By RaeAnn Slaybaugh Amid a tumultuous culture, people are yearning for authentic connection. With the right offerings — and the facilities designed to support them — churches can be their best “ports in a storm.” Church Executive: As a church building professional, what does ‘community-focused’ design mean to you? Tanner Goff: A long time […]
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By RaeAnn Slaybaugh In spirit, churches have long embraced their communities, of course. But in recent years, their physical presence — their facilities — reflect a big (and growing) focus on community-friendliness. Why are churches prioritizing this objective more than ever? And what does community-focused church design look like, anyway? We asked a seasoned […]
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Despite massive roadblocks and missteps early on their building path, Brad Wilkerson and the Rock Creek Church team are thriving in a brand-new church home. By RaeAnn Slaybaugh In June 2007, Brad Wilkerson and his wife, Sarah, started a Bible study in their living room. Little did they know it was the start of […]
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By Dan Mikes Whether your church is planning a construction project or a relocation, it might be helpful to review some of the topics your leadership team should be prepared to address in order to set appropriate financial parameters — and in anticipation of discussions with lenders. When planning the project, churches often form a […]
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Nothing could stop this unified congregation from getting its much-needed expansion and renovation project completed on time By RaeAnn Slaybaugh From the first sermon he delivered at Collinsville Baptist Tabernacle in 2017, Pastor Gary Boyd felt right at home. Apparently, the congregation shared his sentiment. Growth endured until, in Spring 2024, the need for […]
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The Tolleson Family Activity Center in Dallas is a shining symbol of a commitment that Highland Park United Methodist Church leaders made long ago to kids, youth and adults with disabilities. Three stories high, it’s positioned across a busy street facing Southern Methodist University and Highland Park United Methodist Church, which owns and operates […]
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By RaeAnn Slaybaugh In 2016, a strategic assessment of New Work Fellowship identified — and removed — roadblocks to growth in its facilities. Today, as a result, the church enjoys the modern curb appeal it wanted, plus twice the room for worship and fellowship. And it all happened without missing a single Sunday service. […]
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By RaeAnn Slaybaugh First Baptist Church in Rogers, Ark., has a lot to celebrate. Most recently, it finished a new, 1,800-seat sanctuary — twice the size of its previous worship space. Now, leaders and members alike are excited for the original single-level sanctuary to be reimagined into a two-story administrative and education building, as […]
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Before Founding Pastors Bryan and Crystal Sparks launched One Church in 2014, they spent considerable time praying about where to plant those roots. At the time, Royse City — located about an hour outside of Dallas, where they lived at the time — wasn’t the answer they were expecting. Even so, that’s exactly where […]
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Forward Church in Irvington, Ala. after a fire renovation Taking care of a church building involves more than just maintaining the grounds and keeping the lights on; it means creating a safe space for your congregation to gather, worship, and experience community. One critical aspect of that safety is fire protection. Whether your church is […]
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