Our Building

The sanctuary is designed to represent an ark turned upside down for shelter.  Look up at the ceiling and support beams and you can feel it!

Now look carefully at the front of the sanctuary.  Can you see the water running off the front of the ark?

The Cross was gilded by Michael Salas, a charter member who, with his wife still attends CHUMC.

The small stained glass windows in the ceiling cast rainbows of color on us as we worship reminding us of God's covenant mentioned in Genesis.

The main stained glass window in the sanctuary features the boat and cross that is evident throughout our building.  It was designed a member of the church.

When you visit us, explore and see if you can find the other large stained glass window.  It was originally opposite the "boat" stained glass before the Fellowship Hall was added on.

The Dancers were also designed by a church member.  They represent caring, sharing and loving, tenants of the community here at CHUMC.  They are over the door to welcome all as they enter through the awning covered side entrance.

Christian symbols adorn the main entrance next to the sanctuary.  The Chi Rho, the Dove and the hand pointing to heaven were all designed by a church member to help congregants get into a worshipful frame of mind as they enter the doors.  For more information about Christian symbols and their meaning, click here.

There are many other symbols built into our building, come and explore, ask long time members, we'll be glad to share more of our heritage with you.