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  • It’s Not Easy Keeping Clean

    Here’s how proactive housekeeping and maintenance, rather than reactive, saves time and money

    As published in Worship Facilities,

    Added 02/02/10 | Read More


  • 2009 Energy Star Congregations Awards

    In past years, awards have spread across numerous denominations. But this year's congregation awards cluster around one faith.

    As published in Worship Facilities, Nov/Dec 2009

    Added 12/04/09 | Read More


  • Total Control

    The facility manager’s guide to user-friendly solutions that boost efficiency and increase savings

    As published in Worship Facilities, Sep/Oct 2009

    Added 10/13/09 | Read More


  • Capital Reserve Planning

    Setting aside some money for anticipated facility operating expenses can ease the pain of unexpected repair and replacement costs

    As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2009

    Added 07/28/09 | Read More


  • Conveying Authenticity

    Churches must know their mission – the distinctive core, or DNA, of who they are – to effectively attract followers and spread the Word

    As published in Worship Facilities, Mar/Apr 2009

    Added 05/06/09 | Read More


  • Securing Funds in Any Economy, Part 2

    Churches can benefit from due diligence and sound business-type practices to secure loans, communicate effectively with their congregations, and to make sure they’re protected in tough economic times

    As published in Worship Facilities, Mar/Apr 2009

    Added 05/05/09 | Read More


  • A Deeper Shade of Green

    Churches large and small can take positive steps to make their facilities more environmentally sustainable and to teach their congregations by example

    As published in Worship Facilities, Mar/Apr 2009

    Added 04/30/09 | Read More


  • Elevators, Escalators & Lifts

    What architecture and manufacturing professionals recommend to keep in mind when considering elevators, escalators and lifts for your facility

    Added 02/18/09 | Read More


  • What’s Inside Your (Janitorial) Closet?

    Because so many of the conventional cleaning chemicals used for building maintenance can be hazardous to human health, ensuring that they are stored and organized properly is critical.

    Added 02/11/09 | Read More


  • Safe Rigging

    Keeping your overhead equipment, and your congregation, safe and secure

    Added 01/16/09 | Read More


  • Message In Hand

    Ever heard the phrase that for the price of a cup of coffee you can change the world?

    Added 10/02/08 | Read More


  • End Notes, August 2008: Saving on Operating Costs

    Today's church facilities face many of the same building challenges that homeowners and businesses face--rising operations and maintenance costs. Learn another way that facilities can save money in an environmentally-friendly way as well.

    As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2008

    Added 08/25/08 | Read More


  • Portable Church Advice

    The Bible maintains that we “reap what we sow.” This wisdom is ever so true when investing money and time towards the research and acquisition of sound, lighting, and video equipment. Purchasing low-quality gear to save money or making decisions without adequate knowledge can lead to a future of Sunday morning frustrations.

    As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2008

    Added 08/08/08 | Read More


  • Changing Colors

    Green building strategies to update your existing facility

    As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2008

    Added 07/08/08 | Read More


  • Energy Efficiency

    Being good stewards of God's creation as well as your resources.

    As published in Worship Facilities, May/Jun 2007

    Added 05/01/07 | Read More


  • HVAC Energy Efficiency

    Several things you can do to help lower your utility bills and still keep your church comfortable.

    As published in Worship Facilities, Sep/Oct 2006

    Added 09/01/06 | Read More


  • Signs of the Times

    Moving from paper and markers to software and video screens for effective signage and promotion of upcoming events.

    As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2006

    Added 07/01/06 | Read More


  • Energy Management: Let There Be (Efficient) Light

    According to Energy Star, a U.S. government- backed organization dedicated to promoting energy efficiency to businesses and individuals, churches hold great power in protecting the environment, while saving valuable dollars that could be used elsewhere.

    As published in Worship Facilities, Mar/Apr 2006

    Added 03/01/06 | Read More


  • Investing in a Brand

    In business, one can think of branding as an organization's identity. Branding tells the world who you are and what you stand for. And more than anything else, well-executed brands give organizations – even today's churches – unmistakable identities that members and visitors can relate to and count on.

    As published in Worship Facilities, Oct/Nov 2005

    Added 10/01/05 | Read More


  • HVAC System Energy Efficiency

    Getting the most for the least from your heating and cooling systems. Environmental and bottom-line benefits.

    As published in Worship Facilities, Aug/Sep 2005

    Added 08/01/05 | Read More


  • HVAC Maintenance

    Maintaining your HVAC is an important step to keeping your facility comfortable. Here's some easy steps you can take to make sure your system stays in good operating condition.

    As published in Worship Facilities, Apr/May 2005

    Added 04/01/05 | Read More


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