A gentle wash is applied to the altar. This process was slow and thorough.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Thursday, July 13, 2017
Another perspective of the gentle wash being applied to the altar to restore the color of the marble.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Thursday, July 13, 2017
A section of the concrete floor was drilled for laying the conduit which will protect the electrical wiring to the organ.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Thursday, July 13, 2017
It’s Thursday, July 13, 2017 and some exciting things are happening outside the Shrine Church.
The bricklayers are covering the canopy framework in new bricks that match the old brick of the Shrine Church. This will make for a substantial entryway.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Thursday, July 13, 2017
A close up view of the craftsmanship and balance required in bricklaying.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Thursday, July 13, 2017
The next few photographs try to capture the scale of the north entrance ramp walls.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Thursday, July 13, 2017
Just a slightly different perspective.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Thursday, July 13, 2017
The opening from the narthex to the old restroom ramp is completely closed off.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Wednesday, July 12, 2017
The construction team is working inside the restrooms as well, finishing off the walls.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Lots of activity today, Tuesday, July 11, 2017 both inside and outside of the Shrine Church refurbishment project.
Three new ventilation fans were installed in the narthex today. Here's what it looked like inside.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Tuesday, July 11, 2017
And here is the outside view! (Yes, we're on the rooftop.)
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Tuesday, July 11, 2017
The construction crew installed the base of the stairs which will be hidden behind a wall and lead to the sanctuary.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Tuesday, July 11, 2017
Just another view of the stairs.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Tuesday, July 11, 2017
The canopy roof was sealed today getting ready to complete this part of the project.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Tuesday, July 11, 2017
The last wall of bricks for the north entrance was completed today, July 11, 2017. Once the HVAC pipes are in place, the construction team will pour concrete for the steps.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Tuesday, July 11, 2017
Thought everyone would like to see a different view of the north entrance wall and ramp.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Tuesday, July 11, 2017
We start week six on Monday, July 10, 2017 of our refurbishment project.
The canopy above the north entrance ramp landing is being built today, Monday, July 10, 2017. On those bad weather days, we will have more protection from the rain or snow.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Monday, July 10, 2017
This view is from the north entrance landing where the canopy is being built.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Monday, July 10, 2017
This is the view from Derry Street into the south doorway. This is the wall which will conceal the ramp leading to the sanctuary.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Monday, July 10, 2017
We’ll end today, Friday July 7, 2017 with a few more inside pictures.
The crew began work on the left wall which will conceal the ramp that leads to the sanctuary.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Friday, July 7, 2017
This view is behind the wall at the south entrance doorway. The one step which was previously outside of the doorway will soon be a small ramp.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Friday, July 7, 2017
View into the narthex hallway where just last week were a small ramp and several stairs. Now, it's one larger ramp.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Friday, July 7, 2017
This view is from the Shrine Church entryway. Soon, the entryways that led to the front sacristy and restrooms will be a memory.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Friday, July 7, 2017
On Thursday, July 6,2017, the construction crew continues progress inside the Shrine Church as well.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Thursday, July 6, 2017
This photo was taken at 10:00 a.m. today, Thursday, July 6, 2017.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Thursday, July 6, 2017
And this one was taken at 2:00 p.m.
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Thursday, July 6, 2017
It's Monday, July 3, 2017 and the construction crew is back at it!
Posted by Ramp Up to Renewal on Monday, July 3, 2017
