During the month of September, the Re-imagining Committee will be presenting our initial findings for congregational input. Below is a summary of our findings.

Problem Statement

Our committee has identified multiple issues facing the church and its buildings in the next 50 years, including:

• Fire risk as electrical infrastructure ages
• Insurance costs increase with building age
• Occupancy restrictions limit leasing potential
• Ministries constrained by inflexible spaces
• Missed opportunities for community engagement

Goals

We identified goals for our space going forward, rooted in the mission of “Love, Serve, Grow.” We commit to these goals with discernment – a recognition that faithful listening to God and community means being willing to revise.

• Love: Exude rest, safety and belonging for church members and the larger Redmond community
• Love: Feel distinct and recognizable – stands out as Redmond UMC
• Serve: Connected & integrated with the larger Redmond community
• Serve: Flexible to support many space use options, with a “can-do” attitude
• Grow: Financially solvent and supportive of future growth

Options

The first step we’re taking is evaluating different scope levels to determine what best meets our building goals and addresses issues.

• Continuing operating in our existing spaces
• Rennovate the Education Building, maintaining the existing shell/structure
• Replace the Education Building (and/or Chapel)
• Redevelop the Education Building/Chapel, plan for future Sanctuary replacement
• Redevelop the entire site

We need your feedback! You can provide comments after our presentations in service, via email: reimagining@redmondumc.org or by talking to a member of the Reimagining Team. You can also scan the QR code below for more information and all our presentations.

The Reimagining Team: Adam Robinson, Courtney Anderson, Peter Whyman, Rebecca Mayes, Scott Biethan, Samer Karim & Yvonne Agduyeng