I know what what you mean about “gospel barns” lol. What a wonderful expression!
The Catholic Church close to my family home was one such. Abominable structure. It was known all over town as “the church of the jet-propelled Jesus” because of the huge and horrid painting hung behind the altar (donated by a rich parishioner).
Eventually, the rich parishioner died and the town grew by leaps and bounds and the horrid “gospel barn” was replaced by a beautiful cathedral. So beautiful and uplifting that people from other denominations (or none) came to look inside. And were converted! Yes, architecture does affect us.
I hope some folks who used our parish for a wedding venue were inspired to stay. We DO have the best choir in the city (if I say so myself). Our choirmaster/organist is an amazing talent, and just as nice and kind to amateurs as he can be!
It's Richardsonian Romanesqure Revival. Has a beautiful acoustic.