Navigate the future of your church property with confidence
The essential course for transforming church property challenges into long-term impact.
THERE IS HOPE
Your Church Property Needs Strategy
Relèven’s Property Strategy Course is designed specifically for church leaders and board members facing complex property issues. As an elder, you hold a crucial role in shaping your congregation’s future. This course provides the practical knowledge and tools needed to manage and reimagine your church property, ensuring it supports your mission and serves the community.
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INTRODUCING
Relèven's Property Strategy Course
Are Ready To Plan a new Future?
In 8 concise modules, this course offers:
- An overview of Property Development: From vision to execution, introducing proformas, regulations, and risk management.
- Community Impact Frameworks: Align projects with community needs, ensuring equitable benefits for all.
- Strategic Partnerships: Guidance on building partnerships with developers and local stakeholders.
- Financial Sustainability: Explore revenue options like affordable housing to reduce donation reliance.
- Tailored Church Solutions: Real-world insights on governance and regulations to achieve the best use of church assets.
Meet Jeff, a Church Board Member you may recognize.
When Jeff joined his congregation’s board upon his grandmother's invitation, he faced a historic property with high maintenance costs and dwindling savings. Like many board members, Jeff was uncertain about his options but committed to protecting his church’s legacy. The Property Strategy Course equips board members like Jeff to develop practical, impactful strategies for managing church property and ensuring long-term sustainability.
Course Modules
SESSION 1
FROM DOOM TO DELIGHT
Move from Fear to Hope: Embrace positive change by addressing fears and adopting a hopeful outlook for the church’s future.
Ask the Right Questions: Churches need to avoid assumptions and ask questions that drive purpose and innovation.
Explore New Paths: Discover diverse ways for churches to reimagine their role and community impact through real-world examples.
SESSION 2
A DIRECTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY
Define Responsibilities and Purpose: Directors must clarify governance duties and the church’s mission in the community.
Evaluate Financial Health: Assess revenue, expenses, and building needs to ensure sustainability.
Create Urgency for Change: Identifying risks and readiness gaps can prevent issues that disconnect the church from its community.
SESSION 3
PROPERTY VALUATION
Value Beyond Finances: Property value includes community needs, housing, and heritage.
Identify Liabilities: Know when property costs outweigh benefits and assess best use for church and community.
Hire Experts: Use skilled appraisers and assessors to navigate complex property decisions.
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This Course Is For You If...
- You want to unlock the full potential of your church property
- You need a strategic approach to property challenges
- You're ready to build partnerships that align with your mission
- You seek financial and operational sustainability
- You want a tailored, actionable plan
Meet the Experts
Graham Singh
Graham has 20 years of experience as a church leader in the UK and Canada. He is the CEO and founder of Relèven and is passionate about the future of church properties and their potential for sustainable cities and communities.
Dave Harder
As our Director of Placemaking, Dave helps faith communities reimagine their mission by leveraging land and buildings for community impact and a sustainable future. With over 22 years of leadership, he specializes in aligning resources with purpose to create lasting change.
Kendra Fry
As our Hubs Project Lead, Kendra works to create cross sectoral partnerships for the common good. With deep experience in the arts and shelter systems, she works within communities to assess needs and build new sites for maximum community impact.
Dr. Mike Wood Daly
As our Research Director, Mike also directs the Halo Canada Project, focusing on the social impact of religious congregations and is Research Fellow at the Flourishing Congregations Institute, Ambrose University.
"As the church treasurer, I know my profession, but managing our church property meant facing new fields. The Releven Property Strategy Course guided us on the path forward."
- John
"I wish we’d known about this course before starting the development process—it overwhelmed us and strained our community. I highly recommend taking it to prepare for redeploying a property with potential for good."
- Rosetta
"After 40 years of managing the altar guild and volunteer rota, nothing prepared me for the challenge of saying goodbye to our family home, this church. The course helped us start this difficult journey with confidence."