Bethany Grace Fellowship (formerly Bethany Mennonite Church) employed Engel Architects to create a two-phase expansion to its 1970's era building. The first phase addition, a multi-purpose Family Life Center and classrooms, was designed to complement the existing front façade, incorporating cost-saving oversize brick. The Family Life Center will serve as the sanctuary during the second phase of construction and thus the large "cross" window was needed to add a liturgical element to a pragmatic space. Bidding from a select list of contractors enabled the church to obtain multiple prices while retaining control of the quality of the work.