Raise the RoofSt Ben's roofing project in the summer of 2005 was a huge success from many perspectives. Arms and Hammer Roofing removed three previous layers and installed new cedar-shake like roofing. The roofers encountered several challenges including rotten boards, termites in the south house and a couple of design flaws that challenged their ingenuity in providing solutions to the dilemmas. They endured many cold, wet spring days and some hot, sultry June & July days. Throughout all these challenges they displayed a positive attitude of tirelessness and industry. Our hats are off to Curtis Moore and his crew! The roof is paid for thanks to many faithful supporters. Over 500 of you contributed to the project with the total amount contributed being over $112,000 and counting. Nine donors gave $2000 or more, and another eleven gave $1000. This was a great help in jump starting this campaign. However, it was the consistent generosity of so many that ultimately allowed us to reach and surpass our goal. The final figure for the costs, including the downspouts and gutters, was about $80,000. May God bless each of the donors for caring about St Ben's. The monies left over will be used for the upkeep of our facilities since they were donated for capital expenses. Some projects being considered are renovating the Meal Hall to better serve the daily meal, to upgrade the space in order to provide opportunities for showers and haircuts, and generally improve the appearance of the hall so that the meal experience is the best it can be. The Meal Ministry Council has appointed a subcommittee to explore renovating the Meal Hall in the near future to better serve the needs of the guests. If you have any suggestions for improving the space or the service, please forward your ideas to Larry Ampe at 271-0135 ext 13 or email him at lcampe@juno.com
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