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Vernon church holds hope following fire
Lead pastor Jason Koleba said the church will seek a plan to worship and grieve together after the fire damaged its office and front hallway.
- A fire broke out at the Vernon Alliance Church on 43rd Avenue shortly before 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 31, though the church's custodians safely evacuated before any injuries occurred.
- Four fire rescue services from Vernon, BX-Swan Lake, Armstrong-Spallumcheen, and Coldstream responded to contain the blaze. Lead Pastor Jason Koleba noted the fire caused significant damage to the facility's office and hallway areas.
- Inspections are ongoing, and as of Wednesday, Sept. 2, no official cause has been determined for the blaze. The church building remains closed until further notice.
- In a social media video posted Tuesday, Sept. 1, Koleba addressed his congregation and community, expressing gratitude to first responders. He emphasized the church's role as a gathering place despite the building's current closure.
- Leadership plans to hold a service on Labour Day Sunday, Sept. 6, focusing on themes from the Bible's chapter of Matthew. Koleba affirmed the church's mission will continue despite the facility's loss.
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