Church Kitchens
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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
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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.
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GOING COMMERCIAL!
3 fundamental truths for building your church’s new kitchen
Communications
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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PREPARING TO BUILD?
3 strategies that will take you from start to success
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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.
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SMART EXPANSION IDEAS
Time to expand? • The most cost-effective expansion options • What to look for in a non-traditional building • More!
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THE CHURCH WORLD IS MIXING IT UP!
Ministries are getting creative at extending their reach into the community and also improving their financial sustainability.
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A CHURCH FOR THE CITY
Frontline Church’s downtown Oklahoma City location merges historical beauty with a modern renovated space for the community.
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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?
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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
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NO SMALL FEAT!
6 essential truths about truly engaging children’s spaces
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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.
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RECRUITING THE RIGHT BUILDING TEAM
The right time to recruit • Understand the team’s purpose • Who to seek out • Keep the team small, focused
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A transformation, truly
A Florida church’s design proves big impact is possible on a budget
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“WE'RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER"
How churches are uniquely positioned to pave a new way of worship throughout a global pandemic — and beyond
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WHEN THE MISSION FIELD COMES TO YOU!
What if we viewed every building project as a mission field opportunity?
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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
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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?](https://churchexecutive.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/PreparingToBuild.jpg)
PREPARING TO BUILD?
3 strategies that will take you from start to success
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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
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Better together: combining your ChMS & giving platforms
How to deepen engagement with an end-to-end church management solution
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4 ESSENTIALS TO NURTURE YOUR DONORS
Donor engagement essentials to create thriving communities
HR & Staff Management
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STEWARDSHIP AT THE FOREFRONT
How to save time & money with your video storage platform
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AN UNTAPPED (AND UNSPOKEN) OPPORTUNITY
How to provide help, hope and healing to sexual abuse survivors in your church
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Find. Onboard. Coach.
At Chase Oaks Church, experts help “build remarkable teams.”
Leadership
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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](https://churchexecutive.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/InForAPenny.jpg)
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](https://churchexecutive.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/FearlessSeries4Women.jpg)
AN UNTAPPED (AND UNSPOKEN) OPPORTUNITY
How to provide help, hope and healing to sexual abuse survivors in your church
Risk Management
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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.
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AN UNTAPPED (AND UNSPOKEN) OPPORTUNITY
How to provide help, hope and healing to sexual abuse survivors in your church
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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
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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](https://churchexecutive.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/StewardshipAtTheForefront.jpg)
STEWARDSHIP AT THE FOREFRONT
How to save time & money with your video storage platform
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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.
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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.
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INCREASE ENGAGEMENT, STREAMLINE MINISTRY MANAGEMENT — AND SOLVE SOME OF TODAY’S TOUGHEST MINISTRY PROBLEMS
Why ChMS and digital giving solutions truly are better together
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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