Building God's Way Announces National Seminar Tour for Spring 2013 Called "Tsunamis of Change," Highlighting …

Free seminar luncheons will focus on preparing ministries for the demographic, cultural and economic shifts of the 21st century. Ministry leaders and experts in the areas of church architecture, church construction, church growth, funding and worship technology will share about the latest innovations and proven strategies.

(PRWEB) December 09, 2012

The seminar discussions on economic change will focus on creative strategies to generate revenue for ministry expansion. Ministries in many areas of the country continue to face stagnant or declining property values and tighter underwriting guidelines as well as economic uncertainty and potential changes to tax law that could reduce deductions for charitable donations. In addition, churches are facing the potential of reduced giving due to the retirement of the Baby Boomer Generation. Last year, Baby Boomers contributed just under 90% of all giving to non-profits. But as this generation continues to retire at a rate of 10,000 a day for the next 12-15 years, their giving is predicted to decline by nearly 70%.

The challenge facing ministries is how to replace this lost revenue and sustain growth and expansion during these difficult economic times. Three unique strategies will be shared during the seminar to address these economic challenges, including designing and repurposing ministry facilities to generate revenue during the week, approaching fundraising from a total life stewardship perspective, and effectively using mobile technology to increase giving and expand the donor base. In addition, the panelists will share about the unique Building Gods Way method, a delivery model that is changing the way church and Christian school facilities are being designed and built. With a foundation based on relationships, stewardship and outreach, this process has impacted hundreds of ministries across the country. Architects and construction experts will share how this approach significantly reduces costs and expands ministry opportunities during construction.

Sessions related to demographic and cultural change will center on strategies to reach and engage the millennial generation and how to bridge the gender gap and bring men back to church. Recent research indicates that 70% of those in the millennial generation feel that church is not relevant in their lives and this paradigm shift is bringing about new realities for ministries. In addition, the typical U.S. Congregation draws an adult crowd thats 61% female, 39% male. More than 90 percent of American men believe in God, and five out of six call themselves Christians, but only 1 out of 6 attend church on a given Sunday.

Panelists will share new perspectives and proven strategies, including facility considerations for third places and social engagement, master planning for a new church culture, the latest innovations in worship technology and communications, design and renovation strategies to reach men, and how to create the necessary momentum for member growth in todays culture.

For more information on the seminar tour, including dates, locations and speakers, visit the BGW Events registration web page.

About Building Gods Way (BGW) - BGW has become a recognized leader in ministry design and construction through its extensive experience in working exclusively with churches, Christian schools and colleges. Since 1998, BGW has worked with more than 600 ministries nationwide and has developed an unparalleled network of kingdom building services that includes church design, church building, church growth coaching, vision casting, capital fundraising, non-profit development, financial solutions, worship technology, mobile solutions and more. For more information, visit http://www.bgwservices.com

Derek Johnson BGW Services 801-409-1045 Email Information

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