Seven Key Facility Issues Facing Churches Today

Podcast Episode #411

Churches across America are facing facility issues ranging from lighting and code requirements to having too much space. Tim Songster from Cosco & Associates (ChurchDesign.com) joins us to discuss how best to deal with these issues.

Some highlights from today’s episode include:

One of the primary ways churches are changing today is in the area of church facilities.
LED lighting allows for more flexibility of control and greater savings on electricity.
Churches are wanting smaller worship facilities to create more intimacy among worshippers.
There is a willingness to invest in children’s space now like there hasn’t been in the past.

The seven key facility issues we cover are:

Technology
Lighting
Security
Updating/Replacing Worship Centers
Importance of Children’s Ministry
Seating
Accessibility & Code Requirements

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