Oak Grove United Methodist Church Roxboro, NC

Press Release for Oak Grove United Methodist Church, Roxboro, NC

Today the Oak Grove United Methodist Church of Roxboro, North Carolina voted unanimously to begin their Strategic Master Planning for the addition of new facilities. Plans call for renovation of the present sanctuary and new construction to include a fellowship hall with educational space. They will also be developing a columbarium to be added to their present cemetery.

Oak Grove UMC is a historic church having been established in 1820. Throughout its history it has been known for the family atmosphere of the warm and welcoming congregation. Presently Reverend Diane LeBlanc is the pastor. Since coming to Oak Grove UMC, she has been instrumental in expanding both the children’s and youth ministries.

Pastor LeBlanc, whose birthday was celebrated today also, said, “This is the most exciting time in our history. This expansion will allow us to continue the growth that we have been experiencing as we minister to the community.”

Kevin C. Goins , senior partner of Trinity Design Group is the architect for the project based out of Nashville Tennessee. Construction is slated to begin late in 2009 or early 2010. The plans will develop new fellowship space with classrooms to provide for the increasing needs of both the children and youth of the community. A new kitchen will also be developed allowing the church to provide ministry to various groups as they use the church’s facilities. The music ministry, which is also expanding, will receive renovated space as well.

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