History of First United Presbyterian Church - Fayetteville (continued)

The additions included a new multi-purpose building (named Witherspoon), covered walkways, a new kitchen, new classrooms/daycare space, an office complex, amphitheater, additional lighted parking, handicap accessible restrooms, library, elevator, patio gathering space, and a complete landscaping overhaul. Furthermore, the older church buildings were extensively renovated and renamed from A Building to Calvin and B Building to Knox. The narthex and fellowship hall were also renovated. The construction costs were $3,363,000, with additional expenses that brought the entire project to $3,846,626. Through the generosity and commitment of the congregation, the church concluded the project with a debt of only $1.4 million. During this period, the church's mission statement became "A Light on the Hill."
Though justifiably proud, the congregation is additionally thankful for the fruits of the Spirit that have led them into community involvement and leadership.

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