Immanuel’s Centennial Campaign

We continue to give thanks for all the support our Centennial Campaign has received! Over the past few months, we've been working on our next group of projects. Some of them involve a lot of details and logistics, and we've been working throughout the winter to get everything prepared. We're excited to have some big updates in the coming months. 

You can read more about our upcoming projects below!

Project 7 - Solar Panels
Cost: still gathering
estimated april/may 2025

One of the biggest projects in our campaign, we're installing solar panels on both sides of our gym roof. We've contracted with SunBug, who is now owned by Revision Energy, to do this work. We're currently wrapping up all the details with HMLD and the town, and will soon have permits to begin the installation. We anticipate the work will begin in late April. Once they're connected to our building, these panels will provide almost all of our electricity needs (including the heat pump systems throughout the building), helping to reduce both our carbon footprint and utility costs. 

Project 8 - Lower parking lot
Cost: still gathering
estimated spring/summer 2025

After decades of nearly-constant use, the church's lower parking lot will be fully torn up and paved anew. In the process, our goal is to improve the way the parking lot functions, especially related to water drainage as well as handicapped access at Lawson Hall. For years, the section of our parking lot by the dumpster has become a standing pond during heavy rains and snow melt, and so we're working with an engineer to explore better ways to handle all the water. While this has made things move a little slower, this is a project we only want to do once, and so we're committed to getting it right.

Project 9 - parsonage painting
Cost: $12,900
April 2025

Now that all the exterior windows are replaced, the chimney has been rebuilt, and the new HVAC system is installed, it's time for the parsonage to be painted (it was last done roughly twenty years ago). The work will include washing the house to remove mildew, replacing popped fasteners, scraping/sanding/caulking and priming of the trim and siding, and top coats on the house, trim, bulkhead, and garage doors. We've contracted with Cranford Custom Painting and Carpentry for this work, which will begin once the weather warms and winter bids farewell. 

Dear friends in Christ at Immanuel,

Thank you so much for your overwhelming support of the Centennial Capital Campaign! We've already completed some great projects and are excited to share the results and progress with you. We’re thankful for all your generosity as we continue to honor Immanuel’s past and embrace its future. 

This page will be updated as we continue to make progress!

Project 1 - Sanctuary Stained-Glass Windows
Cost: $43,710 
completed october 2024

The old, yellowed coverings on the outside of all our stained-glass windows were removed, revealing beautiful glass we hadn't seen in full for at least sixty years. All the windows were repaired and all their frames were scraped and painted. Clear protective coverings and vents were installed in every window, allowing a kaleidoscope of colors and bright light into our sanctuary. Thanks to Willet Hauser - and to Eric and Aaron - for their great work! 

Project 2 - Sanctuary HVAC system
Cost: $37,400 
completed october 2024

As part of our goal to decrease our use of fossil fuels, two heat pump systems have been installed in the sanctuary! These units are able to aid in both heating and cooling. While our sanctuary had an old air conditioning system intended to cool part of the space, it stopped working a few years ago, and this new system is a major upgrade. It will allow people to gather and worship in comfort, and help us better care for the sensitive instruments and equipment we have in our sanctuary. The two air handlers are working perfectly, keeping our sanctuary at a comfortable temperature throughout the week. Thank you to RJ McDonald for their attention to detail at every step of this project! 

Project 3 - Parsonage HVAC system
Cost: $28,450 
completed october 2024

Immanuel also owns a parsonage property, where one of our pastors currently lives. It's a beautiful home that has been drastically improved in the past few years, and part of that improvement includes a heat pump system. Like the system in our sanctuary, this will help to provide centralized heating and cooling for the entire house, which has the added benefit of further reducing our oil consumption. The new system includes heating and cooling for every level and room in the house, and Pastor Josh is especially excited to not have to install window AC units in the summer. Our thanks to RJ McDonald for their work on this project, and for their help in teaching us how to use these systems. 

Project 4 - Parsonage Windows
Cost: $13,345 
completed october 2024

In 2006 and 2013, Immanuel replaced many of the original storm windows at the parsonage property. Newer windows are much more energy efficient and just look nicer. As part of our Centennial Campaign, we replaced the last ten original windows, most of which faced the street. After they were installed, trim was put in and the inside of the windows were painted. Thanks to TrueHome Roofing for their quick and excellent work. Bye-bye winter drafts!

Project 5 - Parsonage Chimney
Cost: $4,925
Completed October 2024

The chimney at the parsonage has been starting to show its age, especially during severe rain storms. After discussing options with contractors, the chimney was torn down to the roof line and totally rebuilt. That new flashing means everything will stay nice and dry, and dampers have also been installed on two of the flues which are currently unused. Thank you to Sterling Masonry for their solid and skilled work!

Project 6 - gym oil tank replacement
Cost: $4,000 
Completed Fall 2023

We know first-hand that aging oil tanks need to be replaced in a timely manner, so we've kept an eye on the tanks in our gym boiler room. Both tanks were drained, cut into pieces, and removed, and then replaced by a single new, shiny and beautiful tank. Our warm thanks to McDonald HVAC in Auburn for their work on this project.