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Southern District Deeds Former Trinity Claiborne Church Property to RAI
February 12, 2010-
The beginning stages of restoring the former Trinity Lutheran Church property on Claiborne St. in the Lower Ninth Ward of New Orleans are now underway. The Southern District-LCMS recently deeded the property to RAI, as the congregation had disbanded several years ago after Hurricane Katrina.
At the present time, listening projects are taking place in the community in order to determine the facility’s best use moving forward. The goal is to restore the structure and to work with community leaders to develop the best plan for its use. Several ideas already presented include a youth center, community center, and a shared worship center for several congregations who are without a permanent building.
One of the hardest-hit areas of New Orleans by Katrina, the Lower Ninth Ward has had very few large buildings restored since the storm, and a restored Trinity Claiborne property would be a tremendous asset to the community as it continues its recovery.
Stay tuned as more news will be coming soon as plans are developed!
