Facts

Location  |  Schertz TX 

Year Completed  |  2013

Type of Project  |  New Construction

Services Provided  |  Full Architectural Services

Contractor  |  W.R. Griggs Construction

Photos  |  Fisher Heck

Thoughts

This elegant new 350-seat church was meticulously positioned on the campus to honor the congregation’s long-term master plan, standing as a fresh chapter alongside the original worship building, which has since been thoughtfully repurposed into a vibrant parish hall. One of the project's most significant achievements was the preservation of the site's natural character; by carefully foot printing the new sanctuary among a grove of majestic, mature oak trees, we were able to minimize tree removal and protect the expansive natural shade that is so vital for the church's outdoor gatherings and community events.

Inside, the design creates a profound bridge to the past by incorporating historic stained glass panels that had been held in storage for years, now beautifully restored and installed to bathe the new interior in a familiar, sacred glow. From the exterior, the church presents an inviting face to the surrounding neighborhood, anchored by a newly commissioned round stained glass window and a graceful spire that together serve as a warm, recognizable landmark, signaling a message of welcome and spiritual home to all who pass by.