Around Shiloh

The past few weeks have been one of those periods of time around Shiloh Church that members and friends might want to pause and appreciate. So much has happened.

 

Thanks mainly to Sid Manley, and a small crew of volunteers, the chancel renovation project progressed miraculously. In a week, a crew of four laid the entire hardwood floor. Volunteers are nearing completion of the drywall and painting, trim work is being done, the steps have been stained, sanded and sealed, the doors are on order, and the light shines at the end of this project's tunnel. I also want to remind the congregation that staff and volunteers doing the work on the chancel renovation saved the church in excess of $54,000, more than Shiloh spent on the entire renovation.

 

This past Saturday, Shiloh enjoyed the participation of ten teams at the congregation's ninth annual golf outing. It was a beautiful day in many ways. Everyone had fun. The dinner was a huge success, and the accompanying auction raised more than $1,100. Donations at this point in the proceedings total almost $5,300. All funds raised go to support needy families in our community during the upcoming holiday season. Last year, Shiloh raised around $5,200 and served more than 60 families. Thanks to the generosity of those who participated, and especially to those who have donated, we will be able to serve even more in 2012.

 

As if that is not enough cause for celebration, Shiloh took delivery, this morning, of its new Allen organ console. With a price tag in excess of $141,000, the new console is a beautiful addition to Shiloh's remodeled chancel. Shiloh is forever grateful to the Fred Luther Trust, which granted Shiloh the funds for the new organ console.

 

This year alone, Shiloh has been able to achieve more than $175,000 worth up updates and improvements. Total cost to the congregation has been just over $30,000. I find that to be fairly remarkable.

 

Lest Shiloh rest in its ministry and mission, I would remind members and friends that the annual Shiloh Church Fall Fair is just around the corner. So is the Adult Appalachia Service Project. So is the Pumpkin Patch. So is hosting the Southwest Ohio Northern Kentucky Fall Association Meeting.  So is the Holiday Bazaar. So is Christmas and the end of 2012. The congregation has much to do before the end of this year...and miles to go before we sleep...and miles to go before we sleep.

 

See You Sunday!