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Girard United Methodist Church is fundraising to restore its 157-year-old bell tower.

The church bell has been silent for years due to a faulty electrical system and fire concerns.

A new carillon system is planned to replace the bell, which will play recorded chimes and music.

Girard United Methodist Church is on a mission to regain its voice and restore its 157-year-old bell tower.

The church bell has not rung since its faulty electrical system was disabled due to fire concerns several years ago. The bell tower was damaged by strong winds in 1954 and has had only minor repairs since.

The church has raised most of the $35,000 needed to complete tower repairs, including removal and replacement of crumbling mortar and restoration of wooden louvers for better air cir

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