Building for the Future
In April 2026 our lease at Longview Elementary expires and we must find a new home. This Journey for our church family has begun!
Important Update
The Lord has blessed GRC in finding a potential new short-term home! We are looking for congregational support in this decision. Please click the button below to find details and pictures of this new promising location.
Vision
From our Constitution and Bylaws, the purpose of this church shall be to proclaim the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, to witness to the lost with a view of their being brought into a saving knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ, to teach the Word of God, and to encourage godly living by the believers. (Eph 4.12)
Growth
Embrace new members with Christian love as modeled in the Bible and help them grow in the knowledge, love and service of our Lord Jesus Christ.
To support the vision, we need a facility which is inviting and allows space for worship.
We seek a facility which provides a welcoming atmosphere and as a minimum has adequate seating for a regular attendance of our young church
To support the vision, we need a facility which is inviting and allows space for worship.
We seek a facility which provides a welcoming atmosphere and as a minimum has adequate seating for a regular attendance of our young church
Facility
Our goal is to find a location to support our current membership and financial capacity by April 2026.
Necessary attributes:
- Welcoming foyer
- Worship area
- 3 classrooms
- Nursing mothers’ space
- Restrooms
- Storage
- Adequate parking
Other desired attributes:
- Small kitchen
- Luncheon area
- Up to 8 classrooms
- Office space
- Outdoor green area with playground
- Baptismal front
Current Status
Based on current figures and data, here is where we currently stand.
2023 Budget
- Rent: $43,200 allocated for both the school and the Franklin office ($3,600/month)
- Affords us ~$500k loan, needing to raise up to $175k for down payment
- Utilities: $1,920 ($160/month)
- Insurance: $2,427, covers property policy and a General Liability policy
Attendance & Space
- Our move-out date from Longview Elementary has been extended! The new date is April 2026 (previously June 2025)
- Today we have ~200 attendees and the area used is 7,500 sq ft
- Building committee estimates ~8,000 -12,000 sq ft to accommodate current attendance, plus growth
Building Team
Richard Holmes, Adam Botterbusch, and Rachel Smith
Finance Team
Richard Holmes, Amanda Corbett, and Aaron Yonkers
The Plan
Short-Term
Lease / Warehouse Buildout
Estimated Monthly Cost: $5,000 - 20,000
Retail Space
Sunday Rental Only
Existing Church
Williamson Co. School
Maury Co. School
Details to be considered:
Cost
Lease duration
Availability
Retail Space
Sunday Rental Only
Existing Church
Williamson Co. School
Maury Co. School
Details to be considered:
Cost
Lease duration
Availability
Long-Term
Buy Land & Build
3+ acres: ~$500k
Option 1: Traditional Church Build
Estimated Cost: $1.5M - $2.0M
Option 2: Pre-engineered Building
Estimated Cost: ~$500k
Details to be considered:
Down payment
Monthly payments
Terms
Location
Option 1: Traditional Church Build
Estimated Cost: $1.5M - $2.0M
Option 2: Pre-engineered Building
Estimated Cost: ~$500k
Details to be considered:
Down payment
Monthly payments
Terms
Location
Current Actions & Needs From You
Actions
- Prayerfully consider at least an increase in personal giving
- Prayerfully consider a one-time gift or giving when you have extra
- Explore fundraising opportunities
- The team is looking for both ideas, and people! Please reach out if you are interested in helping
- Buildingteam@gracereformed.org
Needs
- Transparency
- Patience
- Suggestions & ideas
- Prayer:
- In selecting a temporary, short-term, home
- Raising funds to purchase land
- Getting approval from lenders for building
Updates
Potential Short-Term Location
March 21st, 2024
The Lord has blessed GRC in finding a potential new short-term home! We are looking for congregational support in this decision. Please click the button below to find details and pictures of this new promising location.
Congregational Meeting
February 11th, 2024
Congregational Meeting
December 3rd, 2023
Congregational Meeting
August 27th, 2023