Pilgrim Sanctuary Remodel Rationale
PHASE ONE: REARRANGE CHANCEL FURNITURE
A. Move Communion Rail to Chancel Steps
1. Those with difficulty walking would be able to commune without climbing stairs.
2. Those in wheel chairs would be able to commune with the congregation at the rail.
3. As many or more people would be able to commune without the necessity of the current gate.
4. Stairs in the middle and either end of the rail would enable easier chancel access.
5. The rail could be removed when desirable for concert, educational, or theatrical presentations.
B. Rebuild Existing Pulpit into a Portable Lectern
1. The lectern could be used by visiting or future pastors as a pulpit when desired.
2. The existing lectern would be replaced by furniture that matches the woodwork and architecture.
3. A microphone could be built in to eliminate the existing microphone stand.
4. The lectern could be removed when desirable for concert, educational, or theatrical presentations.
C. Move Existing Altar and Baptismal Font Down to Center of Chancel
1. The communion would be closer to the new communion rail location.
2. The pastor would be able to face the congregation while praying or presiding over communion.
3. Putting the altar and font near the lectern would visibly equate the sacraments with the Word.
4. Representing God’s presence amidst His people would reflect a more Lutheran theology of worship.
5. The worship band could be moved to the apse in order to face the altar during worship.
6. The projection screen would be behind the altar, restoring the altar as the focus of worship.
D. Convert Closet Wall into Sliding Wood Doors
1. The floor could be raised so that chancel furniture could be easily stored when desirable.
2. Existing shelving could be rebuilt for more efficient access to banner, bell, and band storage.
E. Convert Existing Chancel Fence into Privacy Fence for Band in Apse
1. The monitor speakers, cable, pedals, and other band equipment would be hidden from view.
2. The instruments and equipment would be somewhat protected from abuse.
F. Move offering plates to altar, wall candles to free-standing holders.
1. The offering plates would be more accessible stored on a shelf in the back of the altar.
2. The candles would no longer smudge the apse ceiling and could be moved when desired.
G. Build shallow cabinets along pulpit side wall to hide cabling.
1. Unsightly existing cabling and plating would be hidden yet accessible.
2. Cabinets could provide additional storage for small worship items.
3. Wood work would be stained to match existing wood and opposite sliding doors.
PHASE TWO: UPGRADE SOUND SYSTEM
A. Replace existing sound board with smaller, digital board including pre-sets.
1. Pre-sets would allow different groups to instantly reset the board for their needs.
2. The current board is very large, complicated, and will soon reach obsolescence.
3. It may be possible to improve the quality of the sound in the nave.
B. Move sound board and video presentation equipment to rear of nave floor.
1. The technician would be able to hear what the congregation hears.
2. The equipment would be more accessible during worship services and events.
3. A locking cabinet would secure the equipment when not in use.
4. The balcony space could become a permanent location for the hand bell choir.
PHASE THREE: INSTALL FLAT SCREEN MONITORS
A. Build custom mounts and install flat screen monitors on either side of the chancel.
1. Flat screen monitors would be more visible in bright daylight.
2. Monitors on either side could eliminate use of the existing screen, which hides the cross.
3. Visual illustrations could be used during sermons at any worship service.
4. Text streaming could help guests, families with children, and the visually impaired to follow along.
5. Should one monitor fail, a second could eliminate the need for a printed bulletin as back-up.
B. Install smaller flat screen monitors as needed for worship leaders to see presentations.
1. Worship leaders could follow the service while making eye contact with the congregation.
2. Worship leaders could more easily use visual illustrations and lead congregational participation.
PHASE FOUR: INSTALL STREAMING VIDEO
A. Install a camera system to broadcast live video of worship services and other events.
B. Run cable and install a monitor in the nursery so parents can follow along while coping with children.
C. Set the live stream to broadcast on the congregational website for shut ins and distant members.
A. Move Communion Rail to Chancel Steps
1. Those with difficulty walking would be able to commune without climbing stairs.
2. Those in wheel chairs would be able to commune with the congregation at the rail.
3. As many or more people would be able to commune without the necessity of the current gate.
4. Stairs in the middle and either end of the rail would enable easier chancel access.
5. The rail could be removed when desirable for concert, educational, or theatrical presentations.
B. Rebuild Existing Pulpit into a Portable Lectern
1. The lectern could be used by visiting or future pastors as a pulpit when desired.
2. The existing lectern would be replaced by furniture that matches the woodwork and architecture.
3. A microphone could be built in to eliminate the existing microphone stand.
4. The lectern could be removed when desirable for concert, educational, or theatrical presentations.
C. Move Existing Altar and Baptismal Font Down to Center of Chancel
1. The communion would be closer to the new communion rail location.
2. The pastor would be able to face the congregation while praying or presiding over communion.
3. Putting the altar and font near the lectern would visibly equate the sacraments with the Word.
4. Representing God’s presence amidst His people would reflect a more Lutheran theology of worship.
5. The worship band could be moved to the apse in order to face the altar during worship.
6. The projection screen would be behind the altar, restoring the altar as the focus of worship.
D. Convert Closet Wall into Sliding Wood Doors
1. The floor could be raised so that chancel furniture could be easily stored when desirable.
2. Existing shelving could be rebuilt for more efficient access to banner, bell, and band storage.
E. Convert Existing Chancel Fence into Privacy Fence for Band in Apse
1. The monitor speakers, cable, pedals, and other band equipment would be hidden from view.
2. The instruments and equipment would be somewhat protected from abuse.
F. Move offering plates to altar, wall candles to free-standing holders.
1. The offering plates would be more accessible stored on a shelf in the back of the altar.
2. The candles would no longer smudge the apse ceiling and could be moved when desired.
G. Build shallow cabinets along pulpit side wall to hide cabling.
1. Unsightly existing cabling and plating would be hidden yet accessible.
2. Cabinets could provide additional storage for small worship items.
3. Wood work would be stained to match existing wood and opposite sliding doors.
PHASE TWO: UPGRADE SOUND SYSTEM
A. Replace existing sound board with smaller, digital board including pre-sets.
1. Pre-sets would allow different groups to instantly reset the board for their needs.
2. The current board is very large, complicated, and will soon reach obsolescence.
3. It may be possible to improve the quality of the sound in the nave.
B. Move sound board and video presentation equipment to rear of nave floor.
1. The technician would be able to hear what the congregation hears.
2. The equipment would be more accessible during worship services and events.
3. A locking cabinet would secure the equipment when not in use.
4. The balcony space could become a permanent location for the hand bell choir.
PHASE THREE: INSTALL FLAT SCREEN MONITORS
A. Build custom mounts and install flat screen monitors on either side of the chancel.
1. Flat screen monitors would be more visible in bright daylight.
2. Monitors on either side could eliminate use of the existing screen, which hides the cross.
3. Visual illustrations could be used during sermons at any worship service.
4. Text streaming could help guests, families with children, and the visually impaired to follow along.
5. Should one monitor fail, a second could eliminate the need for a printed bulletin as back-up.
B. Install smaller flat screen monitors as needed for worship leaders to see presentations.
1. Worship leaders could follow the service while making eye contact with the congregation.
2. Worship leaders could more easily use visual illustrations and lead congregational participation.
PHASE FOUR: INSTALL STREAMING VIDEO
A. Install a camera system to broadcast live video of worship services and other events.
B. Run cable and install a monitor in the nursery so parents can follow along while coping with children.
C. Set the live stream to broadcast on the congregational website for shut ins and distant members.
