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PROJECT exteriors All Saints Anglican Church, Springfield, MO, embodies historical elements in its design and in the use of actual stone. Limestone Replicates Classic Ecclesiastical Style Indiana limestone realizes congregation's dream for Missouri church. W hen All Saints Anglican Church, Spring- BACKGROUND AND PLANNING and found land for a church of their own in Springfield. field, MO, began the process of creating Development and realization of the project were made They initially purchased a 17-acre estate, then another contiguous 5-acre parcel. a new house of worship, the congregation possible by the contributions of generous donors. Con- had a clear vision. The members hoped for a strong and struction is being carried out in three main segments. A groundbreaking ceremony was held for the new beautiful structure that would express spirituality and Phase one was the erection of the actual church, parish structure in December 2011. Phase one, with more than provide a connection with ecclesiastical architectural hall, and kitchen. Ongoing second and third phases in- 12,000 sq. ft. under roof, embraces the sanctuary, with history. clude construction of an educational wing and a colum- day chapel and narthex, as well as a kitchen-equipped Exterior limestone, quarried in Indiana, was chosen barium. An integral part of this continuing work is a parish hall, administrative areas, sacristy, and priest's to impart these elements to the new church, essential colonnade connection between the school section and office. Less than half that size, Phase two includes a sub- considerations for both the congregation and the build- the church. stantial education section and an arched stone colon- ing's architects. These and other principles guided the John Simmons, chairman of the church's building selection of stone from Indiana Limestone Co., located committee, said the project has been years in the mak- Still to be completed at this writing are a columbari- in Oolitic, IN. ing. The need for a church of its own became clear not um-an area for the respectful retention of cremation long after the founders brought the congregation to- urns-and a patio area off the parish hall. Another un- gether in 2003. usual detail is a quiet area with a gated portal reserved The church, designed by Marshall Waters Woody Architects and built by Brian Beckers Construction, nade to the parking lot. both of Springfield, carries forward traditional con- "We had rented space in a Lutheran church for five struction in its graceful presentation and in the use of years," Simmons said. When the growing congregation In addition to the architectural firm and Brian Beck- real stone. outpaced the room available for them there, they sought ers Construction as general contractor, other Missouri for personal contemplation and reflection. cbpmagazine.com MAY 2015 COMMERCI A L BUIL DING P RODUC T S 25 http://www.cbpmagazine.com

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