wide array of events and programs, offering a full range of alternatives to secular entertainment and education.

Conclusion:  As the modern church seeks to provide ministries relevant to 21st century life, it must be ready to provide the tools needed to allow it to minister to the whole person.

The complete article can found be in the church design resources located on FSFarchitects.com

Snellville, Georgia

Buford Church of Christ has selected FSF to design their new worship and fellowship facility.

First Baptist Church of Jackson has completed their Master Plan and has begun work on designing a new Family Life Center.

Jerry Fountain presented Selecting and Working with an Architect at the annual Georgia Baptist Convention Building Conference on April 15th.  

Morgan Contracting and FSF have been selected as the Design-Build team for the new facilities for Hamilton Mill Christian Church.

Foreman · Seeley · Fountain    Architects
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