This is the old Presbyterian Church in Seward, NE. It was "decommissioned" as a Presbyterian Church a few years ago and has been utilized by another "break-away" group for the past couple years. After they moved on to larger facilities recently, the place was put on the market and purchased by the Seward Area Chamber of Commerce. Pat Coldiron, Chamber Executive Director and others spoke at a recent Open House where they discussed plans for the facility. It has been renamed, "Olde Glory Theatre and Community Hall". Goehner, a small nearby town, has a history of several years of Melodrama performances and may try to duplicate their previous success here. There are other groups that have indicated interest in Theatre use of the building. The relatively new "Fellowship Hall" with a kitchen has potential for many uses. It is "handicap accessible" with an elevator to both levels. Pat and others are very optimistic about its future. I am personally pleased to see the building being utilized as planned. I have a picture of our Kindergarten Rhythm Band standing on the Church steps after having played there for a concert. It was where my Great-Grandmother's funeral was held back in the 1930's. We also worshiped there during the 80's and early 90's; so the place has a lot of precious memories. I don't know how successful it may become in its "reincarnation" but certainly wish everyone involved "God's Favor".
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