A large milestone for the restoration of the Shrine took place in the beginning of March with the pouring of the floor slab in the church.
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The radiant heating was laid out in the narthex, and then concrete was poured and finished over the top of it.
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One side of the church was first poured. This process was continued for the other side of the church.
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Even Canon Luke Zignego, Vice-Rector of the Shrine, lent a hand for the concrete pouring!
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Part 1 of Phase II provided a 6” thick, structural concrete slab to the church’s narthex, nave, sanctuary, and basement as a foundation for the subsequent steps in Phase II.
Thank you for your generous support in these difficult times for the Church as you help build a stable home for the Institute in the United States, making visible the reign of Christ the King in all things!
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Conceptual rendering of the U.S. Provincial Shrine of Christ the King interior
The total cost of this first part of Phase II is $765,000.
Would you like to invest in this important project to help ensure the stability and growth of the Institute in the United States of America? We need your help!
With your generous help, we hope to continue with Part 2 before year’s end!
You are helping to build a true throne for Jesus Christ our King in the heart of America. May He, whom you honor with your offering in faith, bless you abundantly and protect you in these turbulent times! Together, let us put Christ's house first.
"Seek first the Kingdom of God and His justice, and everything else will be provided for you."
Matthew 6:33