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Profiles in Success
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Structural Options
Trends
ARCHITECTURE
Congregational Identities and Their Influence on Architecture and Facilities
by Mark Martof
"Worship Facilities" Mag., Apr/May'05
Church Architecture for the
21st Century
A futurist speculates about church buildings that will embrace new ways
of learning
by Leonard Sweet
"Your Church" Magazine, March/April 1999
Blueprint for Worship
How to design space that lifts hearts to God
by Rob Hewitt
"Your Church" Magazine, March/April 1998
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AUDIO/VISUAL/LIGHTING
Eliminating AVL Headaches
A proactive approach makes a world of difference
by Brent Mullett
Posted on churchsolutionsmag.com
November 2008
Beyond Technology
by Doug Hood (CSD)
Posted on churchsolutionsmag.com
March 2008
Audiovisual Advice from Churches
Worship centers and churches have
many lessons to share when it comes
to setting up an AV system that will
be used to facilitate communication
Interview with Doug Hood (CSD), by Leah B. Garris
Posted on Buildings.com
July 2007
Get Smart
How One Screen Can Improve Your Church's Intelligence
by Alisa Manjarrez
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
May '06
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BUILDING COMMITTEE
The Danger of Being the Brightest Person in the Room
Scientific studies have shown that cooperative groups are more effective than the group's best problem-solver working alone.
by Bob Adams
Posted on churchsolutionsmag.com
October 2008
Teamwork
Building by Team: Creating a Working Partnership in Your Church
by Bob Adams
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
Jan '06
Before You Build
Important Questions to Consider
for Church Facility Design Meetings
by Dale Reiser
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
Oct. '04
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BUILDING TIPS
11 Tips for Pastors Who Want to
Build a Church
Things Pastors Wish They Knew Before Building
by: Kurt Williams
Posted on churchsolutionsmag.com
September 2008
20 Guaranteed Ways to Lower
Your Construction Costs Part I
by Rene Charest
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
Feb '06
20 Guaranteed Ways to Lower
Your Construction Costs Part II
by Rene Charest
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
Mar '06
Stumbling Blocks to Starting Blocks
by Paul F. Spite
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
Jul. '04
To Build, or Not to Build?
That indeed is the question of many
churches in need of expansion
by Greg Lefler
"Your Church" Magazine, September/October 2002
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CAPTIAL CAMPAIGN CONSULTANTS
Straight Talk about Money
by Doug Turner (RSI)
Posted on churchsolutionsmag.com
March 2008
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CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
Big Fun on Any Budget
Playspaces can add value to your ministry and draw your community. Consider these tips when planning your playspace.
"Children's Ministry" Mag.
May/June 2008
Posted on: http://www.512consulting.com/
How a Play Attraction has Transformed a Ministry
An interview with Mike Ballard of Bethesda Community Church on the impact of their new Play Zone.
"Church Executive"
April 2007
Posted on: http://www.512consulting.com/
THE THIRD PLACE: A "Bridge"
to a Lost Generation
Building to Reach the Youth of
Today and Tomorrow
by Kurt Williams
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
Feb '06
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CHURCH FINANCING SOLUTIONS
Ready, Set, Grow!
by William Leathem (Strongtower Financial)
Posted on churchsolutionsmag.com
March 2008
When Money Gets in the Way of Ministry
A ministry leader roundtable reveals
a variety of methods for effective financial controls.
by Jac La Tour
"Church Executive"
March 2008
Church finance market projected to $40 billion in three years
by Chester Reid of Strongtower Financial
"Church Executive" mag., Jan. 2007
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COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS
Baptizing Your Brand
by Mark MacDonald (PinPoint Creative Group)
Posted on churchsolutionsmag.com
March 2008
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FACILITY MANAGEMENT
Shedding Light
Controlling Church Energy Costs
by Michael O’Loughlin
"The Living Church" Mag., Jan. 7, '07
With permission from The Living Church magazine (www.livingchurch.org),
Jan. 7, 2007 issue
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GREEN BUILDING
A Land Plan or God's Plan?
