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Case study: St. Anne’s Church, Houston, Texas
Renovations are a result of Vatican II recommendations and include new lighting system.
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End Notes: Is Your Church Budget Getting a Boost from the New Debit Card Rate Change?
The Durbin Amendment took effect on October 1, 2011, which means that your processing statements for that month should reflect a savings for most debit card tithes.
Added 01/30/12 | Read More
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Five Ways to Make Giving to Your Church Easier
Few churches have online giving available to their members.
Added 01/15/12 | Read More
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Church Real Estate Market Shows Values for Churches Looking to Expand
Significant opportunities nationally on the purchase of new land or buildings
Added 01/09/12 | Read More
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The Growth of Green
Building to LEED Specifications Can Reduce Operational Costs and Strengthen Community Connections
As published in Worship Facilities, Nov/Dec 2011
Added 12/17/11 | Read More
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Facility Exteriors: Curb Appeal
How your church’s exterior can help convey identity and draw in the community
Added 12/16/11 | Read More
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Missions Moment: Labor of Love
Harvest Time International's Medical Care Center
Added 12/15/11 | Read More
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How Energy Stewardship “Begins at Home”
And what that can mean for churches’ bottom lines
Added 12/15/11 | Read More
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Church on the Fly?
A look at the pros and cons of portable church
As published in Worship Facilities, Nov/Dec 2011
Added 12/14/11 | Read More
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A New Spin on the Gym
Multipurpose spaces are credited with bringing church and cardio hand-in-hand with the community
As published in Worship Facilities, Nov/Dec 2011
Added 12/13/11 | Read More
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End Notes: Insight into Churches and the Economy
Making sense of critical decision-making in a complicated environment
As published in Worship Facilities, Nov/Dec 2011
Added 12/13/11 | Read More
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Are You TOUGH ENOUGH to Get a Loan?
A look at the obstacles average church staff face in getting a mortgage or construction loan
As published in Worship Facilities, Nov/Dec 2011
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LEED? – Five Questions to Contemplate When Considering a Church Project
As published in Worship Facilities, Nov/Dec 2011
Added 12/12/11 | Read More
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Necessary Components of a Winning Loan Application
As published in Worship Facilities, Nov/Dec 2011
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Growing, Yet More Approachable
A look at the expansion strategy of Austin Ridge Bible Church
Added 10/28/11 | Read More
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Six Qualities of Uncommon Leaders and Generous Living
"The church and the majority of people in our country are in desperate need of a generosity “remix.”
Added 10/14/11 | Read More
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Building Blocks of a Different Nature
It’s not just bricks, mortar and stucco anymore
As published in Worship Facilities, Sep/Oct 2011
Added 10/12/11 | Read More
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Watermark x3
Watermark Community Church in Dallas keeps growing— in phases and in transparency
Added 10/11/11 | Read More
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ENERGY STAR UPDATE: Engaging Licensed Professionals at WFX
As published in Worship Facilities, Sep/Oct 2011
Added 10/10/11 | Read More
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Doing Retail Right
Retail in the church setting comes with its own set of challenges and relational rewards
As published in Worship Facilities, Sep/Oct 2011
Added 10/07/11 | Read More
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From Depreciation to Restoration
St. Paul United Methodist Church in the Dallas Arts District preserves its 138-year heritage while revamping for the 21st century
As published in Worship Facilities, Sep/Oct 2011
Added 10/06/11 | Read More
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Where There’s Smoke, There’s Not Always Fire
New building material offers fireproofing solutions
As published in Worship Facilities, Sep/Oct 2011
Added 10/06/11 | Read More
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Branding from the Inside Out
Filling a space with items consistent with the church’s identity must be handled with thoughtful diligence and skill.
