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Broadening Perspectives & Building Relationships: Meet Chris Vahl
Finding Purpose in Building Communities
From Decline to New Life: Catalyst Helps the Sisters of Mother of God Monastery Reimagine Their Future
How Catalyst Became and Remains Providence Academy’s Builder
ELEVATE: A Leadership Conference Series That’s About More Than Construction
How Momentum-Building Events Maintain Excitement Between Groundbreaking and Ribbon Cutting
A Mission Greater Than Construction: Building Hope with Catalyst
Building Together: A Developer’s Perspective on Partnership, Trust, and Shared Vision
Revitalizing with Purpose: Construction’s Role in Cultural & Historic Preservation Projects
Building the Right Team: Key People You Need to Drive Your Project Forward
Building with Purpose: How Catalyst and TRIUN3 Empower Ministry Growth Together
The Secret to Getting Your Construction Project to Break Ground
Building on Mission: A Partnership Rooted in Purpose
Building on Faith and Future: A Perspective from Great Plains Lutheran High School
Answering the Call: How Faith Communities Can Help Solve the Affordable Housing Crisis
Bringing the Affordable Housing Capital Stack Together: Why Collaboration is Key
The Art of Fundraising: Starting Strong, Keeping Momentum, and Building Lasting Relationships
Building a Future of Healing: Meta House’s Mission and Partnership with Catalyst Construction
7 Inspiring Church Design Trends For 2025
Value Engineering in Construction: 5 Key Ways the Church Can Apply It to Its Design
Overcoming the Challenges of Church Growth
Church Construction for Music Ministry: Designing Spaces for Sound and Worship
4 Practical Design Tips for Budget-Conscious School Construction Projects
Prioritizing Community-Centric Development in Church Construction: What You Need to Know
Catalyst Construction’s Ambassador Program: Spotlight on Jeff Ulman and Builders for Christ
Catalyst Construction’s Ambassador Program: Spotlight on Michelle Rutkowski and MOR Studios
Optimizing the Post-Construction Process for Better Outcomes
4 Tips for Effective School Construction for STEM Education
Catalyst Construction: Building Trust and Excellence with Nonprofit and Church-Based Projects
Catalyst Construction Ambassador Program: A Testimonial by Pastor Jon D. Buchholz
Choosing a Church Capital Campaign Consultant? 5 Red Flags to Look For and Key Questions to Help You See Them
4 Viable Strategies to Combat the Senior Living Labor Shortage
Embracing Partnership and Innovation: A Reflection on Collaboration with Wisconsin Lutheran College and Catalyst Construction
Catalyst Construction and Moss Universal Park: Pioneering the Future of Inclusive Recreation
Catalyst Construction Partners with Apostolic Truth Church for New Church Campus
5 Ways to Utilize Church Space During Summer
5 Construction Priorities That You Can’t Afford to Overlook
10 Effective Development Partnerships for Church Spaces
Bring Your Vision to Reality with a Multilayered Church Construction Process
Church Building Construction: Embracing Flexibility and Adaptability
What is a Groundbreaking Ceremony and 3 Values it Displays
Can You Complete a Church Construction Project without Church Debt?
Reframing Your Ministry: 3 Ways to Leave a Church Legacy
Designing Children’s Ministry Spaces: 4 Priorities to Help Your Church Flourish
Senior Housing: Creating a Bright Future in Response to Urgent Needs
Key Questions and Essential Spaces for Church Design
6 Key Priorities for a Successful Church Construction Process
Catalyst Construction Commences Work on Long-Awaited Five Points Lofts
Ready for 2024? Top Giving Trends in Christian Churches
Ready for 2024? Top Giving Trends in Christian Churches
Why You Need an Architect: 5 Ways an Architect Brings Your Vision to Life
Cultivating Generosity: A Look at the 5 Types of Givers in the Church
4 Key Phases of a Capital Campaign Plan
6 Steps to Maximize the Impact of Your Church Construction Process
The 4 Biggest Pitfalls in Church Building Projects and How to Avoid Them
The Core Values of a Successful Construction Project
Three Ways Capital Campaigns for Churches Can Maximize Your Impact
Church Debt and Your Congregation: Stepping into an Inspiring Future
Strategic Church Communication for Defining Moments of Your Church’s Life
Creative Fundraising for School Construction Projects: 5 Ideas to Get You Started
Innovating Senior Living: Understanding the GUIDE Model for Dementia Care with Catalyst
Project Partnerships: Exploring the Responsibilities of an Owner’s Representative
Church First Impressions: 5 Simple, Useful Tips for Pastors to Create Lasting Guest Impact | Church Answers
5 Construction Communication Mistakes Your Church Cannot Afford to Make
Overcoming Challenges in Committee-Driven Church Building Projects
5 Things to Consider Before Starting a New School Construction Project
5 Common Communication Mistakes in Construction Projects
5 Reasons to Host a Groundbreaking Ceremony
7 Steps to Cast a Compelling Vision for Church Construction
4 Costly Mistakes in Your New Construction Project and Expansions
The Importance of Having an Effective Church Building Committee
Challenges Around Funding a Church-School Construction Project
The Successful Groundbreaking Ceremony & How To Plan It
Trimming Down Your Commercial Construction Budget
3 Great Ways To Get Your Congregation Engaged With Your Next Church Construction Project
4 Tips For Creating The Perfect Floorplan For Your Commercial Space
3 Ways to Hire the Wrong Commercial Construction Firm
Decisions, Decisions: Knowing Your Options For Your Mass Timber Construction Project
3 Techniques Construction Companies Can Use To Make Buildings More Energy Efficient
Part Three: Mission Control – Navigating Our Churches Through the Uncharted Waters of a Pandemic
Part Two: Mission Control – Navigating Our Churches Through the Uncharted Waters of a Pandemic
Part 1: Mission Control – Navigating Our Churches Through the Uncharted Waters of a Global Pandemic
Mass Timber Construction — Fast Facts
How Affordable Housing Construction Impacts the Economy
Green Building: Saving Money and Our Earth
Never Mess with School Construction Safety – 6 Steps for Success
Deliver – 4 Questions to Solidify a Successful Church Building Project
Develop – 4 Questions for Success During Your Church Building Project
Switching OFF in an Always ON world
Best Practices for Sustainable Construction Infographic
6 Up-and-Coming Green Initiatives for Commercial Buildings
Determine: 4 Questions for Success During Your Church Building Project
4 Considerations for Assembling the Right Church Building Project Committee
Adaptive Reuse: A Beginner’s Guid
The Importance of Thoughtful Design in Affordable Housing Construction
Steps to a More Sustainable Construction Future
THIRTEEN31 Apartment Complex Nears Completion
Maintaining Consistency in Your Ministry During Construction of Your New Space
Discovery: 4 Questions for Success During Your Church Building Project
Churches: Here’s Why You Might Want to Repurpose an Existing Building