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- Finishing Touches
- Nave Scaffolding Removed!
- Ceiling Assumption Mural: Conservation in Progress
- Nave Ceiling: Overpaint removal & crack repair
- Ceiling Assumption Mural: Removing Overpaint
- Crucifixion Transept Mural Conserved
- Birth of Christ Transept Mural Conserved
- Sanctuary Scaffolding Removed!
- Sanctuary Gilding In-Progress
- Statue Polychroming In-Progress
- Removal of Overpaint on Crucifixion Artwork
- Conservation of Sanctuary Decoration
- Removal of Overpaint on Ceiling Artwork
- Mock-Up Photos
- September 12, 2022: Mock-Up
- June 6, 2022: Parish Meeting in the Church
- June 1, 2022 Bishop Approves Restoration Project
- Paint Investigation Photos
- May 2-6, 2022: Paint Investigation in the Church
- April 6, 2022: Parish Meeting in the Church
- March 3, 2022: Restoration Appeal Mailing Set Out
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The Mock-up
During the mock-up phase, the historic decoration and color palette revealed during the Paint Investigation will be installed as an example of how the interior will be restored. The mock-up will be located within a contained area of the nave.
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Parish Meeting in the Church
This meeting will involve an opportunity to ask questions and help make more concrete decisions regarding the future of the project. All are welcome to a presentation and meeting on Monday, June 6. The meeting will start around 7:00pm in the church.
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Bishop Approves Restoration Project!
Bishop Gainer and the College of Consultors of the Diocese of Harrisburg approved the Interior Restoration Project. Praise God!
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Paint Investigation in the Church
The paint investigation will reveal large exposures of the original decoration and color in the church during previous eras. By carefully stripping away layers of overpaint, the historic designs will be made visiable for further exploration, research and appreciation. The study will take place in the church May 2-6.
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Parish Meeting in the Church
Father Schlaline and Deacon Livelsberger are excited to share with the parish the possibilities and vision for the interior restoration of our historic basilica. All are welcome to a presentation and meeting on Wednesday April 6 after Stations of the Cross. The meeting will start around 7:30pm in the church.
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Appeal Mailing Sent outOn March 3, 2022 our appeal letter is being sent to parishioners and friends of Sacred Heart Basilica.
