Indiana—The Muncie Church family rejoiced Oct. 15 as they celebrated the completion of their new church sanctuary. It took over 12 years, many long hours, and a lot of hard work, but they were thrilled to finally be able to worship in their new sanctuary.

Gary Thurber, Indiana Conference president, was guest speaker for the special dedication service. Dwight Kruger, Muncie pastor, traced the history of the project and presented a plaque to several men in the congregation who helped with interior work. Following a fellowship dinner, Olga Schmidt, from Yucaipa, Calif., shared her musical talent on the new church organ, which was also dedicated that day.

Irene Miller, a former church member and owner of Miller's Flower Shop in Muncie, ignited the dream of a new church sanctuary by leaving an endowment in her will. The old sanctuary was way too small and the congregation was in desperate need of more room. God richly blessed the congregation with the endeavor, and funds always came in just as supplies were needed. Everyone was a willing worker or a prayer partner, and many gave money for a new church sanctuary for the glory of God in Muncie.

Judith Yeoman, Indiana Conference correspondent, as shared by Judi Thomas, Muncie Church communication leader