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Engaging children’s ministry spaces: 4 essential elements

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children's church, children's facilities, children's ministry, children's spaces, church kids, kids ministry

March 30, 2015 at 12:22 pm.

My earliest memories of Sunday school involve walking (in very uncomfortable shoes) into an old, dimly lit gymnasium and turning down a white-painted corridor. There, I entered a white-painted classroom. There were no windows and a hodgepodge of furniture.
The most memorable thing about my Sunday school room was a small, white plastic bank shaped like a church that sat on a table by the door. Here, everyone dropped in their nickel offerings as they entered class each week.
Today, that same church has an entire building devoted to children’s ministry.

System components: knowing your options

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church A/V, church audio, church loudspeakers, church sound, church sound systems, pastor-friendly audio

March 30, 2015 at 12:17 pm.

In the ongoing quest to create better, more effective worship, the need for good sound is paramount. Whether clearly articulating a meaningful sermon or delivering a praise band’s impactful musical performance, it’s important that every person — in every seat — is treated to the best possible sonic experience.

All things to all people: examining non-traditional worship venues

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church architecture, Church design, designing worship spaces, sanctuary design, worship space design

March 30, 2015 at 11:42 am.

As we present Part 3 of this seven-part series, we should remind ourselves of a primary concept: Every church is different. With this particular article, that’s especially true. In fact, the non-traditional worship space can be almost anything.

A construction comeback!

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Capital Campaigns, church building project, Church Construction, construction campaign, construction fundraising, new church building, new church facilities

March 30, 2015 at 11:37 am.

Time — and, of course, the Great Recession — have altered the ways church building campaigns are done. Here, several stewardship experts weigh in.

Church signs: expert advice, from selection to operation

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church signage, church signs, church signs showcase, sign selection, signage selection

March 30, 2015 at 11:34 am.

Church signs: expert advice, from selection to operation

Unregulated security solutions pose danger to schools

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children's church, children's ministry, children's spaces, christian schools, church security, kids ministry, school safety, school security

March 20, 2015 at 4:13 pm.

Schools are facing increasing pressure from school boards, parents and communities to address security vulnerabilities. That pressure is ramped up every time there is a school shooting.

In many ways, this pressure is a positive catalyst that nudges schools to take steps to reduce their safety and security risks. However, as with
most kinds of pressure, it can lead administrators to make desperate moves in order to appease stakeholders, especially when faced with significant obstacles like funding.

6 questions to challenge your church facility technical know-how

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church buildings, Church facility, church facility management, Facility Management, facility stewardship

March 9, 2015 at 3:43 pm.

If you haven’t intentionally committed as much time in making it one of the most efficient and effective operational systems as you have developing your network and IT infrastructure, you have missed an incredible opportunity to impact the financial status of your church. Also, remember that your facilities will have one of (if not the longest) life cycle of any other component of your operational systems.

How to make a sound (system) investment — new eBook Available

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church A/V, church audio, church audio/video, church sound systems, church technology

February 27, 2015 at 11:29 am.

Few things are more critical than hearing the Word. A service that fails to communicate and inspire will not keep its congregation for long. In this valuable new eBook, series authors Rik Kirby and Daniel Keller help you make a sound decision when it comes to an integrated audio system for your church.

How to avoid “the money pit” when purchasing a church facility

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church acquisition, Church expansion, church facilities, Church property, church real estate

February 23, 2015 at 11:08 am.

A litany of items must be explored and navigated by any church looking to acquire another facility. Be careful to not get too excited about the “deal” that you do not perform adequate due diligence. The time, energy and/or money invested will be worth every dime and minute.

Kebony wood provides Swedish chapel with sleek, durable façade

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Church building, Church Construction, church sustainability, green church construction, green church design

February 20, 2015 at 3:53 pm.

Earlier this month, Kebony wood unveiled its first completed project with ecclesiastical design. It was chosen as the material of choice to create a façade for a new chapel which opened last autumn in Mölndal, Sweden. European churches tend to use traditional building materials for posterity, permanence and durability, so the use of Kebony’s wood in this project allows the chapel a fusion of contemporary style and traditional durability.