There were 4 bids obtained and they all range between $500,000 - $600,000.

This building will provide accessibility to the elderly people in our parish, as well as, a member with physical limitations to attend funeral luncheons, the bazaar, etc.  Our current building has steps at every entrance.  This is also an opportunity for our parish members to host events at their own church and to support our parish with additional income from rental.

Hopefully in the spring, however, the timeline is also dependent on receiving donations for the building.

The committee has decided to secure pledges in order to have enough funds to complete the project and keep the parish in positive financial standing.

The building will be primarily used for storage until a decision is made as to its use in the future. (whether it be kept or tore down)  The building will be closed up so that there is not additional maintenance costs.

The upkeep and maintenance of the new building should be decreased due to greater efficiency.  The bazaar, fundraisers, and building rental will assist in covering maintenance costs.

Approximately $150,000, but we would eventually run into other problems because of the age of the current building.

Our current septic is sufficient to support the new building.  In regards to the city septic development, if we are already existing there could be a one time assessment charge (as there would be if we remained now), but the City of Urbank will be contacted before building to help ensure no additional costs.

This is negotiable.  The current plan would be to have an office space available for Father and others that have administrative responsibilities to the church.  It can also serve as a place to make copies and hold supplies for the religion teachers.

The size is certainly negotiable.  We are looking for efficiency of space and possible future catering opportunities.

Classes will be held in the new building with dividers separating age groups.

The building will be used for church functions, funeral luncheons, religion classes, weddings, bridal/baby showers, graduations, confirmations, birthdays, anniversaries, fundraisers, etc.

The cost has not been set yet, but will be comparable to the surrounding area.  There will be a Parish member rate and a Non-member rate.

The seating capacity in the current building is under 200 and in the new building will be approximately 275.

You can contact Bonnie Hanson at 12331 Co Hwy 5, Clitherall, MN 56524 to make a donation and obtain the donation form.  The form will also be available in the back of church and on this website.

You can make a pledge of any amount over a 3 year period.  You will be responsible to make a payment (1/3 of the total pledge) annually.  You will be sent a reminder bi-annually.  You can make payments any time throughout the year. 

The preliminary pledge form was used to gauge parish interest in the new building.  We appreciate your support in the early stages of development.  We ask that you would now confirm your preliminary pledge by filling out the new pledge form, which recognizes that you do intend to fulfill your pledge.

Our hope is to one day display a memorial plaque in our center with the names of donors.   A donation/pledge may be made “in honor of” or “in memory of” someone special.  A donation/pledge may also remain anonymous if you so choose. Remember, a donation "in honor of" or "in memory of" someone makes a very nice gift. It is a tribute to that person.

As of 10-8-07,   $200,000 (original donation)
                               $50, 674 (pledges/donations)
                 Total:  $250,674
                  Need: $500,000 + more in donations

The goal is to obtain enough pledges by January 1, 2008.

The project has $200,000 originally committed and any interest made on money donated from this point forward will go toward the project.

Yes!  The congregation will be notified through the bulletin of upcoming events.  Let us know if you have ideas or would like to help!

Money will be given back (excluding interest) or you will have the option to leave the donation with the church for other purposes.  Fundraisers used to supplement donations will not be returned.

Yes! All in-kind donations must be approved and fit into the plan for the building. In-kind donations of labor from a professional (such as a contractor, plumber, electrician, etc.) can be accepted, but the person(s) doing the labor must have current insurance to work under while performing work on the new building. Donations for things such as kitchen cupboards, desks, file cabinets, flooring, paint, varnish, etc. can be accepted as well.

That will depend on the contractor, church insurance/liability and Father.  At this time, the volunteer labor would be limited to painting, staining, varnishing and cleanup.  Please let us know if you would be interested in volunteering your time for painting, staining, varnishing and/or cleanup.

Bob Wippler, Bonnie Hanson, Jan Suchy, Linda Thoennes, Carla Bettin, Clarey Dorn.
Contact Bob Wippler for general questions.

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