The Role of Acoustic Panels in Church Sound Quality

  When people gather in a church, they come to worship, pray, and find solace. The serene atmosphere of a church can be significantly enhanced or detracted by its sound quality. One of the most effective ways to improve church acoustics is through the use of acoustic panels. In this article, we will explore the

How to Implement a Successful Family Survey

  Families’ opinions matter, and as their wants and needs change, it’s important for performance and growth to know. An annual family survey is a great way to gather strategic information, identify changes in expectations, connect with families, learn what is and isn’t working for the day-to-day processes, and identify areas of improvement in child

Innovative Funding Solution Enables Arizona Church to Convert to Solar Energy with No Upfront Costs

  Sunrock Distributed Generation, a commercial solar and clean energy development and management platform, and Watthub Renewables, a nationwide commercial solar installer, have announced the completion of a 280kW rooftop solar installation on the Palm Valley Church in Goodyear, Arizona. Financed by a solar service agreement designed to unlock the cost and environmental benefits of

What Is the Best Flooring for Churches?

  The search for the best flooring for churches has taken center stage, with an increasing emphasis on creating spaces that foster spirituality, community, and comfort. As churches continue to evolve, so do their flooring needs, requiring a keen understanding of the latest options and trends. Selecting the best flooring for churches is a significant

The History and Future of Illumination

  The first commercially available light bulb appeared in the 1880s, or over 140 years ago when there were only 42 states in the Union. Largely through the work of Thomas Edison and his associates, the incandescent “globe” spread rapidly. As electric power became available across the nation, sales reached hundreds of millions annually. The

First Baptist Cleveland

  Church leaders at First Baptist Cleveland in Cleveland, Tennessee, chose HH Architects for their recent project. They interviewed several firms and felt a tremendous peace with HH Architects and Bruce Woody, president and chief executive officer. It was apparent very quickly that they had found the people who could re-dream with them. They challenged

Living Stones Church

  Living Stones Church in Crown Point, Indiana, is a spiritual greenhouse where people are loved, encouraged, and equipped to grow into all that Christ has called them to be. Pastor Ron Johnson has enjoyed serving the church family at Living Stones for 30 years in a variety of leadership roles before becoming Senior Pastor

Gathering Spaces: Design for Flexibility, Comfort, and Renewability

  Whether historic or newly constructed, churches serve as spiritual, social, and community hubs. Over time, the design of church interiors, especially gathering spaces, has evolved to accommodate the diverse needs of congregations. These spaces are dynamic environments that support flexible seating arrangements, functionality, comfort, and aesthetic variety. Whether a church is centuries old or

Microphone Advice for the Christmas Season

  With Christmas around the corner, churches nationwide are preparing their choirs and bands for special musical performances. But choirs and bands can be challenging for musical directors to deal with, considering many churches lack resources. Some do not have all of the space they would like to have for adequate separation between singers and

3 Ways Intelligent Video Surveillance Systems Are Safeguarding Churches

  In recent years, churches have been hard pressed to address rising threats and evolving security challenges. While several out-of-the-box solutions have generated media buzz in recent months—from enlisting private security to arming members of the congregation—new developments in video analytics have positioned surveillance systems as the go-to physical solution for churches across the United