Church Construction Manual

Building a church facility is an exciting undertaking—and often one of the largest financial commitments a congregation will make. Yet many pastors and building committee members enter the process with little construction experience.

The Church Construction Manual helps church leaders understand the decisions, procedures, and working relationships involved in bringing a building project to completion. John L. Wheeler explains the church’s role as owner and offers practical guidance for protecting its interests while working cooperatively with architects, contractors, and other participants.

Topics include preparing a building program, selecting architects and contractors, evaluating bids, negotiating agreements, managing construction, and completing the project properly. Throughout, the emphasis is on careful preparation, avoiding unnecessary expense, and reducing the misunderstandings that can lead to delays and disputes.

Written for pastors, building committees, and congregations, this manual makes an unfamiliar process more understandable. Its purpose is to help churches make informed decisions, care responsibly for the resources entrusted to them, and approach construction with the wisdom and order such an important undertaking deserves.