The College Park Seventh-day Adventist Church, formerly Columbia Seventh-day Adventist Church, officially opened its newly expanded and remodeled facility on June 22. This event marks the completion of a building project that temporarily relocated services but has now significantly enhanced the church’s capacity.
Highlights of the reopening celebration included:
– A joyous procession from the College Park Christian Academy gymnasium to the new church entrance, led by the Adventure and Pathfinder Clubs
– Responsive reading of Psalm 95:1-7
– Ceremonial key presentation by general contractor Marc Bales to head elder Joe Parmele
– Unlocking of the new doors by Elder Parmele, accompanied by Pastor Hiram Rester, local elder Aggrey Wanyonji, and Marc Bales
– A spirit-filled worship service featuring special musical performances, including a choir number and a solo by local elder Sonita Simelus
– An inspiring message from Pastor Rester, reviewing the church’s journey since 2021 and looking toward the future
– An evening vespers service titled “Holy Spirit, Come,” followed by a prayer walk, dessert and fellowship time
The new facilities expansion project includes:
– A new foyer
– New kitchen
– Additional rooms
– An enlarged, remodeled sanctuary
These improvements provide much-needed space for fellowship, community outreach and spiritual growth.
During construction, the church voted to change its name to College Park Seventh-day Adventist Church to align the church’s name more closely with its affiliated school, College Park Christian Academy.
The College Park Seventh-day Adventist Church invites all to worship with them and experience the beauty of the remodeled and enlarged facility. It is home to a warm, loving and diverse congregation longing to experience Jesus more and more.
Dora Hallock is communication leader for the College Park Church in Columbia, Missouri.
