The First Presbyterian Church in Greenville marked a significant milestone as it unveiled its fresh renovations with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Established in 1889 as the home for the church congregation formed in 1881, a mere twelve years after the founding of the City of Greenville, underwent its last significant renovation in 1986 with the addition of a new wing.
Recognizing the need to attract and embrace younger families, the church embarked on a journey of rejuvenation, realizing the importance of updating its facilities to better cater to and nurture these families.
In a proactive move, the church sought input from families, valuing their suggestions for improvement. Embracing the feedback, the church embarked on the much-needed renovations. After a short planning phase, the renovation started in August 2023 and were finished end of January 2024.
Pastor Andrew Gilman explained, that the Church aims to remain relevant to the evolving world around it while staying grounded in the timeless values that define their community and society at large. “We are very intentional about hanging on to the things that matter most, stretching into new areas, and not being afraid to go to places that God is calling us now”, said Pastor Gilman.
“We pride ourselves on being a church that’s a Presbyterian church,” Pastor Andrew Gilman said. “It’s elder-led, it’s Bible-based, Christ-centered, and it’s family-focused.”
The church extends heartfelt appreciation to its elders for their unwavering support, openness to constructive criticism, and willingness to initiate change. Special recognition is also extended to the various committees involved, including the education, renovation, revitalization, and furnishings committees.
Gratitude is extended to the businesses that contributed to the renovation process, namely Garmann Miller, Bruns, and Innovative Office Solutions.
Above all, the church acknowledges the steadfast commitment of its congregation, whose overwhelming support and financial contributions, totaling over $200,000, propelled the project forward.
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