Renovation Update

Why We're Renovating

At Grace, we believe that every square foot of this space is for people—welcoming newcomers, growing in faith together, and making room for more. This renovation is about more than bricks and beams; it’s about building a place where people can find rest and relationship in God.

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Latest Update – June 2025

There’s exciting momentum across the project as we head into summer. Here’s what’s been happening on site:

  • Stage flooring installation is nearly complete and on track to finish by the end of next week.

  • The final stage stain color has been confirmed, matched beautifully to the finish on the new pews.

  • Painting in the front foyer continues and is expected to wrap up within two weeks.

  • Sanctuary carpet is finished; balcony carpet remains partially installed and will be completed after pews are in place.

  • Pew installation is now scheduled for July 7–8, following a delay related to a resolved tariff issue.

  • Support posts for the balcony glass railing have been installed, with glass delivery expected within two weeks.

  • New entrance door frames under the stained-glasss windows are now in place.

  • Stained glass panels are being measured for reinstallation.

  • The new projection screen has been installed.

  • A full fire alarm system test has been completed.

  • Washroom partitions are being delivered and installed in early July.

Thank you for your prayers, support, and patience as we move forward to our end of July completion date.

Next Phase of the Project

  • New side entrance installation is projected for early July.

  • Baptistry plumbing is scheduled for next week.

  • The new AV Room is now ready for painting.

Other Notes

  • There was minor water damage during a recent storm. The team is assessing if any additional steps are needed.

  • The elevator upgrade will begin August 18 and take approximately 4 weeks, with inspections to follow. It’s expected to be back in service by the end of September.

Milestones We’ve Reached

  • Both the sanctuary and balcony pews were carefully removed to make space for the new seating layout.

  • The balcony structure was rebuilt to accommodate new pews, and carpet installation is currently underway.

  • Lower stained-glass panels were removed and the surrounding walls opened to prepare for new doorways.

  • Our organ was temporarily moved to a safe side location while construction continues.

  • New wiring was run beneath the floor and through the ceiling to support upgraded audio-visual systems.

  • Scaffolding was first assembled in the sanctuary for ceiling work and has since been moved to the front foyer for continued wall and ceiling updates.

  • Ceiling scraping and painting began following scaffold installation.

  • Main floor washrooms were fully stripped, retiled, and are now ready for painting.

  • Partitions are scheduled for installation in early June.

  • Framing, electrical, and mechanical systems have all passed their inspections—moving us one step closer to completion.

  • Construction of the new platform is now underway.

  • The sanctuary floor is being skim coated in preparation for carpet installation.

  • A new hanging speaker system is set for installation in the sanctuary.

  • The new screen is fully mounted and ready for use.

  • Painting and baseboard finishing are in progress.

  • Glass panels arriving soon.

  • New frames under the stained glass have been placed.

  • Final safety systems have passed inspection.

  • Final safety systems have passed inspection.

  • Panels are being measured and prepared for reinstallation.

What’s Changing

We’re making room—for people, for worship, and for the future. This renovation will bring more accessible entrances, refreshed washrooms, a newly designed stage, and updated sanctuary seating with new flooring throughout. It’s all part of creating a space that’s welcoming, functional, and ready for what God has next.