Worship Center Archives - Page 12 of 17

Worship Center Archives - Page 12 of 17 - Church Executive

The spiritual benefits of capital planning

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August 8, 2016 at 11:31 am.

Each year, thousands of people come to Mater Dolorosa in search of spiritual enrichment. Mater Dolorosa — a Passionist retreat center in the San Gabriel foothills, in the city of Sierra Madre near Los Angeles — is a sacred place whose spiritual work depends on some decidedly material things. Mission-style buildings, a stunning outdoor Stations of the Cross, and many other physical improvements set the stage for lives to be changed in faith.

To help preserve the beauty and soul-changing power of the places in their care, Mater Dolorosa’s board and staff rely on a professionally prepared capital plan.

How to accommodate — and engage — kids in a multisite or portable church venue

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June 7, 2016 at 1:33 pm.

Creating an irresistible, welcoming environment for young families & their children is important for any church. For a church that meets in a rented facility, what else should be considered?

Take the long view

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June 7, 2016 at 1:13 pm.

When selecting portable room dividers, which components will deliver lasting, durable performance?

Proactive & penny wise

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June 7, 2016 at 12:00 pm.

We counsel our house-of-worship clients to be proactive by preparing for the repair and replacement expenses that are both inevitable and predictable. But, we also counsel them to be wise.

Beautiful sound, naturally

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May 19, 2016 at 12:21 pm.

The Grotto — a stunning outdoor sanctuary in Portland — is a truly challenging audio environment. First and foremost, church leaders needed awe-inspiring audio to match the sanctuary’s surroundings. But, the system also had to be flexible, reliable, durable … and discrete. Here’s how they got everything on their wish list. By Mike Lethby Known as […]

On time & on budget

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May 1, 2016 at 11:23 am.

Tried-and-true strategies for making it a reality for your next church construction project

Building for the future

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May 1, 2016 at 11:10 am.

How the construction of a Family Life Center drove cost savings — without sacrificing aesthetics

Crisp, clean, modern sound in an Old World sanctuary

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Church acoustics, church audio, church loudspeakers, church sound systems, church speakers, pastor friendly sound systems, sanctuary sound

March 1, 2016 at 10:58 am.

Built in 1914, Five Wounds Portuguese National Church in San Jose, CA, is one of the most photographed, sketched and painted buildings in the area — not only for its Old World-style Catholic architecture, but also for its notable history. In 1915, the Panama-Pacific Exposition (the precursor to the World’s Fair) was held in San Francisco. The city was rebuilding after the 1906 earthquake, and it was hoped this massive event would bring commerce to the area. The Portuguese Pavilion was built for the Expo. After the fair was over, the pavilion was slated for demolition. A Portuguese priest of some repute in the burgeoning San Jose valley purchased it for a song. He shipped most of it — piece by piece — to its San Jose location, where it stands today. Much of the original wood and ornate decor remain. Thus, Five Wounds Portuguese National Church was founded. For a century, it has exuded Iberian charm and grace. Unfortunately, however, its sound quality was anything but awe-inspiring.

Alternative facility options — spotlight on: happy campers!

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church architecture, Church building, church building options, Church Construction, Church design, Church expansion, church facilities, church facility options, church metal buildings

March 1, 2016 at 10:18 am.

For an 18,000-square-foot worship center for the new Oklahoma Assembly of God State Youth Camp in Sparks, OK, a metal building system made the most sense. Here’s why.

Science Behind the Seat: the care & keeping of your big investment

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auditorium seating, church pews, church seating, church seating care, church seats, church theater seats, church upholstery, science behind the seat

February 1, 2016 at 4:16 pm.

The facility manager is the shepherd of the church grounds, which might include a range of duties — from landscaping, to building maintenance, to basic maintenance of the seating. It’s important for this individual to have thorough knowledge of how to properly clean upholstery and how often to tighten bolts on the seating.