What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; what we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal. —Albert Pike
Chapel and Residence Update
Saint Thomas More Chapel is embarking upon a year of renovations to the Chapel and residence. This $5 million project will bring the buildings up to code, restore the Chapel so it can be our worship space for years to come, and make the residence suitable for our chaplains. Construction began in September, with some basic hazardous materials remediation. We anticipate that demolition will begin shortly, followed by the erection of scaffolding to permit work to be done to the Chapel walls and ceiling.
This project, known as "Phase II Construction," will be completed by fall of 2008 and will cost $5 million. George Knight is the architect on the project and Petra Corporation is the general contractor. Read our brochure on Phase II for more information. There are numerous opportunities to support this project at all levels. Some of the naming opportunities include:
Renovation of the Saint Thomas More Chapel
(built in 1938) |
$2,500,000 |
Renovate the Chaplain’s Residence
(built in 1960) |
$500,000 |
| Sanctuary (Altar, Baptistery, Ambo) |
$250,000 |
| Prayer Alcove |
$250,000 |
| Renovate The Lady Chapel |
Taken |
| Long Etched Glass Window (1) |
$150,000 |
| Renovate Chapel Sacristy |
Taken |
| Circular Etched Glass Windows (4) |
$75,000 |
| Organ |
$55,000 |
| Crucifix |
Taken |
| Artwork |
$25,000 |
| Saint Thomas More Chapel Pews |
$10,000/pew |
More House Fund
Thanks to the generosity of people like you, the More House Fund has exceeded expectations and we have surpassed our 2008 goal of $210,000. The More House Fund helps support our staff and program initiatives throughout the year including nearly thirty five events each semester.
New Initiatives Underway:
You are invited to look over the information and opportunities
available on this site. Read our brochure detailing the Phase Ii campaign. See a video highlighting the success of the campaign and learn how you can become a part of the
exciting future of Catholic life at Yale by donating
to the chapel.
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