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First Presbyterian Church of Deerfield 824 Waukegan Rd.
Deerfield, IL 60015
“Now faith is the certainty of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.”
—Hebrews 11:1
Have you ever thought about the incredible forward-thinking of the Medieval architects who constructed the soaring cathedrals of Europe? Often, as these cathedrals were being built, the forests that supplied the timber for these marvelous edifices were managed sustainably to ensure a continuous supply of timber for construction and maintenance in the future. In 150 years, young saplings would become the strong timbers needed to replace worn-out or damaged beams. The architects planted cathedral forests and planned for the health of the building even as it was being built.
These cathedral forests are the ultimate examples of a deeply grounded faith; trees were planted with the assurance that these sacred centers would still be active decades later, and when that sacred space needed repair, the necessary timber would be ready and waiting. Planting was an act of faith, a confidence in the long-term vitality of their faith community.
Our beautiful church is not quite a Medieval cathedral, but it is “Deerfield’s cathedral,” its stately tower lifted in the heart of the downtown. It is now our time to “plant cathedral trees” to provide for our sacred space’s future and sustain our church’s hope-filled presence in the community.
faithworks, the capital campaign for First Presbyterian Church of Deerfield, asks you to help us rebuild, renew, and rejoice.
Like the early cathedral builders who planted forests for the long-term vitality of their congregations, we are asking that you take part in not only the physical renovation of our spiritual home but also in the long-term optimism and possibility for our congregation many years into the future. The faith exemplified by building out into the future “is the certainty of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1).
REBUILD: Tower Masonry and Bell Repair
Rebuild the bell tower and let the bell ring out.
REBUILD: Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Rebuild the climate control of our building and ensure a safe and healthy environment for all who join us.
RENEW: Sound System and On-line Ministry Upgrade
Renew our commitment to hearing God’s word and reach out to the world.
RENEW: Renovate and Revitalize
Renew our existing spaces and invest in the future of our church.
REJOICE: Mission Giving
Rejoice in recognizing that we are blessed and called to serve those who need to experience Jesus’s radical love.
REJOICE: Giving Supports Sustainability
Rejoice in providing for our sacred space’s future and assure that our planning will sustain those who come behind us.
As we care for and sustain our spiritual home at First Presbyterian Church of Deerfield, join us in becoming “planters of cathedral forests” in the wider world. Planting trees is a sustainable and cost-effective way to improve the health and vitality of at-risk communities that are our neighbors. Watch our church E-blasts and website for the times and places where you can join in the long-term optimism that planting a tree represents. Contribute to the well-being of future generations; become a planter of trees.
“The plans of the Lord stand firm forever, the purposes of His heart through all generations.”
—Psalm 33:11
