Pastors Executive Forum

XPastor events are led by current church leaders. Pastors talking to pastors! The context of the discussion is always centered on the local church and how churches are doing and improving ministry

Forum Topics

Spiritual DNA: Spiritual Leadership for a New Building

Spiritual DNA: putting in print the unique factors of your church. The Great Commandment and Great Commission are universal drives for churches, but what is unique to your church?

If you don’t know your spiritual DNA, then you will “build the wrong building!” And if you don’t know where you’re going, then any road will do! We'll explore the following important considerations: style of worship — classic, traditional, blended, contemporary, ultra-contemporary; ancient/future motifs in your church; how formal is your congregation; role of existing and future technology; multiple uses of the room or space; knowing your congregation and how building materials will help or hinder your worship experience. These have huge building implications!

Designing the Dream: Interaction with the Architect

Pick “any” architect and you will get “any” building! Is this what you really want?

In this part of the program, you will learn the 5 top questions for selecting your architect and some of the key terms in an “architect’s language” that will help you express your dreams. How can you select the best architect and how can you interview the architect? At the Pastor's Executive Forum, you'll have the opportunity to talk to a church that is in the middle of the design to construction process.

Lunch Interview & Open Discussion

When XPastor.org is involved, lunch times are always vital sessions! Our lunch will interview an experienced strategist from ECCU, pastors and others—about how to raise funds for your project. Bring you questions as it will be interactive.

Funding the Dream: Working with Bankers and Fundraisers

For many, this is the biggest challenge. How can I get the right help? What are my options in “doing it myself or getting a professional to assist us?”

We will explore the key components to a successful financial campaign and answer your most pressing questions. In raising money, how much is enough, not enough and too much? What if God brings in more than we asked for? Less than we asked for? What are some principles about borrowing and the role of debt? Talk to two churches that have recently funded their dream.

Building the Dream: How to Work with a Contractor

Do we need an “owner’s representative” to work with the contractor?

Learn how to define the role of church staff in working with the contractor and list the options that are readily available. What about the contract and possible cost-overruns. How long will it really take to build? Talk to a church that has recently finished their building!

Presenters:

Spiritual DNA & Designing the Dream … people doing it right now

Grace Covenant Church in Austin has just finished designing and funding the dream, a new 1900 seat worship center. Interact with Ray Anderson, the Executive Pastor in charge of the building project. Ray will be joined by John Jackson, a principal in Jackson Galloway, who designed the building. See not only the finished drawings, but all the designs leading up to the final. The church started with a two-story concept and finished with an arena-style worship center. Ray and John will be available in the afternoon to discuss issues about your church.

Funding & Building the Dream

Oak Hill Church has recently finished construction of a new worship center. Paul Sewell is their Executive Pastor and had a team of people helping him to oversee the construction. Paul will share his experience of negotiating the loan with several banks, selecting the right bank and then working with the contractor. Pual will have key members of his team share about their role in the project. Paul will be available in the morning to discuss issues about your church.

Contractors & Fund Raising

Bob Feitl was a general contractor for years, building immense projects around the world—then God called him into ministry. As an Executive Pastor, he has brought his experience into the church world. Bob will share his wisdom with the entire group. And, bring your questions for Bob as he will be available all day to interact with you and your project.