Construction Update | July 2022

Phase 2 of our AOM project is nearly complete! Only a handful of small tasks are left in our new building, and we are patiently awaiting an official Certificate of Occupancy! Cleaners have gone through the entire space to get ready for the move-in of our furniture and summer staff. While the interior of the building nears completion, and with favorable summer weather, our crews are actively working outside. New sidewalks have been poured, our parking lot has been repaved, and construction started on our new preschool playground. New safety islands were installed to keep our students away from traffic and heated sidewalks in front of the new school entrance will keep everyone right side up during our classic Minnesota winters.

The final phase of our AOM project, our new Kitchen and Cafeteria, began in June. Demolition crews have been hard at work, prepping the space for new construction. Work has been done to prepare for and install structural steel to support our roof and the future mechanical units. A full list of our in progress projects and how they affect our campus can be found here.

Construction Update | June 2022

This month our crews continued to put finishing touches in our new building as well as started some new projects all across our campus!

Our new building project is 92% complete! The last of our interior finishes were completed and our crews are starting more work outside of the building. Inside of the new building, bleachers were installed in the Parish Activity Center (PAC) for all of our future Saints games and other parish and school activities. Fun flooring designs have been added to our preschool spaces and our fireside gathering space can’t wait to host small groups and great conversations. Installation of tile, carpet, lockers, cubies, and millwork is nearly complete. Outside of our new space, installation is complete for curb lines, drain tiles, and two retaining walls that establish the different play areas and spaces for our students. This month we also gathered special messages, prayers, and memories that will be placed in the building’s time capsule. What a special gift to future generations that will reap the benefits of this great project! Next month sidewalks will be poured, fencing will be installed, and our team will begin landscaping.

You can view a full list of all of the new projects that have been started by clicking here. We are so thankful for your patience during this time of construction and the temporary disruptions they are causing on our campus. Temporary construction walls have been installed for our largest projects which include new church bathrooms and the kitchen plus cafeteria in the school. Demolition has begun and we are excited to see these spaces take new shape! New sidewalks and parking lot islands are being installed with new high energy efficient parking lot light standards to ensure safer pick-ups and drop-offs of our students while walking to and from the new building during the school year. These projects started the first week of June after school let out, and we can’t wait to show you more updates as the projects continue.

Take a look at our progress below…

Phase 3 Construction Update

Starting on Monday, June 6 we will be starting a handful of building projects inside of our currently open buildings.

Click here for a list of areas and functions affected by this construction. Most areas on this list will be closed or non-functional. Note the temporary rerouting plan for each area and know that signage will be posted.

If you are hosting or attending events that are affected by this construction or have any questions, please call the Parish Office at 952-929-3317. 

Special Announcement | May 2022

We are so, so close!

A VERY BIG THANK YOU to all of those who have made the Advancing Our Mission campaign and project a success. Please check out this video message from Father Kevin above for an important update!

And a special bonus! While we were preparing this communication, we received a very generous donation, bringing our total remaining gap to less than $250,000!

We are overwhelmed with your generosity and can't wait to celebrate all that we've accomplished!

Construction Update | May 2022

Our building project is 87% complete! The biggest change this month was in the Parish Activity Center (PAC) which now has finished courts and a stage. We are now seeing the wonderful interior finish selections coming together in our space including classroom doors, bathroom fixtures, whiteboards, and lockers in our hallways and locker rooms. We've also had great progress in flooring, ceiling, millwork, and ceiling tile installations. Our landscaper has begun work on the retaining walls, and soon we will see green grass and new trees throughout the site.

 

This month we plan to finish the ceiling tile installation and continue with carpet and millwork installations, as well as the anticipated delivery of our new playground equipment! Take a look at our progress below…

Construction Update | April 2022

Our building project is over 80% complete! The perimeter of the building is now completely enclosed except for some purposeful openings for heating and deliveries. There have been so many gifted and talented teams in our space this month working on many different projects. Those included installation of our gym floor, interior doors and windows, floor, wall, and ceiling tiles, cabinets, and paint. We can truly see our space coming to life!

 

This month we plan to have carpet, lockers, ceilings, painting, and elevator installation complete. Our OPUS team is anxiously awaiting the ground to be dry to get started on exterior projects. Take a look at our progress below!

Construction Update | March 2022

How exciting to walk through our new building and see all that has come together for this project! Paint and flooring began to fill the space this month. Our building project is 77% complete which allows for design elements and fixtures to begin their installation including basketball hoops, a court divider, sinks, and toilets.

We were so thankful to our Opus partners for allowing members of our community to see the space for themselves at our Parish Activity Center (PAC) floor signing event on February 27. Over 1,100 people walked down our newly installed grand staircase, made their mark, and left their legacy on the subfloor of our new space. It was great to gather so many for this important part of our history, and to be able to see and hear stories of years past throughout our new space. Click here for more pictures and recap of the event.

Construction Update | February 2022

Our building project is 70% complete! Windows around the perimeter of the building have been installed and make for glorious light during the day at our worksite. Drywall is up all around the space and the first coats of paint have been applied. Leveling and tiling has begun in many of our spaces and lighting is set to go into our Parish Activity Center soon. Work has just begun in installing our grand staircase and athletic equipment will be installed in early March.  

 

It has been a joy to bring many of our school teachers and staff into our new space. All are welcome to join us on February 27 from 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM to walk down the grand stair case, walk into our fully painted and lit Parish Activity Center (gym and performing arts stage), and sign your name on the gym's subfloor.