Church Construction

Rooted in respect.

Creating sacred spaces that inspire worship, community, and connection.

Build with faith.

Catalyst specializes in church construction and renovation projects that honor sacred traditions while meeting the needs of modern worship and outreach. From new sanctuaries and parish halls to historic preservation and expansion, our team approaches every project with humility, transparency, and technical expertise.

100+

faith-based projects

10+

denominations served

2-year

warranty standard

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100+

faith-based projects

10+

denominations served

2-year

warranty standard

Organizations we work with.

United Methodist Church logo.
LCMS logo.
Catholic Diocese of Milwaukee logo.
WELS logo.
LCEF logo.
Pentecostal logo.
EFCA logo.

It’s not just about

great architecture.

(Although yes, we’re suckers for a well-designed church or a stunning office building.)

We provide comprehensive construction management for savvy leaders and purpose-driven organizations.

Projects we’ve loved.

See how we created beautiful, on-budget, on-time builds.

Multi-Venue Ministry Expansion

Multi-Venue Ministry Expansion

Christ Church Mequon | Mequon, WI

 Parish Ministry Center

Parish Ministry Center

St. Therese Church | Appleton, WI

 Worship & Gathering Expansion

Worship & Gathering Expansion

Lakeland Community Church | Lake Geneva, WI
Multi-Venue Ministry Expansion

Multi-Venue Ministry Expansion

Christ Church Mequon | Mequon, WI

Parish Ministry Center

Parish Ministry Center

St. Therese Church | Appleton, WI

Worship & Gathering Expansion

Worship & Gathering Expansion

Lakeland Community Church | Lake Geneva, WI

We handle your construction project management while you hold the reins on your vision.

Readiness Assessment

This facilitated tool assesses the readiness of your facility to help support, guide, and advance your vision and mission to launch a successful and impactful construction project. You’ll answer questions that rank your why, your what, and your how.

At the end of your Readiness Assessment, you’ll receive one or more of the following—with no payments, contract, or strings attached:

  • Visual timeline (how your project will come together)

  • Suggested partners (architects, engineers, fundraising consultants, etc.)

  • Scheduled Site Walk

Simple Math Investment: One fee structure for our services, built around your project.

Catalyst Construction
Signature Experience

When you come to us, the first step is to figure out exactly what you need (by scheduling a readiness assessment)—taking into account your budget, your must-haves, your desires, and your limits. Then, we map out a game plan and deliver a custom proposal that spells out how we’ll serve you during our time together.

That proposal will include one, some, or all of the following services:

  • Included in every Catalyst project—this includes laying out and preparing for long-term goals, land use, and functionality
  • We handle the planning and preparation phase before the actual construction begins, where key decisions regarding design, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management are made. These services aim to ensure that the project is well-defined, cost-effective, and ready for a smooth transition into construction.

We acquire, manage, and transform raw, underdeveloped land properties that are ready for sale or lease. Our role involves various steps that require a mix of business, legal, financial, and planning knowledge.

We handle the planning and preparation phase before the actual construction begins, where key decisions regarding design, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management are made. These services aim to ensure that the project is well-defined, cost-effective, and ready for a smooth transition into construction.

Our team acts as the liaison between a property owner and contractors, architects, or other project stakeholders. We’ll represent the owner’s interests throughout a project, ensuring that it is completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications.

We’re often responsible for all the above: overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects from start to finish. We manage budgets, timelines, and subcontractors, and ensure that the project complies with safety regulations, building codes, and quality standards.

Our work doesn’t end when the dust settles. We stay on site and on call, closing out details, verifying quality, and ensuring every system performs as promised. From final inspections to owner training and warranty follow-through, we make sure your building is ready to shine on day one, and built to last for years to come.

Simple Math Investment: One fee structure for our services, built around your project.

Take the first step.

Get started with your risk-free, complimentary Readiness Assessment.

Start Your Assessment

Get in touch.

Reach out to Steve Widmer to kickstart your project.

Steve Widmer

Steve Widmer

Development Executive – Church

Steve knows that a church is more than a building—it’s the heartbeat of a community. He helps congregations dream big, navigate the details, and bring their vision to life with spaces built to serve for generations.

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