by William Robson, AIA
"NACBA Ledger" Summer 2007
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MASTER PLANNING
The Great Debate:
Design Build Vs. Design Bid Build
Invaluable insights into selecting the
ideal building method
By Carol Badaracco Padgett
"Worship Facilities" Mag.,
May/June 2008
For more info:
www.worshipfacilities.com
What Churches Need to Know about Construction Accounting
by Kurt Williams
Posted on churchsolutionsmag.com
September 2008
How to Choose a 'Design-Build' Team
The right group is vital to achieving a successful building project
by Tobey Van Wormer (NACDB)
"Ministry Today" Mag.,
May/June 2008
The Design Charrette: Insist on It
Ensuring a successful building project
by Greg Barron (GL Barron)
Posted on churchsolutionsmag.com
March 2008
Preliminary Design & Delivery Systems
by Victor F. Erwin (GL Barron)
Posted on churchsolutionsmag.com
March 2008
Master Planning: An Investment in Tomorrow's Generation
Your Church's Vision in Graphic Form
by Kurt Williams
"Church & Worship Technology"
Feb. 2007
Changes During Construction
Understanding and Controlling the Inevitable
by Kurt Williams
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
Oct '06
Groundbreaking... And Beyond
Ideas for the Church and the Community
by Kurt Williams
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
Aug '06
The Four Most Important
Things in a Building Program
by David Batten
"NACBA Ledger" Mag., Summer 2006
Do It Right... The First Time... Every Time
Checking your Builders Work: Quality Control–Conformance to Set Standards
by Kurt Williams
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
July '06
Plan, Envision & Communicate
Properly Planned & Implemented
Technology & Architecture
by Van Sachs
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
Apr '06
Construction Project Development
Defining Your Building
Project From Start to Finish
by Dale Reiser
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
Jan '06
Your Ministry's Blueprint
Site Selection for a New Church
by Bob Adams
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
Dec.05
Master Planning
Leading Church Builders' Advice:
Plan and Plan Again
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag., Nov.05
Plan & Plan Again
With Proper Planning You Can Avoid
Common Construction Pitfalls
by Kurt Williams
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
July '05
Why Design Build Works
Lower construction costs, faster
construction time and faster
overall project delivery are the
biggest advantages of the
single-source approach
by Greg Barron
"Church Executive" Mag., Sept. '05
Plan For The Future
Building for the Wrong Reason is
Biggest Mistake a Church Can Make
by Dale Reiser
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
Apr. '05
Team Leader
Selecting An Architect For Your
Ministries' Future
by Kurt Williams
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
Feb. '05
Where Do We Go From Here?
Preparation, Planning and Project
Oversight of Your Church Expansion
by Paul F. Spite
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
May '04
Design Discovery
Making Good Construction Decisions
by Kurt Williams
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag., Apr. '04
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PROFILES IN SUCCESS
Profiles In Success - The NACDB
Committed to Capturing the Vision
of Your Church
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
Dec.05
Profiles In Success - JH Batten, Inc.
Building Your Vision Into a Reality
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
July '05
Profiles in Success - Professional Building Services (PBS)
"Church & Worship Technology" Mag.,
Feb.'05
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SEATING
Do's and Don'ts of Seating
Your People
An essential list of things to look for when considering seating for your facility
by Bertolini Sanctuary Seating
"Religious Product News" Mag.,
June 2008
For more info: www.rpnmag.com
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STRUCTURAL OPTIONS
Structural Options: Concrete
It's Strong, But is it Right for Your Church?
by Alisa Manjarrez
"Worship Facilities" Mag., July-Aug '06
32 Structural Options: Pre-engineered Steel
by Joe Bontrager
"Worship Facilities" Mag., May/Jun'06
Structural Steel
Flexibility and Strength are Hallmarks
of this Construction Technique
by Philip E. Panzica, R.A./NCARB
"Worship Facilities" Mag., Mar/Apr '06
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TRENDS
Wheat and Weeds
When do churches cross the culture line?
by Bob Adams
Posted on churchsolutionsmag.com
October 2008
Tribes: A Revolution in the Making
Transformational leaders are stepping out into the world in powerful and unique ways to take their congregations beyond the safe confines of their church walls.
by: Bob Adams
Posted on churchsolutionsmag.com
October 2008
Concept to Completion: Creating a Starbucks Alternative in Your Church
Café ministries can be challenging, but they will succeed with vision, leadership.
by: Barb Kouba
Posted on churchsolutionsmag.com
September 2008
4 Trends From the Amusement Industry That Can Change Your Worship Facility
"Religious Product News"
September 2007
Posted on: http://www.512consulting.com/
The Katrina Factor
What We Can Expect for
Construction Costs
by Greg L. Barron
"NACBA Ledger" Mag., Winter 2005
The New Houses of God
Coming to a church near you:
skate parks, coffee bars and video sermons
by Vyvyan Lynn
Posted 2005 with permission of USA Today
The Changing Face of Churches
The evolution of church design...
and what it means for your ministry today
by Greg Lefler
"Your Church" Magazine, November/December 2002
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