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MASTER planning FREE CONSULTATION Is your church facility hindering your ministry growth? Imagine a church facility that perfectly supports the mission and vision of your church. At Brown, we believe your facility should facilitate ministry growth, not stifle it. Our master planning process goes beyond the design, considering how to best utilize your space to foster a thriving ministry. We'll help you maximize efficiency, project future growth, and present a strategic roadmap that prioritizes your needs within your budget. WHAT IS MASTER PLANNING? "Strategically Positioning facilities for sequential ministry growth" WHY MASTER PLAN? strategic growth A master plan guides your church's growth in a strategic and financially responsible way. It helps you determine if relocation, renovation, or expansion is the best course of action, ensuring your facilities support your ministry's vision for the future. maximized space Master plans analyze how your church currently uses space and predict future needs. This allows for optimized space allocation, creating dedicated areas for key ministries and maximizing efficiency. No more underutilized rooms or struggling to fit everyone in for worship. financial responsibility By prioritizing needs within your budget, a master plan helps you avoid costly mistakes and make informed financial decisions. Exploring creative solutions like phased construction allows you to realize your vision in manageable phases, making it more affordable. connected community A well-designed master plan creates a more welcoming and functional space for your congregation. This includes intuitive pathways, easy access to essential areas, and a central hub that fosters connection and interaction. thriving ministry environment Ultimately, a master plan empowers your ministry. By creating a space that reflects your church's values and supports your programs, you unlock your full potential for worship, outreach, and relationship building. Find Your Solution 3 simple steps 1. Survey Your Needs Complete a brief survey to establish your needs and objectives. 2. Receive a Clarification Call Talk with us about the issues you're facing and clarify what you feel you need. 3. Get a SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS REPORT Use the suggested solutions report to find answers and solutions specific to your situation. GET STARTED OUR SERVICES discover Coaching & Consulting Through in-depth ministry studies, leadership workshops, coaching, and webinars, our coaches and consultants help churches discover the barriers limiting their church growth and health. Read More design Ministry Focused Design ​ Our ministry driven church designs are created by church architects who are active in ministry, understand different worship styles, and work seamlessly with our church construction team. Read More Fund Campaign Tools & Feasibility ​ When your solution requires a capital campaign or financing, our members can help with 3D animations, 3D renderings, print materials, campaign tools, financial feasibility studies, and financial coaching. Read More build Church Building Construction ​ Our church construction team has built over 1.5 million square feet for hundreds of churches across the country. Our integrated process, ensures you receive a cost-effective solution. Read More

Trinity Evangelical Free Church Problem Relational Ministry without relational space, confused paths of travel, and small outdated Worship space. solution Create clear paths of travel with multiple landing points for conversation, a new Multi-purpose Worship space, and renovate the existing sanctuary into a large connection area. project details Scope: Construction of a new sanctuary, lobby space, and basement addition. Renovating previous sanctuary into new fellowship hall - complete with a coffee area & check-in for kid's space. Additional parking & landscaping. ​ Square Footage: 10,710 SF Addition the plan Find Your Solution 3 simple steps 1. survey Your Needs Complete a brief survey to establish your needs and objectives. 2. Receive a Clarification Call Talk with us about the issues you're facing and clarify what you feel you need. 3. Get A SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS REPORT Use the suggested solutions report to find answers and solutions specific to your situation. GET STARTED

resources the proactive church You cannot solve problems with the same thinking that created them. Learn how proactive thinking can transform your ministry. Download designed for connection Learn to utilize design ideas in your facility to facilitate more meaningful connections. Download passion, prayer, planning Build your ministry the Nehemiah Way! Learn how three disciplines can transform your ministry. Download New Life Christian Church Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Now Playing New Life Christian Church 03:04 Play Video Now Playing Thom Rainer, Church Answers CEO and BCDG Ministry Partner 02:18 Play Video Now Playing FBC Scott City Animation 02:22 Play Video Find Your Solution 3 simple steps 1. Take a quiz about Your Needs Complete a brief quiz to establish your needs and objectives. 2. Receive a Clarification Call Talk with us about the issues you're facing and clarify what you feel you need. 3. Get A SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS REPORT Use the suggested solutions report to find answers and solutions specific to your situation. GET STARTED

