MAY'S FEATURE:

"Is It Time to Buy New A/V Equipment?"

In my early days of church audio, I would have asked for a piece of equipment and said, "We have to have this or the world will end!" As you know, the Book of Revelation doesn't indicate any pro audio gear deficit as a sign of the apocalypse, so my requests were denied. Years later, I'm taking a multi-step approach.

"Protective Covering Can Destroy Your Stained Glass Heritage"

The 1996 study on the effects of improperly designed protective covering on stained glass church windows by the National Preservation Center concluded that more damage has been done by improperly designed exterior glazing than by all of the fires, storm damage, and vandalism combined.

"Technology Meets Preservation"

After more than 100 years of serving as a place of worship and community, St. Mary's Catholic Church in Potsdam, New York, needed some work. The large stained glass windows had never been renovated, so a stained glass company was hired to perform necessary repairs. It was then discovered that the wood window frames were deteriorating, including the massive 15'x 23' rose window. Marvin Windows and Doors' Signature Services custom solutions group was contracted to replicate, in Honduran Mahogany, the 15 Gothic Revival windows.

"The Decorative Window Film Alternative"

The expense of stained glass in the sanctuary is justified by the beauty and inspiration the artwork imparts to the congregation during services. Many would like to have more decorative glass in their facility, but the expense of stained and etched glass is often prohibitive.

"10 Truths and Myths of E-Newsletter Marketing"

It should not be surprising that so many churches today have or are considering an e-newsletter. Some are professionally prepared, while others are little more than an e-mail announcing the next service's topic.

"Attracting New Members with Effective Signage"

Advertising for new members is one of the most important functions of a church. New members bring vibrancy to a church. They bring in new life. They make the church more interesting.  They bring in new faces to see and new hands to shake. They bring in new arms to carry the many programs that you support. And, they bring in their wallets to help fund the various church functions.