The Ice Storm as a Pivot Point for Stewardship
The recent ice storm brought unexpected challenges to many Midwest churches. Damaged roofs, broken windows, and compromised structures have disrupted worship services and raised concerns about long-term building maintenance. While the immediate focus is on repairs and ensuring the safety of congregants, this unfortunate event presents a unique opportunity for deeper reflection and discernment. Is there more work to be done on our worship and ministry spaces for the future?
Is 2025 the Right Time for a Church Capital Campaign?
Is your congregation called to a capital campaign for 2025? Is there a ministry that you need to expand or more space needed for ministry? Here are some tips and thoughts to help you get started on the path to a capital campaign.
Sunlight and Seeds
Sunlight and seeds yield abundance in the months to come. In the world of church stewardship and capital campaigns, trust and transparency are the sunlight and seeds that yield generosity for disciples and donors in the congregation.
What Could We Fund with a Capital Campaign?
A needs assessment helps you map out the top priorities that could be funded by a capital campaign.
It’s Always the Boiler!
The Case for Support is a document that explains the funding priorities of a church capital campaign. It is a story and a vision for God’s call for a congregation in terms of ministry and stewardship.
The “First” Capital Campaign
Is there a scriptural template for capital campaigns? It turns out a story from Exodus might be the inspiration for the process we use today!
Campaign Leadership
Selecting campaign leaders is an important task in a campaign and there may be a new leadership model to consider.
Discerning the Call
Discerning the call to a campaign is no easy task but it is worth it!!!