Trinity UCC undertakes construction project to build outreach

Keeping in step with the United Church of Christ denomination’s goal to provide an extravagant welcome to all, Trinity UCC of Jasper has a construction project underway to provide easier access to the sanctuary and main building.

“The church believes no matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey you are welcome,” they announced in a press release. The changes will make it easier for community members to enter the church and learn about their beliefs.

Trinity UCC has been part of the Jasper community since 1898. The present sanctuary was built in 1966. In 1997, a major addition west of the sanctuary added classrooms and rooms for community use.

In 2016, the church started a campaign entitled “God’s Home Improvement”, which included a series of improvements focusing on hospitality for the Jasper community. This present project is the most extensive to date and with the planned improvements, 52 years later, the north corner of 8th and Clay Street will change again.

The main scope of the project will provide much-needed accessibility and visitor parking spots. A new concrete drive and a relocated entrance and exit will allow an easier way to drop off church members under a wider, taller canopy.

Jasper Lumber, Inc. is the general contractor and plans to have the project completed by the middle of December, 2018.