This manual was created for congregations who are planning to purchase, rehabilitate or build a house of worship with funding from United Church of Christ Building & Loan Fund.

It provides information on the church development process, including:

• the role and responsibilities of key professionals
• guidance on the selection of professionals
• structuring contracts and payment terms
• estimating preliminary budgets
• tips for ensuring the project's success
  

From the United Church of Christ Church Building & Loan Fund