This summer wasn’t just busy with camps and ministry—it was also a season of transformation inside our church walls. In this episode of Upon Further Review, Dr. John Hall and Cody Kitchen welcome special guest Justin Friesen, Field Street member and the general contractor who led the sanctuary remodel.

Together, they pull back the curtain on what it really takes to blend the traditional beauty of our sanctuary with a modern refresh—all while keeping the cross as the unmistakable centerpiece. With the last remodel dating back to 1997, this update carries both historical significance and spiritual purpose.

In This Episode:

• What a general contractor does (and why Justin was the right man for the job)

• The purpose behind the remodel: honoring tradition while embracing a modern aesthetic

• The step-by-step process of remodeling a sacred space

• Unique design and construction challenges along the way

• The “aha!” moments where it all came together

• The breathtaking stonework and the cross that now captures every eye

• The transformation that stood out most to Justin as both a contractor and a church member

This conversation is more than construction details—it’s a testimony of how even brick, stone, and design can point us back to the glory of God.