First Baptist Dallas is still working to learn what can and cannot be saved of the church's historic sanctuary after a devastating fire last Friday.
First Baptist Dallas is still working to learn what can and cannot be saved of the church's historic sanctuary after a devastating fire last Friday.Fire officials say a fire in the historic sanctuary's basement grew into a four-alarm blaze in the heart of Downtown Dallas . Dallas Demolition crews were at the building on Tuesday to help with cleanup and removing debris.The future of the building is still up in the air.
The church says they are actively working to prepare for service at the new worship center on Sunday.First Baptist says they are making progress with the worship center, but there is still much to be done."I'll tell you one thing: One way or another we are going to come together somewhere for worship this coming Sunday," said Lovvorn.Damage from the smoke and flames forced last Sunday's service to be held at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center.
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