Sanctuary & Social Renewal Project
The Sanctuary & Social Hall Renewal Project is the next step in implementing the BCRC Master Plan!* We have already taken several steps to implement the plan:
• New sanctuary paint job done to match our facility master plan.
• New wood chairs with comfortable and attractive upholstery.
Phase I
Movable Wall – A room divider similar to what you see in meeting halls. The movable wall has transformed our space already. It gives our sanctuary a ‘finished’ look, provides soundproofing and full separation of our most valuable community space, and enables us to further strengthen our community by having simultaneous events (i.e, a parent coffee in the social hall while Hebrew School activities occur in the sanctuary.)
Phase II - now underway!:
Thanks to your generous donations, summer we are constructing a permanent bimah to finally replace our temporary setup (see picture at right with place holders for ark and furniture). This project will include a spiritual Jerusalem stone wall backdrop integrated with the bimah, with recessed lighting and built-in space for a permanent ark. Along with the movable wall and new seating these changes will begin to give our sanctuary the feel of a permanent worship space.
Phase III
Ark – A permanent carved wooden ark. Our current portable ark which has served us well will be able to transition to use when we hold services in other locations such as the library. Design proposals are currently being solicited.
Bimah Furnishings - New bimah furnishings to include reading table and lecterns
Donations at certain levels will be publicly and permanently recognized as sponsors but even the smallest amount will be much appreciated, and will receive recognition. Please read the details of our new recognition program for donors.
You now have two vehicles available to make donations:
1) Give through your BCRC account by clicking here and donating to Sanctuary & Social Renewal Project. Be sure to use this donation account to ensure your contribution is applied correctly.
2) Use our new Givebutter donation portal to make donations quickly and easily, directly to this campaign. Please inform your friends and family of this tool so that we can broaden our base of support!
* While there have been some changes to our design since the Master Plan was produced in 2018, such as the new placement of the kitchen and the orientation of the sanctuary, we are still dedicated to carrying out the spirit of this plan, which was intended to minimize business park feel and create a welcoming sense of identity for our house of friends.