 Fire at Grass Lake Church
Federated Church of Grass Lake ~ American Baptist & United Church of Christ
On Wednesday morning, January 6th the Federated Church of Grass Lake was engulfed in smoke and flames from a fire that started in the furnace room. Staff members were able to call 911 and evacuate safely. Unfortunately, a newer portion of the building was totally destroyed. The 19th century Sanctuary was saved but was heavily damaged by smoke and water. Pastor Scott Runyon has been overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from area churches and community members. Clergy from Chelsea, Grass Lake and Manchester held a prayer service outside the church on the 7th. A Sunday service of worship will be held next door at the Methodist church this coming Sunday.
Church leaders are currently meeting with staff from insurance and fire remediation companies. These meetings will result in a plan to restore the Sanctuary and move forward with the ministry of the church. Until that plan is complete, the church does not know exactly what offers of help it will need to accept. Therefore, please continue to keep Pastor Scott and his flock at Federated in your prayers. When they know what help is needed they will get the word out through this and other channels.
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