Discipleship
Rooms that let every age be taught well.
Our story
FaithfulnessGot Us Here
People gave before they could see the result. They prayed for children not yet born.
Those children are here now, and this building has become our ceiling.
Cornerstone CRC
Building for theNext Generation.
Not because we need a bigger building.
Because God has given us a bigger mission.
Where we are today
We are not out of faith.We are out of room.
Our ministry has grown, but our building hasn't.
The same walls that once held us well now limit the very work God has called us to do.
- AccessibilityAging exterior & entranceFoyer & gathering areasInflexible ministry rooms
- Limited gym & recreation spaceLimited youth programmingOffice & reception limitsSanctuary improvements overdue
The opportunity
What Could the Next ChapterLook Like?
01
A Church forEvery Generation
Children. Youth. Young families. Adults. Seniors. Everyone belongs.
A renewed facility should serve people at every stage of life and help Cornerstone prepare for generations, that have not even walked through its doors yet.
02
A Church OpenSeven Days a Week
Not simply about Sunday mornings.
The facility serves people throughout the week.
- After-school programsAlphaCommunity dinnersCommunity eventsConcertsFood bank partnershipsGrief groups
- PickleballSchool partnershipsSenior exerciseSports campsVBSWeddingsYouth basketball
The Building Becomes a Ministry Tool.
03
A Church ThatInvites
We're glad you're here.
The building should reinforce the hospitality already present within this congregation.
- A welcoming entranceBetter gathering spacesBetter ministry rooms
- Clearer reception areaImproved accessibilityUpdated sanctuary
The vision
Three ThingsWe're Praying Toward
Community
Space to eat, mourn and celebrate as one family.
Outreach
An open door on weekdays, not just Sundays.
Life here
This Is WhatWe're Building For
Imagine
Imagine a TuesdayNight Here
Gym lights on. Neighbourhood kids playing.
Down the hall, a small group, and a door that closes.
- 500 children using the gym every week
- Youth inviting their friends
- Community basketball
- Marriage conferences
- Sports camps
- Senior programs
- Emergency shelter
- Vacation Bible School
- Community dinners
- Neighbourhood outreach
- New believers
- Lives changed
That's the opportunity.
In plain terms
What IsBeing Proposed
01
New gymnasium
A new gymnasium connected to the existing church through a covered link, designed first as a flexible ministry and community space.
02
Renovated sanctuary
New theatre-style seating, a larger platform, improved technology potential and accessibility improvements throughout.
03
New entrance & reception
A warmer, clearer and more welcoming first impression, with improved reception and better gathering areas.
04
Larger flex & meeting rooms
More adaptable spaces that can change with the ministry using them.
05
Offices
Improved working and meeting spaces for those who care for our congregation day to day.
06
Accessibility
A proposed lift and other accessibility improvements so that everyone can navigate and participate.
07
East Wing
Renovation of the East Wing to increase its potential for a larger Bethesda tenancy.
08
Exterior modernization
Modernizing the exterior while keeping it warm and inviting, communicating care, hospitality and excellence.
Invitation
Now to HimWho Is Able
“Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more...”
We are asking you to prayerfully consider supporting Cornerstone moving forward with the detailed planning, financing and fundraising required to pursue the vision God has placed before us. There will be a town hall prior to the congregation being asked to make a decision.