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ZUMC Memory Garden

Zellwood United Methodist Church currently has a paved patio with a fountain in the center and raised planters in each corner. The patio is surrounded by classrooms on two sides, the Fellowship Hall on the third and the Sanctuary on the fourth. The concrete patio is in need of major renovation, including the drainage system. It has been used over the years for receptions, Easter Sunrise and Christmas Eve candlelight services, as well as a gathering place for groups during VBS and other activities.

Our plan is to complete this renovation and enhance the beauty of the area, as well as to establish a memory garden. The cost would be offset, at least in part, through sales of engraved bricks in honor or memory of loved ones in our church family.

We will be removing all concrete and one small planter, but leave the corner planters and fountain. Four brick sidewalks would be placed between the existing sidewalks and leading up to the fountain. Remaining areas would be filled with grass, and planters would be redesigned with new landscaping.

Timeline:

April/May- Present plan to congregation and begin sale of engraved bricks.

June/July 2016 - Demolition of existing patio

July/August 2016 - Installation of brick walkways and landscaping

September 2016 - Completion of project , with sales of engraved bricks ongoing