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The first step in building a new church building is a feasibility study. What is a feasibility study?
In short, a feasibility study is due diligence. It is finding out what you need (not what you want), what you can afford and how to phase out various building phases to fulfill the vision God has [...]
Phase five of a Capital Campaign is the Follow-up Phase.
Typically, this phase extends over the next three years. Experience has taught us that regular testimonies, from the individuals who have already made sacrificial commitments, are of great value. They serve as models and challenge others to maintain their commitments, as well. It is amazing to [...]
Phase 4 of a Capital Campaign is the Commitment Phase.
This is really the time which has been set aside, on a designated day, typically near the end of the four to six week campaign. It is the point at which individuals and families make their spiritual and financial commitment to the Lord for the proposed [...]
Phase three is often called the “Public Phase” and begins with a Kick-off Sunday.
This special Sunday is usually the first time the stewardship campaign details are shared with the congregation. It represents the beginning of a four to six week campaign to bring individuals into a deeper relationship with the Lord. Note: The theme should [...]
The first phase of a Capital Campaign is Relationship-building and Training Phase.
During this initial phase, core leadership and the newly-formed Finance/Stewardship Team will be instructed on procedures to be used during the Capital Campaign. It is at this time that the leadership team will, hopefully, become motivated to complete the task set before them. This session [...]
Step Five - Deciding on the building method.
PLANNING, DESIGNING & BUILDING METHODS
“Unless the Lord builds the house, its builders labor in vain.” Psalm 127:1
Now it is fair to ask ourselves, “Where do we go from here?”
We will soon expose the details of a time-proven approach which will lead you to the success you desire while helping you [...]
Step Four: Financing
“Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another…” Romans 13:8
Over the years I have assisted many churches in securing the funds required to complete their building plans. Extended experience has convinced me that, when the question of financing methodology arises, congregations will hold tightly to either one or [...]
Step Three: Stewardship / Capital Campaign
The next question to ask when building a new church building is, “How are we going to pay for our new church construction project?”
The funding task demands the involvement of talented lay and staff people, found within the church body, acting as a task force to raise the funds. Should [...]
You have now recognized your readiness to move forward. You’ve formulated your ‘vision’ and completed your Needs Analysis and Feasibility Study.
The next step?… It’s time to carry out your good intentions.
Step Two: Develop and form teams.
Remember that you are not alone!
The right team will guide you through all the necessary steps, from budgeting and scheduling, [...]
Steps to use when building a new church building.
*Define your ministry mission.
*Feasibility Study (Due Diligence)
*Build teams
*Capital Campaign
*Financing (How much can we afford)
*Choosing Your Builder
*Partnered Design Build Firm
*Pre-Construction
*Construction
*Move into Your New Building
“...to have completed our new headquarters within budget is an enormous achievement and one for which we will be permanently indebted to you.”
Dr. Clive Calver,
President of World Relief
Building for Ministry, by Richard White