Shawn Foster is a man with a vision. The 43 year-old Crossing Life Church Pastor envisions community and recreational facilities and a non-denominational Bible-based place of worship on the 122 and 125 North Lowell Road combined 77.5 acres. He intends to serve the Windham community by offering charitable and recreational activities that utilize and enhance the natural beauty of the properties.

Mr. Foster purchased the landmark silo building at 125 North Lowell Road and its 37.5 acres in January of last year and recently purchased Taylor’s Hall at 122 North Lowell Road and its 40 acres. In the short term, the Bingo hall will continue Bingo operations, as it has for decades, while undergoing renovations to update the hall which is also serving as the 150 member Crossing Life Church’s house of worship.

Long term plans include renovating a large structure on the property to accommodate 500 people for events in a natural rustic environment. There will be 20 community garden plots, a community center, food pantry and thrift store. Mr. Foster would like to construct a free standing church behind the Bingo hall towards the Rail Trail.

The Fosters recently partnered with an equestrian therapist to provide services for developmentally or physically impaired people as well as at-risk students. Equestrian therapy is a proven solution to help with autism, social issues and physical disability.

Mr. Foster and his wife Stephanie, 13 year Windham residents, currently run the Windham Crossing Learning Center, serving 20 birth through kindergarten-aged children. The facility has a 77 child capacity. They also provide an after school learning environment for 6 to 10 year olds. During the summer months, the couple hosts Camp Renaissance for kindergarten through fifth grade students.