Digital Message Center Installation for church in Normal, IL
Simply Divine Signs & Wraps supplied and installed a double-sided digital message center, 3ft by 8ft, for Epiphany Roman Catholic Church in Normal, IL. The stone monument, its lettering, and its star were already there and stayed. We took out the old display, mounted the new one, and handled the permit and the final wiring.
§ The Challenge
What the customer needed
The church's digital display was not working. It was 2ft by 5ft, double sided, and it did not fill the opening it sat in, which made it harder to read from the road. Staff wanted a display they could program themselves for service times, events, and seasonal messages. The stone monument was staying, so the new display had to work with the openings that were already there.
§ The Solution
What we did
We supplied and installed a double-sided digital message center, 3ft by 8ft, in the church's existing stone monument. We took out the old display, drilled the masonry for the new mounting hardware, assembled and mounted the unit, and made the final wiring connections. The stone openings needed material taken out to fit the new unit. We specified that and talked the approach through with the church's masonry contractor, who did the cutting. The church's electrician added the local disconnect. We pulled the permit.
§ The Result
What changed after install
The new display is 3ft by 8ft where the old one was 2ft by 5ft, and both are double sided. It fills the opening the old one left gaps around. Staff program it themselves.
§ Project Details
How this project was built
- Design styleNo design work in scope. The monument and its lettering were kept as they were
- Materials usedDouble-sided outdoor LED message center, 3ft by 8ft, with mounting hardware, replacing a double-sided 2ft by 5ft unit
- Installation typeOld display removed, masonry drilled for mounting, unit assembled and mounted, final wiring, permit pulled
- Surface / vehicle typeThe church's existing stone monument at street frontage
- Visibility goalReadable from the main road day and night
- Brand colorsNot applicable. The display shows the church's own content
- Completed bySimply Divine Signs & Wraps
§ Why This Project Matters
Why this kind of work pays off for a local business
For churches and nonprofits, a programmable message center turns a sign the building already has into a way to talk to the street. Mass times, events, and community messages reach passing traffic without anyone standing outside changing plastic letters in the rain.
§ Project Gallery
Project photos
BeforeThe same stone monument before the work. The old display sits dark in the opening and is visibly smaller than it, with grey surround and vent strips showing above, below, and on both sides. 
FinishedThe monument seen from across the road, with the message center running a full-color image. A traffic signal and overhead lines cross above it, houses stand behind, and the church parking lot runs into the foreground.
§ FAQ
Questions about this project
How long does a project like this take?
Project timing depends on the design, materials, permits, site access, and installation scope. We confirm the production schedule in writing before work begins.
Do you design and install the graphics?
Yes. Simply Divine Signs & Wraps manages the design, production, and installation process from our Bloomington shop at 2601 General Electric Road, Suite 3. When specialized fabrication, engineering, electrical work, or equipment is required, we coordinate qualified partners while remaining your accountable local point of contact from concept through finished installation.
What areas do you serve?
We serve businesses, schools, churches, nonprofits, contractors, restaurants, and fleets across Bloomington-Normal, McLean County, and Central Illinois, including Peoria, Mahomet–Champaign, and surrounding communities.
Can this be customized for another business?
Absolutely. Every project on this page was custom-built for one client. We can adapt the same approach, including materials, layout, and installation style, to your brand, vehicle, building, or space. Call (309) 260-3335 to start a quote.
What type of sign is best for a business storefront?
It depends on visibility goals and the building. Lighted channel letters and lit cabinet signs perform best for after-dark visibility. Dimensional letters give a premium daytime look. Window graphics work well when you need branding plus messaging on glass. We help you choose the right option based on your location, sight lines, and budget.
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