Lake Clark Bible Church Construction Enters Final Weeks in Port Alsworth

In the remote lakeside community of Port Alsworth, Alaska, excitement is building as the new Lake Clark Bible Church nears completion. After years of prayer and planning, the congregation is only weeks away from worshiping in its first permanent home — a milestone that volunteers and locals alike have eagerly anticipated.

The project began several months ago when ground was broken on the worship space, drawing volunteers from across the United States to lend their skills and time. Now, as the final stages of construction unfold, the building is quickly taking shape. Crews have transitioned from framing to installing a metal roof in recent days, while electrical and plumbing systems are nearly complete. Exterior trim and siding are being secured, and drywall sheeting is going up inside.

More than 400 volunteers and staff members have played a role in the project, many traveling long distances to serve in the rugged Alaskan wilderness. In a town that is only accessible by aircraft or watercraft, the logistics of such a build are no small feat.

“This new building in the remote wilderness town is an answer to years of prayer for the congregation,” said project organizers, noting the unity and faith that have fueled the effort.

Built to Last in Alaska’s Harsh Climate

‍The work is being carried out under the guidance of Samaritan’s Purse, a ministry known for constructing durable places of worship in some of Alaska’s most challenging environments. Corey Lynch, director of Alaska Projects for Samaritan’s Purse, emphasized that these facilities are designed with both resilience and purpose in mind.

“Any church built by Samaritan’s Purse is constructed with longevity in mind,” Lynch said. “I want this church to stand the test of time, and we believe that this church will stand for generations. We want generations of people to be changed through the ministry happening in this building. We pray that in 100 years that the Gospel is still being faithfully preached and that the community is still being served from this building.”

Since 2006, Samaritan’s Purse has completed 37 similar projects across Alaska, each designed to meet the needs of remote congregations and withstand extreme weather conditions.

A Community with a Bigger Mission

‍Port Alsworth is more than a scenic outpost — it serves as a gateway to Lake Clark National Park and is home to Tanalian Bible Camp, which has provided summer ministry to Native Alaskan children for years. The area also hosts the Operation Heal Our Patriots ministry, which since 2012 has offered Biblically based marriage enrichment retreats for combat-wounded veterans and their spouses.

The new church building will not only serve as a place of worship but also as a hub for outreach, community gatherings, and future ministry efforts.

As the fall dedication ceremony draws near, the congregation and volunteers are working tirelessly to ensure everything is ready for opening day. For many in Port Alsworth, the sound of hammers and saws is more than construction noise — it’s the sound of a dream becoming reality.

Originally reported by Samaritan's Purse.