Church building projects can be fraught with challenges that threaten to burn out the pastor, place the church in financial bondage, and cause deep divisions in the church. The Disaster Prevention Guide for Church Building Projects will help you eliminate unnecessary stress and pending problems as you sail through smoother waters toward a building project you can look back on with satisfaction. Developed by a church-planning consultant (who is also an experienced engineer and church business administrator), this guide will explain how to properly plan your building project as you examine your church s needs, abilities, and potential and lay out a plan for success. Even Jesus recognized the need to plan in Luke 14:28-30 You will Learn why planning is essential Determine how much you can spend Find out how not to save money Discover how to make the most of your money Learn when to involve an architect Understand communication, funding, and design planning Explore loans, permits, and more Discover how to preserve your pastor Use this guide to Turn your visions into blueprints Avoid pastor burn-out Prevent wasted time and money Protect your church Determine the best solution for your space needs Overcome problems that lie ahead through planning Develop a plan for a successful building project Includes: 77-page printed guide and instruction on 2 CDs."