Bethany Primitive Baptist Church celebrated the Groundbreaking Ceremony for its new 11,810 SF Sanctuary and Fellowship facility on Sunday, January 31, 2010. Excitement about the new building, the beautiful semi-rural site, and a fortunate day of fine weather made for a very special day in the life of this congregation. The church leadership, member families, project manager, contractors, and architects were all in attendance.
This church has a distinguished history of worship and community that reaches back to 1926, first in Atlanta, then in Tucker, and now in Forsyth County, Georgia. Randall-Paulson Architects was awarded design of the new building early last Fall.
The building style is a blend of gothic and craftsman features that utilize brick masonry and stone accents. A light tower near the entry provides a welcome glow to passersby on the street beyond.
The plan is a highly efficient layout that incorporates Gathering Space, Sanctuary, Fellowship and Pastor’s Suite. The light-filled Sanctuary will seat over 250 people in fixed pews in a radial arrangement around the pulpit. A flexible room off the Gathering Space can be used by brides or to help with young children.
Future plans include development of an outdoor courtyard accessed from the Fellowship Room.