Christ Chapel

Cornerstone University had been holding weekly chapel services in a variety of temporary locations throughout the years, including gymnasiums, classroom buildings and nearby churches. With chapel serving as a key part of campus life for students, staff and faculty, this legacy project was a significant milestone in the University’s history.

The design intent for the project was to create a transcendent structure with a dramatic, open ceiling. The new space features a magnificent open structure with clear span bowed trusses. Made possible by a local benefactor, four large stained glass windows serve as focal points on every side of the chapel, telling the story of the resurrection.

The building features state-of-the-art acoustical treatments, audiovisual equipment and high technology capabilities, allowing for accommodation of a wide variety of activities in addition to chapel services. Connected to the chapel is Gordon Hall, which received new high technology practice and recital rooms for music studies.