Church building trends get the most out of ministry dollars
Traditional or contemporary? Small, formal foyer or large, casual lobby? New construction or renovation? Those are just a few of the decisions churches face when entering a building or remodeling project.
Form, function and economics have influenced significant shifts in church architecture the past two decades.
As church practices changed and churches approached ministry differently, the facilities themselves began to reflect those changes, according to Gary Nicholson, director of LifeWay Architecture.
“Churches also are trying to get more ministry out of their dollars,” says Nicholson. “That applies to facilities as well.” But Nicholson says church building trends are more than a reflection of the financial times, since many of today’s trends began before the recession of the 2000s.
“It’s more a matter of stewardship,” says Nicholson. “Churches have a responsibility to make the best use of the dollars they spend, whether it’s in construction, or any other area of ministry.”
If your church is considering new construction or renovating an existing facility, here are five trends to consider. Keep reading
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