Stories ::: Fire on Main Street '23

Church,

A quick update to keep you in the know. Around 11:30p last night, a fire started in Bonsai just a few doors down from where we meet. The first responders were there quickly to keep it contained! So grateful that no one was injured and that stuff can be replaced!

I made my way over to be with Zack and Krista Schuyler. We were able to walk around the buildings and eventually in them. The smoke damage is quite significant in Fortville Music Garage (upstairs) and in the lounge downstairs. They will be meeting with insurance and get the ball rolling on next steps.

As I walked the buildings last night, I took the above photo. I didn’t notice in the moment and Emily actually pointed it out … do you see that cross on the wall from the shadows?! Friends, in the midst of this, this isn’t the way we would want 2023 to start off but let’s keep our eyes on Jesus. He protected this space, the patrons of the businesses and owners, etc.

Will have an update midweek with a game plan moving forward and to offer any ways that you can help with clean up, etc.

For now, here are the specific ways you can help:

  • Pray — for Zack and Krista owners of Fortville Music Garage (FMG), their landlords (Missy & Pete), and the other owners of the businesses.

  • Give — We would like to raise benevolence dollars to help FMG and any other needs that arise from the neighboring businesses. Additionally, we will likely need to replace items. If giving online, please select BENEVOLENCE

  • Consider — Looking at different ways for us to gather .. this might be the time to go to our homes during this short time. Please consider and pray about being a host home for a Sunday. More information and direction to come.

On This Journey With You,

PC

Curt Edmondson