One hundred years after its cornerstone was placed, the historic Chestnut Hill Church building at 344 W. Chestnut St., Lancaster, has been revitalized. Community Fellowship Church (CFC) has completed a 10-month renovation of the landmark and will celebrate the grand opening of its second location with its first public service on Sunday, Nov. 23, at 9 a.m.

CFC will also host a Worship & Prayer Night on Thursday, Nov. 20, from 7 to 8 p.m. and a community open house on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 9 to 11 a.m., both open to the public. Guests are invited to tour the building, meet the pastors, and enjoy live worship. Coffee and refreshments will be served during the open house.

The $4 million renovation, led by Arthur Funk & Sons Construction, preserved the building's architectural beauty while equipping it for modern ministry. The 25,000-square-foot space features upgraded HVAC, security, and audiovisual systems; refreshed gathering areas; a new 75-seat balcony; brightened stained-glass windows; and new classrooms for children.

Nathan White, who relocated from Missouri to help launch the new location, will be the main teaching pastor at Chestnut Hill.

The story behind the project is one of God's timing and provision. As Chestnut Hill Church, an aging but faithful congregation, sought a way to continue its legacy of ministry, Community Fellowship Church was prayerfully searching for a place to expand. Their connection and shared vision has become what both congregations recognize as a clear act of God's orchestration.