BETHESDA
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
2023-2026
Since 1880, Bethesda Lutheran has been sharing the good news of Christ in Moorhead and around the world. While our facility and faces have changed during this time, one thing remains the same…our commitment to bear witness to the love and grace of Jesus Christ. Desiring to enhance our mission and ministry, the Building on Faith capital campaign program will allow us to move into a bright and promising future so that we can continue to do God’s work locally and globally.
PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS
PHASE 1 | COMPLETE:
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Door security || New system installed with video, pre-established lock times, & Bluetooth
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Roofing || Re-sided leaking brick walls above flat roof areas in narthex
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Roofing || Replaced upper clearstory windows (above chancel)
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Roofing || Replaced exterior cedar shake siding by sanctuary
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Roofing || Replaced exterior soffits with metal soffits
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Funded || Campaign costs
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Funded || Operating shortfall to the general fund for 2023-2024
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Funded || 10% tithe to Table of Mercy & Crossroads MSUM
IN PROGRESS:
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Roofing || Repair and patch existing rubber membrane roof areas
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Roofing || Replace roof flashing caps at parapets
TO BE SCHEDULED:
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Roofing || Repair and patch existing rubber membrane roof areas
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Roofing || Replace roof flashing caps at parapets
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Audio-Visual || Install new equipment to enhance worship in person and online
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Sign refurbish || Upgrade main sign on 40th Ave with paint, logos, lettering & covering
PHASE 2
PARKING LOT
RESURFACE
Continued maintenance of the parking lot is necessary to preserve the asphalt.
COURTYARD BRICK WALL
The courtyard wall enclosures are leaning & crumbling in some places. Repairs will be made to stabilize the walls & create a safer environment in the courtyard.
GROUND LEVEL WINDOWS
The ground-level windows will be replaced with new insulated glass aluminum windows for energy efficiency.
KITCHEN CEILING
There are stained & missing ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen & narthex. New tiles would be installed throughout the kitchen & stained tiles would be replaced in the narthex.
SANCTUARY CARPET
The current carpet is old, stained, burned, & frayed. New flooring in the sanctuary will keep our worship space looking fresh & inviting.
10% TITHE
Financial gifts from the campaign will be given to Table of Mercy and Crossroads MSUM to offer mission support in our community.
BALCONY GUARDRAILS
Our balcony guardrails do not meet today’s safety standards. Upgrades will be made to bring the guardrails up to code, making the balcony safe for children & adults.
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