Choosing a Facility – Pros & Cons
*We originally ran the blog series in 2007. Since I’m on vacation this week (and we’re in the middle of launch season), I thought we’d run it again. Hope it’s helpful!). So we’ve talked about logistics, equipment and hidden topics. Now, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty. There are so many places to have…
Read MoreChurch Facility Considerations
When it comes to facilities as well as the equipment in your rental facility there is a big question you need to answer – whether or not you should take advantage of the free “stuff” that is already installed. During the inital walk-through and negotiations with your future landlord, consider the building as a whole…
Read MoreWhat Inspires Me (Joe Kalmanir)
My experience with the church planting movement in this country has been an eye-opening experience of Love and Determination. I have met leaders and communities that are so true and genuine that I want to move away from friends and family to experience their passion and love for their communities. Here at Portable Church, with…
Read MoreReflections on Embracing Portability as a Church
Guest Blogger – Rich Birch, Connexus Community Church Last week I had the privilege of interacting with dozens of “church planting types” at the Next Church Conference in Ocala, Florida. It was great to meet up with leaders at various stages of their planting path. I could talk with church planters all day long –…
Read MoreLaunching a New Campus
Launching a new campus off of an established church base can be an exceptional way to reach a different geographic region, demographic or age group. Chip Payne shared his church’s strategy in this article we featured last year. If you choose to go portable, we can offer a few strategic tips as well. Portability or…
Read MoreInreach: Volunteer Appreciation
Every once in awhile, we have the pleasure of bringing you guest columnists; pastors who share their learnings and practices “from the field”. Below is one such article. Journeying Towards Encouraged Volunteers by Brian Stevens Every church, every ministry, every team within a ministry context shares a common challenge: getting great volunteers on board. Whether…
Read MoreSpotlight On: The Meeting House
The Meeting House, part of the Brethren in Christ, is a multi-campus church currently meeting in the Famous Players Silver City Theatres in the metropolitan Toronto area. Toronto, the fifth largest city in North America, is the cultural and business hub of Eastern Canada and home to over 7 million people. The Meeting House, located…
Read MoreFostering a Good Relationship with Your Rental Facility
As we enter into the portable church Easter Launch/ReLaunch Season, many of you are finalizing deals with your future and potential landlords. As you put the final touches on your agreement, here are some things to keep in mind. Negotiating the Economics Contrary to our instilled desires to “find the best deal”, that is not…
Read MoreThings I Wish I Knew Before I Planted a Church
By Steve Norman Did you ever wish there was a manual for church planters? Have you longed for a step-by-step guide to navigate the seasonal challenges of ministry? So have I. Sadly, none exists. Nor should it, as every leader, team, dream and context is unique unto themselves. However, no matter the size, shape, or…
Read MoreCase Study: Harvest Renewal Church, VA
Our Multisite Strategy Harvest Renewal Church is a multi-ethnic, multi-generational congregation in Richmond, VA that was started in January of 2000. Our vision is to be a people who demonstrate the presence, passion and purposes of God to our community, nation and world. The execution of that vision is to reach people with the love…
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