A beloved building carries more than brick and mortar — it carries the stories of everyone who has ever walked through its doors. 

Egleston is a visible presence in the life of this block and neighborhood — a statement to the city and the stranger passing by of what we believe and who we welcome.



At All Saints', that statement has always been: you are welcome here.



This corner has held over a century of All Saints' story. That history is sacred to us — which is precisely why we are approaching what comes next with such care. Being faithful stewards of this place means considering the full range of options, so that whatever we decide, we can say with confidence: we chose wisely, for the people who come after us.

All Saints' has always been a place of welcome. Whatever form it takes, the vision at the heart of our master plan adds a new dimension to that welcome — making this building, and this block, more open, more accessible, and more visible to the neighborhood we exist to serve.

A more welcoming All Saints' would mean:

● A visible welcome to one of Midtown's most active pedestrian corridors — meeting the neighborhood where it already is

● Accessible pathways throughout the block — so that every parishioner, neighbor, and visitor can move through this sacred ground with ease

● A gathering place — where staff, ministries, and parishioners share common life, and where accessibility never limits who can participate

Why are we doing this now? Because the building is telling us we must. The Summary of Findings report completed by Perkins & Will in April 2026 confirmed significant damage to Egleston — damage caused in part by dewatering from nearby construction. Additionally, recent water intrusion from the roof and walls has disturbed asbestos and for health and safety reasons the staff and contents of Egleston have now been moved out. 

Who is making this decision? Your fellow parishioners. The Egleston Task Force — chaired by Meg Fogel — is evaluating a full range of design options and will bring a formal recommendation to the Vestry, which makes the final decision. The Block Development Steering Committee, chaired by Sheldon Taylor, is overseeing the entire process. No decision has been made yet.

Will accessibility actually improve? Yes — under every option being considered. Accessible pathways, an accessible second entrance, and dignified spaces for all are core requirements of the master plan, not optional additions.

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