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JULY / AUGUST 2021 | CONTENTS
ON THE COVER
ISAAC OYEDEPO / PASTOR / WINNERS CHAPEL INTERNATIONAL MARYLAND / LANHAM , MD

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8 THINKING OUTSIDE THE “ BIG BOX ” With an open mind and a big vision as its foundation , Winners Chapel International Maryland is a totally reimagined space that ticks all the boxes — and comes in under budget .
RaeAnn Slaybaugh Editor in Chief
SERIES
12 CHURCH FINANCIAL WELLNESS Taking stock of your life insurance
Most people don ’ t like to think about life insurance coverage . However , in the event of your death , having it can mean your family will be taken care of financially .
By Alina Parizianu , CFP ® , MBA , RICP ®
22 STEWARDSHIP OF SPACE How to use room dividers in your church
As a good steward of your facility , you need to prepare for a high level of adaptability . To adjust to the fast-paced atmosphere in the church , room dividers have become a staple for several decades .
By Katie Albrecht
REMOTE ROUNDABLE
26 TRANSLATING THE VISION INTO REALITY
Uniquely , churches often operate on a " vision " they have for their new facilities . Here , architectural experts and a pastor offer advice and strategies for making the elusive , happen .
Featuring Mark Ashcraft , Melanie Hanna , Josh Merriott & Bruce Woody
SPECIAL SECTION
14 THE LENDING LANDSCAPE : CONSTRUCTION FINANCING
16 THE LENDING LANDSCAPE IN 2021
Though I ’ ve been blessed to work with churches for more than two decades , I learned a long time ago : never say “ I ’ ve seen it all .” The past year is the perfect example of why .
By Jeremy Moore
17 COLLABORATION IS KEY
One of the most challenging aspects of growth in a church can be the preparation and coordination of balancing space needs with financial means .
By Charity Kuehn
18 LENDING , INTERRUPTED (?)
A long-time church lending expert talks about how churches navigated COVIDera financing challenges — and the lessons they ’ ll carry forward .
Featuring Jerry Vaughan
FEATURES
20 Q & A : BACKGROUND CHECK BASICS
Professional advice on what ’ s required for volunteers versus staff
Featuring Brian Gleason , MBA
24 HOW GATHERING / FELLOWSHIP SPACES LOOK NOW
Common forms & configurations / outdoor options / welcoming design strategies for all ages / integrating your church ' s brand into the space / wayfinding best practices
Featuring Charlie Daniels

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29 Q & A : CHURCH FACILITIES CONFERENCE & EXPO ( CFX ) 2021
Featuring Ron Procopio
30 EMPLOYEE RETENTION CREDITS ( ERC ) & COVID STIMULUS FOR CHURCHES
Is your church prepared to obtain — and retain — Employee Retention Credit ( ERC ) funds ?
Featuring Ryan Rowland , Eric Stenson & Aaron Tamaddon
DEPARTMENTS
4 FROM THE EDITOR 33 CHURCH TRENDS & STATISTICS
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