We help churches transform their communities through faith-led, sustainable, innovative, and mission-focused housing and economic development projects. If your church is seeking to serve your community in new ways, watch the videos below to start your journey.
Videos to help Churches understand existing conditions & (re)development potential
In this series:
Completing Your Church’s Mission – Learn about the vital work of closure and legacy with Rev. David Schoen.
Is There a Knot at the End of Your Rope? – Hear from Matt Wagner of the United Church Funds on the investment of church resources - of all sizes and amounts - in sustainable and just ways.
The Value of Financial Reporting – Rev. Karen McArthur of Congregational Finance LLC overviews the value of financial reporting in congregations. It offers helpful insights to gain an understanding of non-profit financial report formats, from reporting and bookkeeping concepts, to finally offering other resources and assistance as these things relate to UCC CB&LF services.
Videos to help churches assess capital-raising opportunities for (re) development projects
In this series:
So You Want a Loan? – Make sure that you’re church is ready to apply for a loan and learn what the process entails.
Capital Campaign Services – Undertaking a capital campaign can be a daunting task, but a Church Building & Loan Fund Regional Mission Interpreter (RMI) can guide your church through the campaign process, providing resources and support necessary for a successful campaign.
More Than You Can Ask For or Imagine – Learn about the Visioning and Fundraising services available to you and your congregations from the UCC Church Building & Loan Fund, from Visioning, Financial Feasibility Studies and Capital Campaigns, Lead Regional Mission Interpreter, Jill White provides an overview of the myriad of ways the CB&LF is here to help.
Videos for Churches embarking on a (re)development project
In this series:
Repurposing Resources for Mission – A "Repurposing" process can help your church make sure that your mission (your "why"), you assets (people, gifts, and property), and your community's needs are in alignment. In this workshop CBLF Lead Regional Mission Interpreter Jill White will describe and provide tools for an intentional process that your church can use to help ensure that alignment. Examples will also be shared of how a few UCC congregations transformed their lives, mission and community presence through the use of their buildings and campus.
Construction, Cost and a Conductor – The Partners in Vision program offers planning and technical assistance on major projects involving church property. We help your church create a plan that is resourceful, sustainable, creative and mission focused—assisting with project management, pre-development, repurposing church owned property that is unused or underused, planning complex projects and charting a course for real estate in transition. Hear from CB&LF Partners, Sandra Acosta and Heather Caudill as they talk through our PIV programs and services to help you and your congregation with transformative projects.
Explores the questions, theology, ministry, and process of churches completing their missions through closure and preparation of a legacy for the future.