Yesterday, Sunday, September 9, 2012, Shiloh used its newly renovated chancel. More correctly, Shiloh used part of its newly renovated chancel. There were roughly 12' at the rear of the chancel that we were using for storage and which, at this point in the procedure, cannot yet be lighted. After a few finishing touches, and more than a few corrections to detail, Shiloh should be in full use of its renovated chancel.
The Next Steps process is a continuation of Shiloh's overall facility renovation plan. The congregation had already changed out its windows for more efficient ones, tore out old, inefficient boilers and replaced them with new, much more efficient ones. Shiloh has remodeled its Christian Education wing and upgraded the Omega Hall, including blackout shades. We have replaced some carpets and done a lot of deep cleaning.
Due mainly to the replacement of old, inefficient heating and windows, Shiloh is now saving tens of thousands of dollars every year in utility costs. The congregation has greatly reduced its carbon footprint. We will do even more, as we continue into further steps in the process. One upcoming part of the plan is to replace the old, inefficient lighting in the sanctuary with LED lighting. We are told that each LED light is 40x's more efficient than its incandescent forbear. Not only will such a process save us money in the long run, it is a more more responsible usage of available energy.
The chancel renovation is not quite complete, however. Shiloh still needs to dress the chancel, arrange for seating risers, and complete the accessibility lift. Beside a few finishing construction projects, we anticipate that it may take some considerable time for Shiloh to fully utilize its expanded chancel space.
Thanks to all who assisted with the project. Your efforts saved the congregation more than $54,000.
See you in a few weeks!
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