What if our church properties didn’t have to be a source of pain but one of purpose and profit?
A pastor at a United Methodist church once said that his job was like being the captain of a ship. Not only did he have to make sure the ship was on the right course, and meet the needs of all the passengers, he had to ensure that the engines were running smoothly, that water and power were working properly, and that nothing was leaking, cracking, or rotting. He was illustrating how our church buildings have become a burden for pastors and church leadership. More and more money is spent on keeping the building running instead of providing for the needs of people. Fresh Expressions of People over Property shows how to rethink the way we utilize the space we inhabit. Strategies, Scriptures, and stories help leaders reimagine their community spaces so that the church reflects this truth: God’s people value each other and the community more than property.