How to Gain Greater Impact During the Fall Season

  And just like that… school will be back in session! And believe it or not, back to school means back to church for many families. As a church, this means another great opportunity to reach more people, make more impact, and build momentum. First of all, over the years we’ve observed there is a

5 Factors for Successful Special Events

  When planning church events, it’s important to focus on aligning with your church’s overall goals and mission, rather than chasing after what may be popular or trendy at the moment. While it’s tempting to plan events that seem to be generating a lot of buzz or excitement, these events may not necessarily align with

A Kingdom-Minded Approach to Sustainability

  Design choices early on can have a significant impact on the sustainability of your church building, property and resources in the future. Sustainable building alternatives can increase efficiencies, sustain the environment and create significant economic return. Many non-profits cannot justify the high expense involved with LEED Certification, which includes a set of rating systems

The Power of Signage in Strengthening Religious Communities

In today’s fast-paced world, religious institutions serve as vital anchors for communities, offering spaces for worship, fellowship, and outreach. Yet, to fulfill their mission effectively, these organizations must communicate clearly and connect with both members and visitors. One often-overlooked tool in achieving this is signage. From welcoming exterior signs to informative interior displays, well-designed signage

Making the Most of Church Spaces with Modular Room Dividers and Separation Walls

  It’s no secret that space limitations pose a real challenge for churches today. Congregations can grow fast, and new needs can arise suddenly. It’s not always easy to find enough room for worship, classes, and other events. Expanding the building with traditional construction might seem like the only choice at first. However, many times,

Managing the Energy “Multiplier”

   Thankfully, we have no shortage of information when it comes to energy saving related projects that churches can take on these days to meet their planned facility objectives. Whether it’s an attempt at overall operational cost cutting, a proactive approach towards going “green,” reducing emissions, or some combination of each, we’ve gotten remarkably better

A Property Management Checklist for Church Maintenance

  As more and more churches find creative ways to use their real estate — by renting out properties, sharing buildings, even building affordable housing on church land — it’s particularly important to make sure these buildings are being properly managed. But even congregations with a more traditional setup need an occasional refresher to make

Why Multi-Ministry Church Design?

  One of the biggest church design trends has been around for almost 40 years but has greatly evolved over recent years. We’re talking about multi-use facility design. We like to refer to the space as “multi-ministry” since it is a room in which you can do many different ministries. Why has this proven to

Innovative Funding Solution Enables Arizona Church to Convert to Solar Energy with No Upfront Costs

  Sunrock Distributed Generation, a commercial solar and clean energy development and management platform, and Watthub Renewables, a nationwide commercial solar installer, have announced the completion of a 280kW rooftop solar installation on the Palm Valley Church in Goodyear, Arizona. Financed by a solar service agreement designed to unlock the cost and environmental benefits of

What Is the Best Flooring for Churches?

  The search for the best flooring for churches has taken center stage, with an increasing emphasis on creating spaces that foster spirituality, community, and comfort. As churches continue to evolve, so do their flooring needs, requiring a keen understanding of the latest options and trends. Selecting the best flooring for churches is a significant

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