Rethinking the Church Building - A Connectional Resource
The church is not the building! And yet, many communities of faith find themselves navigating how to sustainably steward their sacred spaces. For over the year, we gathered stories and expertise across our connection. This resource seeks to help churches discern how they might view their building as an asset to their neighborhood and community. It includes:
- Key considerations before sharing your space
- Evaluating a potential building partner
- Building viability checklist
- Zoning and Tax Implications
- Determining Fair Market Value
- Implications for Human Resources
- Models to Explore
- Facility Use Policy Examples