Holy Taxiarhai &Saint Haralambos

Greek Orthodox ChurchGeneral Assembly

Our Expansion Project – Inspired By FaithNovember 5, 2015

A Few Things to Think About

• A 2015 research study found that in the U.S., the number of adults who identify themselves as Christians fell by almost 10% in the past seven years.– 78.4% (2007) to 70.6% (2014)

• In the age group from 18 to 29, 36% have noreligious affiliation.

Source: http://www.pewforum.org/2015/05/12/americas-changing-religious-landscape/

How About Greek Orthodox Christians?

• Statistics compiled by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America from 1996 to 2014 show:– The number of Baptisms dropped by over 19%

• 7,155 (1996) to 5,816 (2014)– The number of Weddings dropped by over 38%

• 3,855 (1996) to 2,400 (2014)– Sadly, the number of Funerals increased by 31%

• 3,313 (1996) to 4,362 (2014)

• The good news is that there were 33% more Baptisms than Funerals.

How Can We Even Consider an Expansion?

Our Parish Is Unique!

From 1976 until 2014, Greek Orthodox weddings in the Americas dropped by 50%.But during that same timeframe, the Saint Haralambos Parish grew from 60 Stewards to over 650.

With the help of our Stewards, our Parish purchased land, built a Community Center

and a church, and we paid for all of it.

Our Greek Schools have grown to the point where we now have over 240 students!

Dozens more, including children, teens, and adults, are involved in our many ministries.

Where Do We Go From Here?

• To ensure the future of our faith, our heritage, and our community, we must connect closely with our Parishioners and their children.

• This can best be done by continuing to support and grow the ministries of our church.

How Can We Support Our Ministries? Financial Support Clergy & Volunteers

Facilities – Unfortunately, the accommodations available to our ministries are lacking.– Not enough classrooms– Not enough meeting areas– No athletic facilities– Outdated kitchen– No auditorium– Small dining hall

Upgrading Our FacilitiesThe Expansion Project includes two major components:

1. A renovation of the existing classrooms and Community Center.

2. The construction of a new gymnasium / multipurpose center.

Proposed Site Plan

New Gymnasium / Multipurpose

Room

New Building with youth center, classrooms,

meeting rooms, offices

and storage

New Kitchen

ExpandedParking Lot

with 200 spaces

Renovated Community Center

with classrooms, offices, bookstore and

chapel

Renovated Lobby

Renovated Existing Space

Three AdditionalClassrooms

Updated Bathrooms

School Directors’

Office

Four Pre-school Rooms with private

restrooms

Expanded Lobby

Chapel

Bookstore

Existing Church Offices(no changes)

Existing Entrancefrom Parking Lot

Expanded Lobby & Book Store

Chapel

Four Pre-School Rooms• Classrooms will meet all DCFS

standards• Private restroom attached to each

classroom• Natural lighting• Technology friendly• Access to enclosed playground

Seven Classrooms• Three classrooms in the renovated

building• Four classrooms in the new building• Classrooms will meet all DCFS

standards• Technology friendly• Natural lighting

New Building – 1st Floor

Internal Storage (for tables, chairs, etc.)

Retractable Stage

External Storage (for Food Festival and

other outdoor items)

Gymnasium /Multipurpose Room

Two AdditionalClassrooms

Storage / OfficesFor Philoptochos

andPTAs

Kitchen AreaEntrance from

Parking Lot

Library / Meeting Room

Retractable Bleachers

MultiPurpose Gymnasium / Auditorium / Reception Hall

Kitchen

Refrigerator and Freezer Units

Serving Window / Concession Area

Lockable Storage Dishwashing Area Prep and Cooking Area

New Building – 2nd Floor

Two Additional Classrooms

Three StoryElevator

Youth Center

New Building – Basement

Three StoryElevator

Open Storage(to be configured)

Does It Meet Our Needs?Problem Solution

1. Outdated Classrooms All of the classrooms will be completely redone. Preschool rooms will meet all DCFS standards and will have private bathrooms.

2. Shortage of Classrooms We will have 11 classrooms available to the schools.

3. Shortage of Meeting Areas The Youth Center will be available for all youth ministries, and we will have several additional meeting rooms and access to the multipurpose room for large groups.

Does It Meet Our Needs?Problem Solution

4. Outdated / Small Kitchen The kitchen will be completely redone and will be over twice its current size.

5. Shortage of Storage Space The entire basement in the new building will be designated for storage. We will also have several storage rooms throughout.

6. Shortage of Parking Spaces We will add over 50 new parking spaces and have 200 spaces in total.

7. No Gymnasium / Multipurpose Room

We will finally have our own multipurpose room to be used as a gymnasium, auditorium and banquet facility.

