Inside the 154-Year-Old Sioux Falls Church Remodel (with Pastor Sara Nelson)
Release Date: 12/19/2025
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info_outlineA 154-year-old church. A full sanctuary remodel. And a congregation that’s active far beyond Sunday morning.
In this episode of 2 B’s in a Podcast, Brad and Brian Jans sit down with Pastor Sara Nelson of First United Methodist Church in Sioux Falls to talk about preserving historic spaces, modernizing for safety and accessibility, and what it looks like to lead a mission-driven church today.
In this conversation:
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The history of First United Methodist Church and its role in Sioux Falls
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Why preserving historic buildings matters instead of starting new
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The sanctuary remodel: skylights, sound, safety, and accessibility
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How livestreaming and technology reshaped worship and leadership
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Community impact through Feeding South Dakota, The Banquet, and Kids Stop
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The story behind Dorothy’s Tree of Hope on Minnesota Avenue
Learn more about First United Methodist Church:
🌐 Website: https://www.sfumc.org
📍 Address: 401 S Spring Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FirstUMCSiouxFalls
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sfumcsiouxfalls
Service Times:
8:30 AM – Traditional
9:45 AM – Blended
11:01 AM – Modern
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2 B’s in a Podcast is hosted by Brad and Brian Jans of Jans Corporation, where they go beyond construction to talk about leadership, family business, community, and the stories behind the projects.
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