Emmanuel Park Updates
INTERVIEWING CANDIDATES FOR THE NEXT PASTOR AT THE PARK: The call committee has been very busy these past few weeks. We currently have completed 4 zoom interviews and have a 5th this Thursday. After that, the call committee and Pastor Lillejord will be discussing our next steps in moving forward. . This is an exciting time, and we feel confident in the process. We will keep you posted as the discernment of this committee moves forward. Please keep the committee members and the pastors in your life of prayers.
EMMANUEL PARK MODULAR WORSHIP BUILDING :
We are actively collaborating with engineers, contractors, vendors, and county staff to bring Emmanuel Park Church’s interim modular worship building to life. While our timeline has been adjusted, our priority remains ensuring that the structure is thoughtfully designed and fully approved for worship gatherings. Because no suitable pre-owned or leasable units exist, a brand new, custom-built unit is being crafted to serve our community’s needs for the coming years as we work to design, fund, and construct a permanent worship hall.
This custom modular will be a 36 x 60 structure with 9’ ceilings. It will be much nicer and larger than initial ideas. We do not have an estimate of time at the moment as we navigate Collier County’s complex construction standards and approval for location site. We need to have the design work completed, then engineering work completed by the manufacturer, with engineering to be reviewed and approved by county. On county approval of structural plan, unit goes into manufacturing..... then site prep, electrical lines, delivery, installation and certificate of occupancy.
We appreciate your continued patience and support as we strive to create a welcoming, high-quality worship space for all.
MEALS OF HOPE AT EMMANUEL PARK:
Due to New Years Day falling on Wednesday, Meals of Hope will take a break on January 1. We will resume distributing food at the Park on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Please sign up to volunteer in the New Year.