Sanctuary Renovation Updates!

As many of you know, we recently began renovating our sanctuary. This was born out of a desire to update and enliven our worship space while also honoring our history as a colonial church in South Carolina. Our current sanctuary was built in 1959 and was designed by renowned low country architect Albert Simmons. It was intentionally built in colonial style but with tall sweeping pillars and arches at the front, which mimic neoclassical architecture. Our intention was to help the inside match the outside of the church and to update the sanctuary with new lighting and live streaming equipment. The sanctuary now feels more like a colonial church, while simultaneously equipping us for digital ministry.

One of the things this renovation has done is dramatically improve our acoustics. The way that sound now reverberates off the stone tile, walls, and ceiling is dramatic and beautiful. It will enable us to have more choral concerts and community music events, and will certainly enliven and uplift the daily services of the church as well as weddings and funerals. When you walk into the sanctuary, it now feels alive and the space sings back to you. This is the power of architecture.

We are incredibly grateful for the leadership of our vestry member, Roy Fuller, who has been steadfast at the helm during this project. His wisdom, guidance, and eye for detail have been absolutely essential as we’ve undertaken this project, and words cannot express our gratitude.

Our first Sunday back in the space will be Sunday September 27th a then well have a reopening ceremony on Sunday November 1st for All Saints.

Thank you for your continued prayers and support in this season and for the generosity that made this project possible.

See you soon!