How Much Will It Cost?• $6 million, based on initial contractor bids and

potential cost-saving ideas.• To put that in perspective:

– Our existing Community Center cost about $780,000 in 1983

• Adjusted for inflation, the same building would cost about $1.9 million today.

– Our church and offices originally cost $1.6 million in 1987

• Adjusted for inflation, the same structures would cost about $3.3 million today.

– Roughly $5.2 million (87% of our expansion cost) was raised by a community less than half our current size.

When Will It Be Done?• There are two ideal start dates – July (right

after the Food Fest) and February.• The start date will depend heavily on

fundraising. We need at least 40% on hand to break ground.

• Construction will take about 1 year• All attempts will be made to minimize the

disruption to the schools and the Parish, while balancing the related costs.

How Will We Pay For It?By working together and

all doing our part, just like our community has done throughout its history!

We need Leaders, Visionaries and

Benefactors.

We have about $1 million raised already, but no major donor has come

forward yet.

Leaders Commitments ranging from $5,000 to $50,000 Donors will be identified on the recognition

wall. Three randomly selected Leaders will represent

this group during the Groundbreaking and Opening Ceremonies.

If the average Steward commits

$10,000 over 3 years ($278 per

month), the entire cost of the project

will be covered!

Visionaries Commitments from $100,000 to $250,000 Sponsoring various areas of the project,

including each classroom, the youth center, the library, the playground, and the chapel. Visionaries will be identified in their

sponsored area as well as on the recognition wall. They will also take part in the

Groundbreaking and Opening Ceremonies.

Benefactors• We are depending on a few Benefactors who are

inspired by their Faith to lead the way for our Parish. Benefactors will receive prominent recognition within

the school, inside the multipurpose gymnasium, or on the outside of the multipurpose building. They will also be identified on the

recognition wall. Benefactors will be invited to

serve an important role in the Groundbreaking and Opening Ceremonies.

What Can You Do?• Pledge!

– Make your 3-year commitment. Forms are available tonight!

– Contact Rubine, DeeDee or the church office with any questions.

– Donation materials will also go out in the mail soon.

• Spread the word! – Tell others what you heard tonight and share the

excitement.

Your Donation Is Tax Deductible

Please consult a tax professional to compute your exact savings!

Tax BracketAnnual

DonationPotential Tax

SavingsPotential Net Cost

of Annual DonationPotential 3 Year Cost of Donation

25% $3,333 $833 $2,500 $7,50028% $3,333 $933 $2,400 $7,20033% $3,333 $1,100 $2,233 $6,70035% $3,333 $1,167 $2,167 $6,500

39.60% $3,333 $1,320 $2,013 $6,040

$10,000 Commitment over 3 Years

Tax BracketAnnual

DonationPotential Tax

SavingsPotential Net Cost

of Annual DonationPotential 3 Year Cost of Donation

25% $1,667 $417 $1,250 $3,75028% $1,667 $467 $1,200 $3,60033% $1,667 $550 $1,117 $3,35035% $1,667 $583 $1,083 $3,250

39.60% $1,667 $660 $1,007 $3,020

$5,000 Commitment over 3 Years

Impact to Annual Expenses

• Known Offsets - $20,000 per year– Parking lot rental– Culver rental fees

• Potential Offsets– Hosting larger fundraisers on site– Gymnasium / banquet hall rental opportunities– More Greek school revenue– More efficient environmental controls– More Stewards and/or Higher Stewardship!

• Plan on an annual increase of $50 per Steward

Expense Paid in 2014

50% Increase Due to

Expansion

Annual Impact Per

Steward1

Utilities 24,026$ 12,013$ 18$ Insurance 30,321$ 15,160$ 23$ Repairs & Maintenance 32,064$ 16,032$ 25$ Janitorial Wages & Supplies 41,418$ 20,709$ 32$ TOTAL 127,829$ 63,915$ 98$ 1 Based on 650 Stewards

Summary of The Project

INITIAL COMMITMENT

$5,000 Pledge

$10,000 Pledge

Annual Payment 1,667$ 3,333$ Annual Tax Savings1 (550)$ (1,100)$ Annual Cost 1,117$ 2,233$ Total Cost for 3 years 3,350$ 6,700$ 1 Based on 33% tax rate, itemized deductions and no limitations.

IMPACT TO ANNUAL

STEWARDSHIP220%

Mortgage30%

Mortgage40%

Mortgage

Mortgage3 119$ 178$ 238$ Additional Expenses 50$ 50$ 50$ TOTAL INCREASE 169$ 228$ 288$ 2 Based on 650 Stewards.3 Mortgage amounts calculated with a 5% rate over 30 years.

• Project Cost of $6 Million• 1 Year to Complete, starting July or February• Must have 40% on deposit to break ground• Mortgage Options of 20%, 30% or 40%• In the 1980’s our Parish, which was half the current size, took on

projects that were comparable to a $5.2 Million project today.

Discussion