First Church of the Nazarene in Shelbyville, Tennessee originally
had four separate buildings on their campus, which created challenges
for ministry growth. The sanctuary was also outdated and located
at the far end of the property, making remodeling or expanding this
building impractical.
The McKnight Group proposed connecting and remodeling their existing
buildings and adding a new worship center in between, which created
one facility that would greatly improve their efficiency and ministry
offerings.
 
The new worship center successfully tied the existing buildings together
into one free-flowing complex. The exterior of the new sanctuary
is beautiful, inviting and stands out from neighboring churches in
the Shelbyville community. Around the worship center new classrooms,
conference rooms and a baptistery were constructed. A new foyer connects
two of the pre-existing buildings, providing a “like new” presentation
and feel to the original structures. The McKnight Group also designed
a new master plan for the church, so that as the congregation grows,
the church and its facilities can expand accordingly.
As a result of the new worship center, the entire congregation
is reunited for worship for the first time in many
years. The church has become a sanctuary for the community
and a tool for spreading the Love of God. Membership
remains strong and continues to flourish, while their
ministry offerings have grown and expanded.
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