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Construction Update 10/3/16

October 3, 2016
03 Oct 2016

Much has happened in the last month. The roof over the sanctuary has been completed with new gutters and downspouts as well as improvements in water redirection away from the building. The stone walls inside and outside of the Sanctuary have been repointed to fix water damage in numerous spots. The curved wall at the edge of the A-Frame was excavated and re-sealed to prevent future water damage. Many interior surfaces have now been repainted including the back wall in the sanctuary, which used to be tile, and the front wall behind the altar. Entry and exit doors throughout the building have also been given a fresh paint of coat.

We are still awaiting delivery of the extensive new lighting package that will brighten the sanctuary and give multi-color theatrical options. Pew modifications are also underway in the Sanctuary to provide additional ADA seating capacity throughout.

Final preparations are now being made in advance of the October 15th and 16th Anniversary weekend.

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Construction Update 8/31/16

August 31, 2016
31 Aug 2016

Yesterday the last cedar shingle was nailed to the A-Frame roof. This marks the first time the A-frame roof has been replaced since 1962 when it was completed. To finish the job a brand new copper cap was installed along the pinnacle of the A-frame.

On this beautiful Wednesday morning, construction foreman Irv Heinle invited Pastor Mike to take a ride through the air. Some great photos were taken, but nothing can top Pastor Kemper’s bravery in the 60’s as he sat on the roof with one leg on either side (and no harness).

All exterior walls of the sanctuary have now been repainted with colors very similar to those used when the building was new. Inside the sanctuary electrical work is about to pick up again as new fixtures are set to arrive next week. Soon, Calvary’s sanctuary will be more well lit than ever before adding a welcoming brightness to the worship services.

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Construction Update 8/18/16

August 18, 2016
18 Aug 2016

Today, work began on the tall steeple cross that has sat rusting for many years. It is being scraped and painted to display its original elegance as a landmark of the Silver Spring skyline. Roof work continues on the A-frame. The roofers use ladders to reach as high as possible before bringing in a lift truck next week to finish the top section. Paint colors have been selected for the wood trip around the windows and doors. Soon, Calvary’s sanctuary will look much as it did when originally constructed.

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Construction Update 8/10/16

August 10, 2016
10 Aug 2016

This week bundles of materials were delivered so that the roofers could begin their work. They plan to remove the old cedar shakes from the A-frame first, then replacing them with the brand new cedar shakes. The new, unweathered cedar shakes will give the A-frame a lighter brown look that hasn’t been seen since the sanctuary was built in 1962. Painters are expected to begin their work either this week or next, and new light fixtures for the interior of the sanctuary will be ordered in the next few days.

The roofing crew brave the heat as they begin removal of the old cedar shakes.

The roofing crew brave the heat as they begin removal of the old cedar shakes.

Eight pallets of new cedar shakes have been delivered for the A-frame.

Eight pallets of new cedar shakes have been delivered for the A-frame.

 

 

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Construction Update 8/3/16

August 3, 2016
03 Aug 2016

drainage trenchThanks to the hard work and heavy lifting of a number of Calvary men, time and money was saved as old bushes were removed from the front of the building. This work was done to prepare the space for new drainage pipes to be buried so that water from the roof could be redirected to the downhill side of the building.

Today, these trenches were dug which required a portion of the sidewalk to be temporarily removed. The roofing work was delayed due to very warm weather, but is scheduled to begin any day.

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Construction Update, 7/20/16

July 20, 2016
20 Jul 2016

Last week construction officially began in and around the sanctuary space at Calvary. As you attend worship services over the weeks to come you will undoubtedly notice signs of this ongoing work. All of this is part of a congregation approved $600,000 update to the sanctuary to replace the aging roofs (including the A-Frame), modernize the lighting in the space, repair water damage in several areas, improve overall efficiency, and repaint the exterior surfaces. This much needed work is good stewardship of a worship space and facility that is important to us at Calvary, but also to many in our community who make use of the space.

Keep an eye out for updates in the weeks to come.

7.20.16 Preparations

Paul Maxfield and Steve Frank meet with Calvary’s architect, the construction superintendent, and roofers as construction begins.

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New electrical conduit is laid within the roof for updated wiring and new lighting in the sanctuary. It will soon be covered by insulation and a new roof.

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Holes are drilled in the ceiling to accommodate new wiring for the additional lights. You could say that the sanctuary is now more holy than ever before.

 

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