From Wyoming-If you’re in the market for a property filled with colorful stained glass windows, decorative mahogany wood, plenty of reading materials and an entertainment center, Steven Metcalfe has got just the thing.
St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, which closed for services in August 2009, is up for sale.
“We would love for somebody to come in and operate a church here. We’re open to whoever can see the possibilities,” the Rev. Metcalfe said Tuesday at the South Main Street site. “It’s a beautiful example of a small town church; it has been a fixture in this community. I know folks here are eager to make a sale possible. There’s a lot you can do with it, especially with the house next door.”
Metcalfe is leading the effort on behalf of St. James Episcopal Church. In 2009, the Batavia church got a letter from St. Michael’s officials informing them there were not enough people to support the Oakfield site any longer.
With the bishop’s blessing, St. James took over the property and has been maintaining it and paying utility and insurance costs with some leftover funds from St. Michael’s account. It has taken a couple of years to work out the details and the site is now up for sale. The church and former rector’s house are on 1.2 acres and are going as a package for $150,000.
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