UNITY OLDLAND METHODIST CHURCH
Established 2004
The lightning strike of 2006
The chapel at West Street re-opened for Sunday morning services on 13th August. Apart from repairing the damage caused by the lightning strike on June 12th, some additional and necessary work was carried out to strengthen the roof at a cost of approximately £1000 to Chapel Funds. This work was unrelated to the storm damage but was necessary because of weakness in the roof. With the scaffolding already in place and a contribution from Methodist Insurance, who provided the other £1000 needed, it became a economical way of securing the safety and value of the building.
Everyone concerned with the Church Council who worked so quickly together and led by the Rev Andrew Prout are to be congratulated that the church was only out of use for a day over two months. This was a tremendous achievement for which all members of the church were extremely grateful.
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Click on the pictures
below for a larger version Friday 11 August |
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| With the scaffolding almost gone, the church will re-open for services on Sunday 13 August | |
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The damaged part of
the church is covered up so that repair work can start |
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| Until repairs are complete, Sunday morning services will be held at North Common Village Hall and evening services in the schoolroom. | Let's hope these covers work during the recent heavy showers! |
Click on the pictures below for a larger version.
Tuesday 13 June
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Last updated: 10/11/2006