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One of the items arising from our last building condition report – which had been glowering at us from our never-ending to-do list for a little too long – was to move the headstones that were leaned up against the west outside wall of the church.
Read more “Getting a-head (stone)”
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We are delighted to say that we have resumed Sunday morning meetings at the church.
Read more “A Cautious Reopening”
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In the light of the national lockdown announced on 4 January, we have regretfully taken the decision once more to suspend all in-person meetings at East Leake Baptist Church.
Read more “And Closed Again!”
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Last Sunday we had our first meeting in the refurbished chapel. It was also the first time we had been together in person since 15 March, just before the first UK national lockdown began. It has been a long nine months.
Read more “We Are Back!”
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I thought it would be fun to post some photographs comparing the church sanctuary before the refurbishment and after. Enjoy!
Read more “Before and After”
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The decorators have finished in the sanctuary and and it looks amazing! See below for some photographs of the final result.
Read more “Decoration Complete”
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The refurbishment work to the chapel is now expected to be complete by the end of August, which is great news. The upgrades to the lighting have had to be delayed until later in the year because we have missed the window of opportunity in the bat roosting calendar to work in the roof space.
Read more “Refurbishment Update”
coronavirus
The easing of the Coronavirus lockdown rules has meant that places of worship can now begin reopening, albeit subject stringent restrictions on what is permitted to take place.
The Baptist Union, of which we are a member, has published guidance on reopening. In particular, they note that “The requirements for the safe opening of church buildings are extensive… Above all, we encourage you not to rush to re-establish gathered corporate worship but only to do so prayerfully and after the widest possible consultation.”
Read more “On Reopening our Building”
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The last couple of weeks have seen more progress as the underfloor heating system has been completed and the engineered oak boarding laid on top. You can really start to see now the amazing space that is being created.
Read more “The Floor is Laid”