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The attendees of the CPS were divided into five small groups. Each group was given a specific question to discuss and answer. After about 45 minutes the five groups reassembled and each group presented the results of their discussion. All attendees then spent about 10 minutes discussing the question. Tom Mowrer did a fine job facilitating this part of the meeting. The questions and a summary of the discussion are presented below.
The current kitchen is small and can only accommodate diners of about 250 people. The new multi-purpose room will likely allow dinner for 500 or more people. Should the new facility have a large, fully equipped kitchen so that large dinners could be served (by the Fellowship Committee at a very low cost or on a donation basis) or should the new facility have a small, less expensive kitchen? A small kitchen would result in the use of caterers (catering costs could be prohibitive for some individuals/families) for larger dinners. If the new facility has a kitchen then is the current kitchen still needed? Please keep in mind that a place similar to the Fellowship Hall is needed for events such as funeral dinners.
Results of Small Group Review
A large kitchen is needed.
Catering would be too expensive and hard to schedule.
We have talented people in this area. We should take advantage of their talents.
A spacious, not necessarily expensive kitchen is needed.
We should keep the current kitchen and use the current Fellowship Hall for funeral
dinners.
The current kitchen would also support snacks during Sunday School.
The current kitchen could be made smaller like it was 10 years ago. The commercial
appliances could be moved to the new kitchen.
We need to find out about state regulations before the design of the new kitchen
is finalized.
Large Group Discussion
It would be difficult to
move the current stove. The fire suppression system would be hard to disassemble
and move.
One person may need to get certified to meet state regulations.
We currently serve 35 to 40 events per year. This may increase with the new
facility.
Catering is too expensive.
An idea is to build the new kitchen with plenty of space and not fully equip
it at first. More appliances could be added later.
The congregation surveys indicated strong interest in using the new facility for sporting events (e.g. youth basketball, volleyball, deck hockey, etc.). If outreach sports events are to be truly effective outreach events, the FRC must be spectator sensitive (Little Johnny's parents come to watch his game and hear the Gospel during half-time). Should the multi-purpose room have bleachers around the playing area or should it have a stage (if a stage, on the side or end of the FRC?) where spectators could be seated? Another idea is to have an elevated jogging track surrounding the multi-purpose room. Spectators could be seated on the jogging track. What are some other ideas to accommodate spectators?
Results of Small Group Review
The first choice is seating
on an elevated jogging track.
The second choice is a stage. The stage should be angled so that spectators
will have a good view.
The third choice is bleachers. A wider gym would be needed to accommodate bleachers.
Another idea is a recreation loft at the end of the gym. This could seat spectators
and also be used as a recreation area.
Large Group Discussion
A jogging track is a good
idea. However, don't sacrifice classroom space for a jogging track. Classrooms
are more important.
Need a storeroom area for tables and chairs. Maybe if the jogging track was
down low then tables and chairs could be stored under the track.
Another idea is a jogging track with bleachers or a stage underneath.
Rooms could be built under the jogging track. This structure would help support
the track. Stairs would be needed to get to the track.
What will our church and our community be like 25 years from now? What may be the needs of the church and the community at that time? What programs would meet these needs? What features should be included in the facility to support these programs?
Results of Small Group Review
The population in our area
will be older 25 years from now.
There will likely be more ethnic diversity.
We ought to build the FRC with flexibility in mind. Maybe the facility focuses
on youth at first but then becomes more focused on senior citizens.
Need to consider programs for minorities.
Large Group Discussion
We need to consider how
the facility could be used by senior citizens. A jogging/walking track may be
a good idea.
The population is stable - not growing.
We should try to bring youth and seniors together. A "coffee shop"
overlooking the gym may be a good idea.
The new facility needs to be designed so that new programs can be started. What new programs should be added? How has God uniquely equipped the people of our church to reach out to our community? These programs should be consistent with the mission of our church. Your group should "brainstorm" for new, unique ideas for programs.
Results of Small Group Review
The new programs listed
in order of priority are athletics, youth area for worship, music, and drama,
banquet facility, community classes, and a "coffee house".
Community classes could include parenting, computer, CPR, as well as Bible studies.
We should avoid duplication of services with other community organizations.
Needs of senior citizens should be considered.
Large Group Discussion
One idea is to provide child
and/or adult day care. This is a need in our community. However, state regulations
need to be carefully considered.
After school programs are a community need. Homework help could be offered.
The Fellowship Committee could offer a catering service. We have lots of talent
in this area.
The church is very talented musically. We could develop programs that take advantage
of our music talents. We may need a stage, sound room, good acoustics, and comfortable
chairs for this purpose.
We have many well-educated people in the church. We could reach out to the community
to solve problems in finance, business, computers, etc. The new facility could
have classrooms where courses could be taught. An example would be computer
classes for seniors.
We have a fast changing culture. The new facility must be flexible.
One of the main reasons for building the new facility is to meet the needs of the youth in both our church and the community. What new programs can be instituted to best meet the needs of the youth? What features should the facility contain to support these programs?
Results of Small Group Review
The youth needs an area
they can call their own. This should include a lounge area with a microwave
and sink. They should be allowed to decorate it any way they want.
Basketball, volleyball, and other sports are needed.
After school programs are a good idea. Help with homework could be provided
- maybe paid tutors.
Large Group Discussion
A youth worship area would
be a good idea. The worship time could be contemporary, youth lead, and nontraditional.
Fellowship time could follow the worship time. The worship time could be on
Saturday night. An example of this is at the Alliance Church at Penn State University
- home of the Nittany Lions.
A ministry is needed for young adults - ages 18 to 25.
The current sanctuary won't support a band. The sound system isn't capable enough.
A dynamic youth leader is needed to foster a youth worship program.
If we focus on a worship program for 18 to 30 year olds, the youth will follow
their lead.