Update on the Building Project – July 8, 2025
Dear Church Family,
Thank you for your questions, ideas, and thoughtful engagement about the future of our building and our church. I’m grateful to be in a community so committed to discerning a sustainable, faithful path forward. Here are a few important updates:
Our hope is to design a project that thoughtfully honors the historic character of the neighborhood. Planning within the framework of the historic district — through a careful merger of our existing structure with new construction — strengthens the project. It allows future residents to integrate into the life of the neighborhood, rather than creating division or tension.
We want to emphasize: no decisions have been made.
We are exploring a range of opportunities, and every decision will be rooted in our mission and values. At the heart of it all is our commitment to be a grace-filled partner in building beloved community here in Central Oregon.
With gratitude and hope,
Rev. Jen Stuart
Want to learn more about what is happening with Bend Church and the future of the building? Watch this video for the origin of the discussion. For the full sermon, go to our YouTube page and watch the online service for June 1, 2025.