Description
This book examines ways to navigate, utilize, and maximize the usage of property in meaningful ways, both in times of prosperity and in times of congregational transition, such as when the sale of property is needed. The book contains essays that shed light on how churches can transform their properties in ways that serve and support their neighborhoods and communities.
Features
essays that explore the spiritual, sociological, and practical aspects of church property transition; ideas for partnerships among rural faith communities, nonprofits, health systems, and the community; examples of facility use that generates income
Recommended Audience
clergy, lay leaders, finance committee, outreach teams
Cost
Purchase as book, e-book or audio book
Practical Applications
- Review an excerpt of the book by reading "Fresh Hope for Rural Churches," written by Jennie Birkholz, to learn several ideas how rural churches can utilize their space to support the vitality of their community, provide potential income to the church, and create new partnerships. This can be found here: https://www.churchleadership.com/leading-ideas/fresh-hope-for-rural-churches/.
- Learn from essays exploring different aspects of church property transition, including assessing the impacts of churches on the community and the gaps that could be left behind, transforming ministry in rural churches, navigating zoning laws, and fostering cooperation between congregations, developers, and city planners.
- Explore ideas by learning from other congregations who have paved the way and determined alternative uses for their property.
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