Church leaders spend a lot of time talking about generosity. But how well do we actually understand it? The gap between what churches hope their congregations are giving and what congregants are actually giving is…
By Brendan Manson / President of Fellowship Development When describing stewardship in a church capital campaign at the Steier Group we love the phrase “it is not equal giving, but equal sacrifice.” This is an…
By Brendan Manson / President of Fellowship Development Launching a church construction project is one of the most meaningful and transformative steps a church community can take. Whether building a new worship center, expanding classroom…
By Brendan Manson / President of Fellowship Development Building a new church is a sacred endeavor. Amidst the blueprints and budget line items, it’s important to keep focus on the shared faith and hope of…
By Brendan Manson / President of Fellowship Development It’s common for pastors to envision new spaces for worship, ministry and connection. Maybe you’re outgrowing your current church building, the infrastructure is aging or your community…
By Brendan Manson / President of Fellowship Development It’s the same for nearly every faith community: Generosity keeps the lights on, the doors open and the mission alive. Faith-based fundraising is about so much more…
By Brendan Manson / President of Fellowship Development Sometimes a congregation experiences an enormous financial need that exceeds the typical administrative costs that are covered through weekly offertory. That could include constructing a new church…
By Brendan Manson / President of Fellowship Development What Is a Church Capital Campaign? Are you looking to build a new church, reduce debt or tackle maintenance you've been putting off for years? A capital…
At Fellowship Development, we believe every successful church capital campaign is built on four key pillars: a compelling vision, committed leadership, consistent momentum and clarity. Together, these elements do more than raise funds — they…