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Index : Publications : Articles
: 2001 Articles : Quarter
4 : 11/18
Inside the Vineyard - Articles
about life @ Vineyard Boise
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Rendering of completed project |
Home
for the Harvest
Main building expansion
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Beginning a New Chapter
 As
we celebrate our 12th birthday as a church, we are about to embark on
another great adventure together. In some ways, the last 12 years have
seemed to pass by very quickly. It has been incredible to look back
and realize all that the Lord has accomplished among us.
My greatest
memories are of the times when God challenged us to believe Him for
great things, the times He asked us to break from the status quo and
stretch our faith. During those times, we really experienced His
presence in a special way as we saw Him do the impossible. In Joshua, Chapter
4, God tells the Israelites to place 12 stones next to the Jordan
River as a monument to His faithfulness. Prophetically, I believe that
we too are about to place a 12th stone of remembrance in our history
together
As you know,
Vineyard Boise has continually grown from the start. The Lord has
always been faithful to bless our efforts to evangelize the unchurched
and disciple those who have joined us. this year, we planted a new
Vineyard in Meridian in an attempt to alleviate some of our growth
pains. Amazingly, we have already felled those empty seats with new
people. And one of our youth services is so full that teen-agers are
either sharing seats or standing. Our children's ministry has some
classrooms that are very full, and our mid-week discipleship events
are in constant need of adequate space. We are all aware of the fact
that even our bathroom facilities and foyer are no longer sufficient
for our celebration services on Sundays. I think it is clear that the
time has come to start the process of expansion, so that we don't inhibit
the steady growth that God is bringing to us.
As we commit together
to upgrade and expand our facilities, we are looking at a year of
discomfort, inconvenience and financial sacrifice. This project will
require tremendous faith and teamwork like we have never experienced
before, but in the end we will place our 12th stone of remembrance
together as a people.
We will have an
incredible story to tell our children and future generations a story
of the great things God has among us as we have trusted Him.
Site Plan
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New entry plaza
and passenger drop-off area
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765 total
parking spaces: 621 paved, 144 unpaved
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New landscaping
and lighting
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Bradley Street
extended east to 48th Street
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Q & A
What are the goals of the
expansion project?
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Provide an
efficient and economical expansion and remodel of existing areas
to make optimum use of facilities that will accommodate current
and future church growth patterns.
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Focus on
expansion of highest use areas such as; Adult and Youth
Sanctuaries, Daycare Facilities and Sunday Service Support
Facilities.
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Maintain and
enhance the current "culture" and "expression"
of worship and fellowship of Vineyard Boise.
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Construct
facilities without disruption of Sunday services and other
ministry and office activities.
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Provide a
simple, welcoming and appealing interior and exterior appearance
for both members and visitors.
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Be good
stewards of God's finances and facilities.
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How fast is Vineyard
Boise growing?
Since 1998,
Sunday attendance has risen about 200 people every year.
What's the total
budget for the project?
$2 Million
How many square
feet will the project add or renovate?
New -
21,465
Old - 15,115
Total = 36,580
What is the
timeline for the project?
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Preliminary
design: Completed
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Zoning
approvals: Underway
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General
contractor selection: Completed
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Construction documents:
Underway
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City permit
review: Winter 2001
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Construction
bidding: Winter 2001
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Start of
construction: Spring 2002
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Plan
Sanctuary expansion
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Seating
increased from 660 to 1250
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square footage increased
from 9,800 to 17,500
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New platform and stage area
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New prayer room
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New carpet
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New audio-visual system with
dual video screens
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Additional storage
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Upgrade of mechanical and lighting
systems
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New cry room and separate
nursing room.
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 "Our
current setup can make it hard to see the stage and screen. This
upgrade will create a space that's more inviting for worship."
Casey Corum, Worship Pastor
Covered walkway between main
building and Ezra Center
New youth sanctuary and
chapel
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Seating for 240
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Direct visual access from
lobby
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Close proximity to coffee
area
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Permanent stage platform
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Permanent baptismal tank
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Vaulted ceiling
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Additional uses: wedding
chapel, baptism ceremonies, men's and women's fellowship meetings
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 "We
see potential to grow, but we simply need more room. And we're
looking forward to being back in the main building, so we can stay
connected with the rest of the church."
Trevor Estes, Youth Pastor
New Coffee bar with separate
outside access
Central Lobby
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All main church functions
will be accessible
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About twice the size of the
current lobby
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Information/ministries
counter
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Improved visual and secure
access to daycare
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Main Entry with plaza
fountain, decorative arched colonnade, vaulted ceiling and wood beams,
providing improved sense of building entrance and arrival.
New bookstore with separate
outside access
 "It's
becoming more difficult for ushers and greeters to accommodate
people comfortably. We love that we're bursting at the seams, but
now it's time to blow the walls out and find more seats."
Tempe McFarlane, Outreach
Director
Nursery & preschool
expansion
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Increased capacity of 80
children
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Central check-in &
check-out control
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4 new large classrooms
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Separate restrooms
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Consolidation of all new and
existing classrooms for better security
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Fenced outdoor play area
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 "Knowing
that their children are receiving quality care frees parents to
concentrate on what the Spirit has for them. We need a safe space
that's big enough for the increasing numbers of children."
Tery Nicholson, Nursery &
Preschool Director
New hospitality &
conference room
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Audio/visual center
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Direct visual access from
lobby
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Coffee area with sink and
under-counter refrigerator
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Restroom expansion
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Increased from 500 to 1,020
square feet
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Twice the current number of
fixtures
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New plumbing fixtures
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New partitions
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New tile flooring and
wainscot
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Decorative vinyl wall
covering
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New counters and mirrors
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Baby changing stations
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Answering The Call
The pathway to a fulfilled
vision is prayer, trust and obedience. Each of us - not just a core of
church leaders - must listen and respond to God's call. Not everyone
can give at the same level, but every gift is important. The success
of this giving campaign will be a result of all of us giving what God
has enabled and called us to give.
More than 1,000 households give
regular tithes and offerings to Vineyard Boise. Planned giving and
small sacrifices are the keys to reaching our goal. For example:
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If 1,000 people (about half
of Vineyard Boise) gave up drinking pop for two years, we would
have $438,000 - 22% of our goal.
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If 1,000 people gave up one
latte a week for two years we would have $260,000 - 13% of our
goal.
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If 1,000 households gave up
cable TV for two years, we would have $720,000 - 36% of our goal.
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Commitment
Form
Pledge your
commitment to the Vineyard Boise Building expansion project by
submitting this
form.
 Home
for the Harvest
This stained glass window will
be the centerpiece of Vineyard Boise's new entry atrium. Estimated to
be more than 200 years old, the 12-by-4-foot window features a simple
depiction of an open Bible. Tri and Nancy Robinson purchased the
window from New England Demolition & Salvage in Wareham, MA.
Please direct questions about A
Home for the Harvest to:
Rod
Williams
Campaign director
208.853.1574
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