Posts Tagged in Facility Stewardship
- 10 Mar
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No comments7 Lessons About Facility Stewardship I Learned The Hard Way
I am thrilled to share this weeks post with you. It was written by Steve Caton, part of the leadership team at Church
Community Builder. Have you ever met someone that you know immediately that they “get it”? Well…that is Steve. He get’s it spiritually…professionally…emotionally and has a real passion for the church. In addition, he is a heck of a lot of fun to hang with.This guest blog by Steve is a real life story that I am sure is far too often the case and not the exception.
- 3 Mar
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3 commentsThe Original Facility Managers Were Considered Holy Men
This year I have committed to read through the Bible. I am using the YOU VERSION app from Life Church on my tablet
(android tablet that is). I have not missed a day and am embarrassed to admit how much I did not know was in the Bible. Kind of a sad commentary about my diligence in Bible reading.Well, this week I was reading the chapters in my “plan” which included Numbers chapters 2 and 3. I was clicking away…reading diligently, then I came to Numbers 3: 14-38. I had never seen this before. Take a minute and read this section HERE…I will wait.
- 31 Oct
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No commentsSave Time and Money Using a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance and Management System)
If you are not a Facility Manager, you may not be familiar with the term “CMMS”. So as we get started, lets make sure we have a good definition. According to Wikipedia:
“Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). A CMMS software package maintains a computer database of information about an organization’s maintenance operations. This information is intended to help Management and maintenance workers do their jobs more effectively. For example, determining which equipment requires servicing/work, plan preventive maintenance and to help management make informed decisions.” - 23 Oct
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2 commentsChoosing the Right Church Management Software – POSTLUDE
Last week we posted a blog entitled 4 Ways Most Churches Select Church Management Software. It received a lot of comments and feedback which is great…thanks all.
One response in general lead me to connecting with a very smart guy from a church in Toronto (I love the way that the internet allows you to meet some many REALLY cool and smart people).
- 17 Oct
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6 comments4 Ways Most Churches Select Church Management Software
If you are involved with the administration, IT or some aspect of the support/business side of a church, you most likely have had some experience with what is affectionately called ChMS (aka – Church Management Software). Before launching Cool Solutions Group, I had no idea the number of companies, options, features and price points available for churches to sort through.There are some great resources in the market to assist you identify the many options that are available. Two of the best sources are:
- 10 Oct
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No commentsTHE BIG BOX CHURCH – Part 1: Pros and Cons of using empty retail space
Originally posted at comperio C3
For the past few years we have seen lots of churches take advantage of the vacancy rates in many of the country’s lagging real estate markets. The exit of Circuit City, Linens ‘n Things and Block Buster, the relocation of Wal-Mart to make way for the SUPER STORE, the downsizing of many car dealerships and the closing of other large retails facilities has left the real estate landscape cluttered with an abundance of empty “big box” spaces.
- 2 Oct
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No commentsWhat is the REAL Role of your Facility Manager?
Originally Posted 10-2-11 at comperio C3
Over the past several years I have been introduced to some very smart people involved in the facility management field. I have gleaned so much from these people who have far more experience than me and are frankly, much smarter. People like Kevin Folsom, the Facility Manager at Dallas Theological Seminary, and Michel Theriault, RPA, LEED AP (better known as the FM Advisor). Check out his BLOG and sign up for his regular posts…he has some great stuff…even if he is from the “Great White North” (Hows it going, Eh? LOL). - 18 Sep
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No commentsAnd Then Some – One of the best blogs ever
Originally posted on Sep 18, 2011 at comperio C3
On September 13, 2011, Pastor Steven Furtick of Elevation Church posted one of the best blogs I have read in quite some time. As many of you know, the “Cool Family” attends Elevation Church and our company serves as the facility
consultant for them as well. As a side note…Elevation Church was just listed by Outreach Magazine as the 2nd fastest growing church in America. Very COOL (pun intended) to be a part of this movement of God personally and professionally.But I digress…
- 10 Sep
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No commentsWhat you don’t know…CAN HURT YOU (and your facility)
Originally posted 9-10-11 at comperio C3
FACILITY POP QUIZ
1. What is the effective life expectancy of the roof(s) at your facility?
2. How many more years will your HVAC systems last and how much will they cost to replace?
3. Do you have any mold, asbestos or other environmental issues?
4. What kind of “First Impression” will your facilities make to a guest?
5. How do your operational costs compare to industry benchmarking?
6. Are your facilities safe?
7. Do your facilities meet code(s)?
- 4 Sep
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No commentsCool Solutions Group Offers the Best Web Based Solutions for Churches
facilitEspace was developed to assist facility owners and occupants be more efficient and effective in addressing the regular and preventive maintenance issues associated with any facility. This 100% web based application is easy to use and cost effective. It provides the following features:
- Service Request Processing
- Work Order management
- Vendor tracking and assignment of work
- Equipment tracking
- Scheduling of recurring preventive maintenance items
- Multiple User access from any web access point
Integrated Project Delivery Association
International Facilities Manager Association (IFMA)
National Assoc. of Church Business Administration (NACBA)
National Assocaition of Church Facility Managers (NACFM)