How can we serve you? Contact Information Phone: 888.879.1338 OUR SERVICES discover Coaching & Consulting Through in-depth ministry studies, leadership workshops, coaching, and webinars, our coaches and consultants help churches discover the barriers limiting their church growth and health. Read More design Ministry Focused Design ​ Our ministry driven church designs are created by church architects who are active in ministry, understand different worship styles, and work seamlessly with our church construction team. Read More Fund Campaign Tools & Feasibility ​ When your solution requires a capital campaign or financing, our members can help with 3D animations, 3D renderings, print materials, campaign tools, financial feasibility studies, and financial coaching. Read More build Church Building Construction ​ Our church construction team has built over 1.5 million square feet for hundreds of churches across the country. Our integrated process, ensures you receive a cost-effective solution. Read More Let's Talk Thanks for reaching out! Submit We can help with Church Growth, Church Design, Church Capital Campaigns, and Church Building Construction.

Calvary churcH READ THEIR STORY PLAY VIDEO Problem Designing a 1,400 seat auditorium in an existing building with columns ever 40 feet. solution Exterior Beams to hold up the roof. project details Scope: Renovation of a 148,281 SF of facility into a church. ​ Square Footage: 148,281 SF Renovation “Brown started with what we hoped to see God do – not with the building. The result helped us turn the corner ministry-wise.” Ty Thomas, Pastor the plan Find Your Solution 3 simple steps 1. survey Your Needs Complete a brief survey to establish your needs and objectives. 2. Receive a Clarification Call Talk with us about the issues you're facing and clarify what you feel you need. 3. Get A SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS REPORT Use the suggested solutions report to find answers and solutions specific to your situation. GET STARTED

OUR SERVICES discover Strategic Planning Through in-depth ministry studies, leadership workshops, coaching, and webinars, our coaches and consultants help churches discover the barriers limiting their church growth and health. Learn More design Church Design ​ Our ministry driven church designs are created by church architects who are active in ministry, understand different worship styles, and work seamlessly with our church construction team. Learn More Fund Capital Campaign ​ When your solution requires a capital campaign or financing, our members can help with 3D animations, 3D renderings, print materials, financial feasibility studies, and generosity coaching. Learn More build Church Construction ​ Our church construction team has built over 2 million square feet for hundreds of churches across the country. Our integrated process, ensures you receive a cost-effective solution. Learn More

Connect Church Problem Landlocked with no area to expand. Over capacity attendance at the existing facility. Needed a facility which reflected who they are as a ministry. solution Relocate to a new location. Create a larger facility with a large sanctuary and more connection space. Construction of child specific areas to accommodate the growing children's ministry. project details Scope: Construction of a new facility built specifically for needs of the Connect Church ministries. ​ Square Footage: 21,095 SF the plan Find Your Solution 3 simple steps 1. survey Your Needs Complete a brief survey to establish your needs and objectives. 2. Receive a Clarification Call Talk with us about the issues you're facing and clarify what you feel you need. 3. Get A SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS REPORT Use the suggested solutions report to find answers and solutions specific to your situation. GET STARTED