As published in Worship Facilities, Sep/Oct 2011
Added 10/06/11 | Read More
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Talking With … Craig Rafferty of IFRAA
2011 Chair, AIA’s Interfaith Forum on Religion, Art and Architecture (IFRAA), Washington, D.C.
As published in Worship Facilities, Sep/Oct 2011
Added 10/05/11 | Read More
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The Dynamics of Campaigning for Capital
The new realities of fundraising raise the bar
Added 10/05/11 | Read More
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Technology Beyond the Worship Platform
Think church technology is all about lights, camera, action? Churches are turning to technological upgrades to help better manage their facilities and create smoother-flowing operations.
As published in Worship Facilities, Sep/Oct 2011
Added 10/05/11 | Read More
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Missions Moment: Ends of the Earth Prayer Tower Portal
Prayer to Share? Digital Signage Company Planning for Millions of Prayers a Month
As published in Worship Facilities, Sep/Oct 2011
Added 10/05/11 | Read More
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Mixed-Use Development and the Church
A viable partnership for urban improvement or a mixed bag of tricks?
As published in Worship Facilities, Sep/Oct 2011
Added 10/05/11 | Read More
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Child-Friendly or Child-Proof?
What to consider for your church’s daycare or school design
As published in Worship Facilities, Sep/Oct 2011
Added 10/04/11 | Read More
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Dallas Church's Aquarium Featured On National TV Show
75,000-gallon aquarium at Inspiring Body of Christ Church showcased on episode of “Tanked”
Added 09/08/11 | Read More
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Multi-Site can be Maddening...
without careful consideration and optimal site selection
As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2011
Added 09/01/11 | Read More
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Giving of Life
Innovative funding initiative offers 50K, 20K and 10K grants to ministries
Added 08/12/11 | Read More
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Form = Function?
A new facility at Word Alive International Outreach in Oxford, Ala., helps put a new spin on the old architectural adage
As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2011
Added 08/11/11 | Read More
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Embracing the Art of Architectural Storytelling
Good Shepherd Catholic Church Builds a Place of Peace, a Place of Trust
As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2011
Added 08/11/11 | Read More
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Missions Moment: My Refuge House
Young women and children rescued from sex trafficking in Cebu, Philippines
As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2011
Added 08/09/11 | Read More
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Church Safety: Under the Microscope
Pinpointing the role of proper design and equipment selection in helping keep churches—and their people—safe
As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2011
Added 08/08/11 | Read More
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Finance : Beyond the Collection Plate
Donations are going digital at more and more churches across the country
As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2011
Added 08/07/11 | Read More
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Company Profile: Churches by Daniels
Charlie Daniels, Rachael D. Rowland and David Fink of Churches by Daniels, Broken Arrow, Okla.
As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2011
Added 08/05/11 | Read More
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Two Worlds ~ One Church
A look at how church in the digital realm is changing church in the physical
As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2011
Added 08/05/11 | Read More
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LEDs Make Sense in Theatrical Applications
Energy savings, longer bulb life and greater variety in stage designs
As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2011
Added 08/03/11 | Read More
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Evangelicals, Mercury Poisoning and Energy Efficiency
CFLs use less electricity than incandescent bulbs, reducing coal burning and overall mercury emissions.
As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2011
Added 08/03/11 | Read More
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The Virtual Pastor: Expanding the Message to Any Screen
A look at how SermonAudio empowers churches to increase their reach to any screen.
As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2011
Added 08/02/11 | Read More
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Community Outreach Meets Intergenerational Ministry
Church of Hope's Sarasota Fla. campus intertwines outreach, relavance, and a wise stewardship for all ages
As published in Worship Facilities, May/Jun 2011
Added 06/02/11 | Read More
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The Joy of Giving
A look at the art of developing consistent givers
As published in Worship Facilities, May/Jun 2011
Added 06/01/11 | Read More
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Phase II Fusion
Church of the Highlands, Birmingham, Ala., expands and unifies with the help of an integrated design approach
As published in Worship Facilities, May/Jun 2011
Added 05/31/11 | Read More
