Redevelopment  

After embarking on a redevelopment plan that’s taken us out of the old Newman Center, we’ve successfully settled into our brand new building on Chestnut Street. The new Newman Center is bigger, more modern, and ideal for the large, community building gatherings we hold regularly.

We’ve already hosted many important events in our beautiful new facilities. From our 125th Anniversary celebration to the highly attended visit from Cardinal Zen, Super Bowl parties, retreats, holiday dinners, and public speakers like Emily Wilson, The Culture Project, and more, the new space provides a great environment for members of our community gather together and connect with one another.

Thanks to your generous help, we have completed our first two phases of our redevelopment project!

PHASE ONE: COMPLETE

Timeline: July 2018-December 2018

Renovate the lower level of St. Agatha-St. James.

PHASE TWO: COMPLETE

Timeline: January 2019-August 2019

Renovate the three story building that currently exists on parish property to serve as the new Newman Center.

PHASE THREE: ONGOING

Timeline: Fall 2020

Create a courtyard in front of building and a park along the property on 38th Street.

We’ve begun construction on our new park! The park will reside beside the rectory, where the old parish parking lot used to be. With the goal of providing a tranquil space for prayer, meditation, community, and beauty, our park is will be an escape from the business of the city. To stay updated on how construction is going, be sure to follow us on our facebook page.

Phase Three: The Park

We’ve begun construction on our new park! The park will reside beside the rectory, where the old parish parking lot used to be. With the goal of providing a tranquil space for prayer, meditation, community, and beauty, our park is will be an escape from the business of the city. To stay updated on how construction is going, be sure to follow us on our facebook page.

Naming Gift Opportunities

WE INVITE YOU TO CONSIDER THE LEGACY OF A NAME, PRESERVE A MEMORY, AND INVEST IN THE FUTURE OF THE CHURCH.

Want to leave your mark at St. Agatha - St. James? We need to raise another $150k to complete our phase three construction! Your donation will be greatly appreciated in the ongoing construction of our park and building! We have many exciting ways you can help. Here’s how.

  1. PURCHASE A BRICK, $250

    You can support our park’s construction through purchasing a brick! The bricks are $250 each and you can engrave it with your’s or a loved one’s name, a favorite bible verse, or quote. Click here.

  2. PURCHASE THE MARY STATUE, $20K

    Our Mary statue will complete the prayerful environment that our parishioners and students alike will use daily.

  3. PURCHASE A TREE, $2K

    Help make our park a park! Your donation of a tree will grow as our community grows, benefiting anyone who seeks rest in our green oasis.

  4. GARDEN BREEZEWAY, $50K

    Help complete our gorgeous garden breezeway!

  5. MEETING ROOMS, $10K-20K

    Students and parishioners need places to hold meetings and gatherings. Donating to our meeting rooms is a great way to invest in the future of our mission and students!

  6. BEAUTIFICATION OF THE NEWMAN CENTER, $YOUR PRICE

    Our Newman Center is large and needs art and furniture to make it feel like home! Please consider donating however much you’re able in order for us to make our environment look beautiful and feel welcoming.

Ready to make a donation? Click the button below our contact our development manager, Amy Bishop: abishop@saintsaj.org

 

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