Church Kitchens
THE POWER OF THE PIVOT IN YOUR CHURCH’S FOODSERVICE MISSION
Important pivots that will likely impact how your church expands, operates or delivers foodservice going forward
THE CARE & KEEPING OF YOUR COMMERCIAL CHURCH KITCHEN
Keeping your equipment running isn't rocket science -- it just takes some organization, a schedule, and knowing when to do-it-yourself or call in the experts.
GOING COMMERCIAL!
3 fundamental truths for building your church’s new kitchen
Communications
PROFILES IN GRACE
For the creators of Summit TV, their stories are beacons -- for pastors and church members alike -- that signal, I've been there, too.
BUILDING A CHURCH DIRECTORY TEAM
To make this project fun and uniting -- not isolating -- there are a few simple questions to consider as you gather a team.
A BETTER WAY TO REACH OUT — FAST
Before enlisting notification technology, one church relied on email to keep members up-to-date. It presented a handful of challenges and limitations.
Design & Construction
IN FOR A PENNY, IN FOR A POUND
At Faith and Victory Church in Auburn, Wash., it was time for a more permanent (and suitable) church home — but options were very limited.
REFINANCING GONE RIGHT
Having land in on which to expand and “divine timing” helped lock in a favorable refinancing interest rate. Other elements were more controllable.
PREPARING TO BUILD?
3 strategies that will take you from start to success
DEFINING A SUCCESSFUL BUILD TEAM.
Before starting any project, one of the most impactful decisions you will make is determining the team who will shepherd it forward.
SMART EXPANSION IDEAS
Time to expand? • The most cost-effective expansion options • What to look for in a non-traditional building • More!
THE CHURCH WORLD IS MIXING IT UP!
Ministries are getting creative at extending their reach into the community and also improving their financial sustainability.
A CHURCH FOR THE CITY
Frontline Church’s downtown Oklahoma City location merges historical beauty with a modern renovated space for the community.
8 tips for addressing inflation creep
How does a church make a mid-course adjustment to the vision, facility drawings, funding and timeline of a project when costs have increased significantly?
RISE LIKE A PHOENIX
After a devastating fire, a brand-new pastor embarks on a challenging rebuild project — and gets much more than he hoped for
NO SMALL FEAT!
6 essential truths about truly engaging children’s spaces
ASK FOR PERMISSION, NOT FORGIVENESS!
Remodeling or renovating facilities without securing the permission or permits required by building codes and governing authorities can end up being very costly.
RECRUITING THE RIGHT BUILDING TEAM
The right time to recruit • Understand the team’s purpose • Who to seek out • Keep the team small, focused
A transformation, truly
A Florida church’s design proves big impact is possible on a budget
“WE'RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER"
How churches are uniquely positioned to pave a new way of worship throughout a global pandemic — and beyond
WHEN THE MISSION FIELD COMES TO YOU!
What if we viewed every building project as a mission field opportunity?
OUT OF THE ASHES
For Tulsa’s Memorial Drive Church of Christ, connecting as a church family was never a problem — but the facilities told a less inspiring story.
Financial Wellness
REFINANCING GONE RIGHT
Having land in on which to expand and “divine timing” helped lock in a favorable refinancing interest rate. Other elements were more controllable.
PREPARING TO BUILD?
3 strategies that will take you from start to success
PASTORS FOLLOW THE PATH TO FINANCIAL WELLNESS
For pastors who deal with financial stress — and the guilt and shame that come with debt — the Strategic Pastoral Excellence Program (SPEP) is…
Fundraising & Generosity
Better together: combining your ChMS & giving platforms
How to deepen engagement with an end-to-end church management solution
4 ESSENTIALS TO NURTURE YOUR DONORS
Donor engagement essentials to create thriving communities
HR & Staff Management
STEWARDSHIP AT THE FOREFRONT
How to save time & money with your video storage platform
AN UNTAPPED (AND UNSPOKEN) OPPORTUNITY
How to provide help, hope and healing to sexual abuse survivors in your church
Find. Onboard. Coach.
At Chase Oaks Church, experts help “build remarkable teams.”
Leadership
TOP 15 ARTICLES OF 2023
Examining ministry accounting services; spotlighting the best jobs for retired clergy; fiscal training for your trustees; protecting the most vulnerable children in the Church’s care…
IN FOR A PENNY, IN FOR A POUND
At Faith and Victory Church in Auburn, Wash., it was time for a more permanent (and suitable) church home — but options were very limited.
AN UNTAPPED (AND UNSPOKEN) OPPORTUNITY
How to provide help, hope and healing to sexual abuse survivors in your church
Risk Management
FORTIFY YOUR FAITH: Mitigating cybersecurity threats in churches
cybersecurity isn't just about securing data; it’s about safeguarding the trust and faith of the congregation.
AN UNTAPPED (AND UNSPOKEN) OPPORTUNITY
How to provide help, hope and healing to sexual abuse survivors in your church
UNCOMMONLY COMMON COVERAGES
For Jamie Barth, accommodating unique insurance requests from churches is pretty common. Here are some memorable examples, plus their solutions and outcomes.
Technology
FORTIFY YOUR FAITH: Mitigating cybersecurity threats in churches
cybersecurity isn't just about securing data; it’s about safeguarding the trust and faith of the congregation.
STEWARDSHIP AT THE FOREFRONT
How to save time & money with your video storage platform
CASE STUDY: SADDLEBACK CHURCH
Church leaders wanted to ensure worship content wasn't “washed out” on the displays. For this reason, LED video was on their radar versus projectors.
THE ST. ANDREW'S MISSION FOR NEW VIDEO DISPLAYS
Having rented projectors for special services in the past, church leaders knew they weren't the best fit.
INCREASE ENGAGEMENT, STREAMLINE MINISTRY MANAGEMENT — AND SOLVE SOME OF TODAY’S TOUGHEST MINISTRY PROBLEMS
Why ChMS and digital giving solutions truly are better together
Storage made for Sundays
Not just a "tech" thing: 3 really good reasons you — as a church executive — should be involved in choosing collaborative media (video) storage
