Once prowled by sex workers calling “lai lai lai, shuai ge” (come here, handsome) along the perimeters of the building, the notorious Orchard Towers is now home to a new church.
Taking to Facebook on Monday (Dec 15), Cornerstone Community Church said it held its first weekend services on Dec 13 and 14.
The church had bought over 19,000 sq ft of fourth-floor space, once occupied by risque night clubs, for $54.5 million in January this year.
“Cornerstone Orchard had our first services at our new home in Orchard Towers yesterday and we’re loving it,” the church wrote.
“We’re believing that this will be a place of hope and life for many, and where God’s light will shine forth.”
