How to Campaign to Build a Church
Even in the midst of tough economic times, many church groups are still looking to build new churches. While the goal of raising funds and raising spirits may seem daunting, building a church is a chance to bring together every church member -- young and old, rich or poor -- with the sole aim of building a new home for your congregation.
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Instructions
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Take stock of current funds and the willingness of your congregation to participate in a church-building campaign and think hard about how you can boost not only income but also participation.
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Plan a specific goal for your campaign -- i.e., a certain dollar amount or a certain number of contributors. Draw up a detailed strategy for how and where the money will be spent.
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Seek out the members of your congregation with capital assets, such as bonds and real estate, who can contribute these as gifts to your campaign.
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Encourage less well-off church members to contribute by pledging a small amount of their earnings every week or month to the campaign.
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Help your congregation to reduce their debt with support groups and friendly advice. For example, they could cancel monthly subscriptions, make use of shopping coupons or take a family vacation closer to home. The money they save can then be put toward the church.
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Speak to the hearts of your congregation by encouraging them to understand the benefits of the new church. Teach your vision of the new church: in small groups, from the pulpit or by other means such as "prayer walks."
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Tips & Warnings
Don't launch your campaign until you're certain that all the preparation is complete and that the timing is appropriate.
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