Summer 2008 Project Profile: First Baptist Church of Hollister

General contractor: Volunteer construction groups, some through Missouri Baptist Builders

Architect: Ross Williams Architects

Engineers: OS Engineering LLC of Brookline, structural; Don Tate of Reeds Spring, mechanical, electrical and plumbing; and Rozell Engineering Co. of Branson, civil

Estimated cost: $800,000

Pastor Danny Hartwell said his congregation will have a new worship center by the end of the year. The church's former home at 499 Presbyterian St. burned in March 2006. With 12,000 square feet, the new church will be smaller than the old one but will allow for expansion as needed. Hartwell said several smaller area church groups have volunteered to help with detail work when the church is closer to completion.

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