Pat Keefe

When we decided to build a building of our own, we checked around with a couple of the local builders to get an idea of approximately what we would be looking at in total cost to build the building and to develop the site ,including the parking area, septic system, and landscaping. We had one contractor draw up the blueprints for us and gave us an estimate for doing the construction work. We were quite dismayed when we received the estimate, it was approximately a full 30 % more than we could spend. It was evident to us that if we wanted to build the building, we were going to have to build it ourselves. We were going to need a contractor willing to help us, and guide us in the construction. We were blessed to meet R.J.Doerrfeld, not only a very reputable contractor but also a Brother in Christ who shared in our vision and excitement about building another house of God for this community. Most building contractors would not have wanted to be involved with a project such as this, R.J.Doerrfeld was always very encouraging and understanding toward us. He helped overcome a poorly done set of prints and went to bat for us with the building department on a couple of issues. When completed our project cost was exactly the donations we had received without a mortgage.
Pat Keefe
Administrative Chairman, Peace Christian Fellowship