In January 2004, a member of the congregation offered the donation of 8.9 acres to Galena United Methodist Church (GUMC) for the purpose of building a new church. In March 2004, GUMC held a charge conference where its members elected to move forward in building a new church. Target move in date is May 1, 2008. Below are updates to the progress towards this goal:
Picture taken March 15, 2005