St. Michael Foundation for the Future Campaign Kicks Off!

Building the Kingdom of God - Accessibility, Expansion and Improvements

Foundation for the Future is a $3.3 million capital campaign

in support of accessibility improvements and a new

multi-purpose building with a gymnasium.

From Jubilee Renewal to Foundation for the Future

• Jubilee Renewal generated $3.5 million thanks to the generosity of the people of St. Michael.
• In 2005, a parish-wide survey was initiated seeking suggestions, opinions and input regarding the Master Plan priorities.

• A feasibility study was then conducted, which gave us great information and direction for revising our plans to address the desires and priorities of the St. Michael parishioners.  With updated priorities now in place, we are moving forward with improvements and expansion of our parish campus.

Some of the enhancements already implemented for our church from Jubilee Renewal funds include:

• the HVAC system

• new roof

• sound system

• hymn boards

Most recently, several of our accessibility issues were addressed with

• handrails for the altar

• automatic door openers

• designated parking spaces

In May of 2005, the Foundation for the Future Building Committee was created, and has been working closely with Newman Architecture to ensure that the wishes and main concerns of the people of St. Michael Parish were heard and incorporated into our new "plan for all ages."  The construction of a multi-purpose building and the renovations envisioned will truly offer benefits to each and every member of the St. Michael family - from our most tenured senior to our youngest child.  The scheduling challenges we face on a daily basis will be a thing of the past, and our expanded facility will provide a world of new opportunities.

Achieving our Campaign Goal of $3.3 million will allow us to build a two-story multi-purpose facility with a two-court gymnasium and bleacher stands, eight new administrative offices, a reception area and seven meeting rooms.  Having this new space means we can now have a fine arts area and include a stage in our existing auditorium for plays, concerts, musical events, seminars, workshops, etc.  We will also be able to successfully complete our East Entrance accessibility project, which will consist of a concrete ramp to the narthex.