The costs of maintaining and operating church buildings have risen dramatically, and many congregations are struggling to find the finances and leadership to deal with these higher expenses. These challenges are leading to some very creative solutions.

The New England Conference has created this web page as a starting point for ideas and resources for thinking about and dealing with these challenges. Because building maintenance is not our purpose -- rather, facilities are a resource to support our mission: Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

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Resources:

• Help! Our Building Costs Too Much  - brief brochure with short term and long term ideas to address rising building expenses.
• Putting Energy into Stewardship: Energy Star(r) Guide for Congregations  - information from the EPA

For more information or to discuss your specific building situation, contact your District Superintendent and District Church Location and Building Committee, or discuss with the Office of Congregational Development, email: curtis@neumc.org

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