FAQs
Athens, I Love You is a project of Athens Church in Athens, GA, USA. As people who love this city, we want to help her become her best. So, what does Athens need most? Political progress? Economic advancement? More education? We think the people of Athens need Jesus. When people are in a growing relationship with Jesus, they are more honest, better parents, more generous, and they positively affect those around them. This is why our mission is to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus.
We are working to create a church that unchurched people love to attend and we believe the next step in that journey is for Athens Church to seek a full-time facility that can serve as the epicenter of our ministry efforts in this area.
We have recently completed construction on the former (Wal-Mart/Steve & Barry’s) building near the intersection of Atlanta Highway and Loop 10 behind Starbucks. The entire 110K sq ft available in this facility is master-planned, but 45K sq ft has been developed in phase one. The property sits on 11 acres of land with 700 parking spots, and features a 1200 seat auditorium, themed environments for children birth through 5th grade, student ministry, small group and other environments. It also serves as the operational headquarters for our ministry efforts in this area.
How much did it cost?
The entire project cost less than $6 million dollars. This was divided into the approximately $1.5 million purchase and $4+ million of renovations.
Who’s worked on this?
How can I contribute?
Thank you so much for your desire to help us create a church that unchurched people love to attend!
You may contribute in one of 2 ways:
- By check (please write “facility opportunity” in the memo line).
- Online
Find out more information here by downloading our Giving Guide and a Contribution Card.
How can I promote?
We would love your help in getting the word out about Athens, I Love You!
Have you seen the t-shirt around town? Find out more information here!
What if I have more questions?
We figured you might! Just email Josh Jones, our Director of Ministry Operations at josh@athenschurch.com and he’ll try to get all your questions answered.
