HERITAGE CHURCH — Lake Zurich, Ill. “For our new, 1,000-seat worship center project, we looked at several different theater seat companies and several different stacker chair companies. But — when we saw what SERIES® Seating could provide firsthand — our decision became an easy one. From the outset, it was evident they were not selling, […]
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A look back at the articles that mattered most to our readers in 2024 By RaeAnn Slaybaugh In the past year, Church Executive has covered a lot of topics. Among them, a handful resonated best with our readers. With the help of our thought leader partners, we’ve written about rapid expansion, building projects, and […]
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By RaeAnn Slaybaugh When three pastors at Tennessee’s First Baptist Cleveland decided to take a phased approach to their church’s massive building project, it wasn’t the original plan. But after taking stock and heeding change of heart, it was the best one. Senior Pastor Jordan Easley was called to First Baptist Cleveland while leading […]
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Getting the most from the smaller spaces in your church By Steve Siebert There was a time when churches could acquire existing buildings or land for low prices and renovate them at a fraction of today’s costs. Today, however, the cost per square foot for both acquisition and renovation has increased significantly, making it […]
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As leaders at First Baptist Cleveland know, the best-laid plans can go awry. That means going back to the drawing board — sometimes, with even better results. By RaeAnn Slaybaugh Senior Pastor Jordan Easley was called to First Baptist Cleveland while leading a church of 3,000 (and growing). “I thought I’d be there for […]
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By RaeAnn Slaybaugh With decades of sustained growth, leaders at Faith Fellowship were looking to add space and connect their existing facilities. And they did — under budget. Since 1999, Faith Fellowship in Wirtz, Va., has enjoyed consistent growth. How church leaders accommodated the expanding church family took varying forms. Over decades, it became clear […]
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3 insights + 1 industry tip There are 3 critical steps to make the proverbial magic happen for a superior and cost-effective new development or facilities upgrade. By Heather Wiley I started by asking two professionals — one pastor of operations and one interior designer — for some direct advice for pastors embarking on a […]
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By RaeAnn Slaybaugh Located on the 75-acre campus of Hutchcraft Ministries in the Ozarks, the 22,000-square-foot On Eagles’ Wings Leadership Center is 30 years in the making. The vision? To prepare Native American youth to be messengers for Jesus Christ in their communities. By all accounts, Hutchcraft Ministries is a well-known entity, both domestically […]
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By Rodney C. James Webster defines hospitality as “generous and friendly treatment of visitors and guests.” But when we consider the role hospitality should play in today’s church, we must look no further than the Bible. Paul writes in Romans, “Help needy Christians; be inventive in hospitality” (MSG). The church is commanded to love […]
Read More >In church design circles, we’re hearing the term “community-friendly” more and more often. But why are churches, uniquely, in the thick of this movement? And what does this community-friendly church design even look like? By RaeAnn Slaybaugh Leaders at BattleCreek Church consulted with the Churches by Daniels team on a design that prioritized community engagement. […]
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