Joe Cory/Key photo Parishioners and neighbors alike gathered to witness Visitation's new dome being raised on the morning of July 1.

The front part of the old church will remain and serve as the entryway or "narthex" to the new octagonal sanctuary which will double the seating capactiy of the old church.

The new church building will feature a fountain and landscaped courtyard , intimate devotional chapels, new facilities for social events, retreat rooms, bride's dressing rooms, and additional educational space.

Construction began on the project in early September 2002, and is expected to be completed in June of 2004. Haren & Laughlin is the general contractor of the project.

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