ministry focused design Master Planning PLANNING Laying a strong foundation Our church designers provide ministry specific services that ensure you have a clear understanding of your ministry’s needs, the direction you will be taking, and the process required to get there. Design Creating Innovative Solutions Our architects specialize in translating your ministry’s needs into design solutions. Our designers work nationwide creating designs that provide the right physical tools needed to meet ministry goals for the future. Pre-visualization See it before you build it Clear communication is paramount within the design process. Our architects design using cutting edge 3D software to enhance client understanding. You no longer need to waste time and energy trying to decipher standard architectural drawings. Design Our ministry driven network of church architects provide cutting edge ideas and designs using their vast knowledge of the latest in church architecture. Our church design process is led by your ministry objectives and church vision. Your church design becomes a collaborative effort between our church architects, church consultants, and church construction teams who will: Recognize ministry dynamics Bring individual experience with a diverse portfolio of churches Develop informed church designs and long-range master plans Optimize efficiency and limit costs You can expect to benefit from our streamlined church design process due to our experience and understanding of ministry combined with the ability to directly interact with an experienced church construction team. The result is a facility with innovative church architecture able to meet your ministry needs and fulfill your aesthetic desires while staying on budget and on time. Find Your Solution 3 simple steps 1. Survey Your Needs Complete a brief survey to establish your needs and objectives. 2. Receive a Clarification Call Talk with us about the issues you're facing and clarify what you feel you need. 3. Get a SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS REPORT Use the suggested solutions report to find answers and solutions specific to your situation. GET STARTED OUR SERVICES discover Coaching & Consulting Through in-depth ministry studies, leadership workshops, coaching, and webinars, our coaches and consultants help churches discover the barriers limiting their church growth and health. Read More design Ministry Focused Design ​ Our ministry driven church designs are created by church architects who are active in ministry, understand different worship styles, and work seamlessly with our church construction team. Read More Fund Campaign Tools & Feasibility ​ When your solution requires a capital campaign or financing, our members can help with 3D animations, 3D renderings, print materials, campaign tools, financial feasibility studies, and financial coaching. Read More build Church Building Construction ​ Our church construction team has built over 1.5 million square feet for hundreds of churches across the country. Our integrated process, ensures you receive a cost-effective solution. Read More

resources 4 keys to positioning for church growth Considering expansion? Don't neglect these 4 keys. Download from surviving to thriving Tired of just surviving? Use these goals for a health focused building program. Download gospel centered building programs Avoid the common building program pitfalls and struggles. Download Build your ministry the Nehemiah Way! Learn how three disciplines can transform your ministry. Download Learn to utilize design ideas in your facility to facilitate more meaningful connections. Download It's hard to lead if you are just wandering around. You can change today by learning to effectively communicate with your team. Download designed for connection greenlines podcast passion, prayer, planning Find Your Solution 3 simple steps 1. survey Your Needs Complete a brief survey to establish your needs and objectives. 2. Receive a Clarification Call Talk with us about the issues you're facing and clarify what you feel you need. 3. Get A SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS REPORT Use the suggested solutions report to find answers and solutions specific to your situation. GET STARTED OUR SERVICES discover Coaching & Consulting Through in-depth ministry studies, leadership workshops, coaching, and webinars, our coaches and consultants help churches discover the barriers limiting their church growth and health. Read More design Ministry Focused Design ​ Our ministry driven church designs are created by church architects who are active in ministry, understand different worship styles, and work seamlessly with our church construction team. Read More Fund Campaign Tools & Feasibility ​ When your solution requires a capital campaign or financing, our members can help with 3D animations, 3D renderings, print materials, campaign tools, financial feasibility studies, and financial coaching. Read More build Church Building Construction ​ Our church construction team has built over 1.5 million square feet for hundreds of churches across the country. Our integrated process, ensures you receive a cost-effective solution. Read More

Your Trusted Ministry Partner Our Founder History Decades of Experience ​ We have assisted hundreds of church leaders in creating healthy, vibrant congregations across the nation since 1962. Ministry Focused Helping Leaders Advance the Gospel We strive to glorify God, unify the church body, and bear witness to Christ through each of our faith-based disciplines. Integrated Approach A Team of Collaborative Experts ​ We believe an integrated system of consulting, architecture, and construction produces the best ministry momentum. Meet The Team leadership Me Todd is responsible for providing the overall leadership for the company. ​ Education | Construction Management and Engineering University of Nebraska Lincoln, NE Certified StratOP Facilitator Certified NCD Coach Todd Brown Founder/CEO Me Mike is responsible for planning the building process, producing a critical path, and understanding the timing of each stage. ​ Education | B.S. - Civil Engineering University of Nebraska Lincoln, NE ​ Mike Leigh Director of Pre-Construction Brett is responsible for planning the oversight and management of the construction process. ​ Education | B.S. - Construction Management w/ Business Minor University of Nebraska Lincoln, NE ​ Brett Harsh Director of Construction Me Dustin is responsible for planning the oversight and management of the company finances and technology. ​ Education | B.S. - Accounting Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE ​ Dustin Hershberger CFO our founder Todd Brown, founder of the Brown Church Development Group, began his ministry as a walk-on for Coach Tom Osborne at the University of Nebraska. He played wide receiver for the Huskers from 1978-1982, while studying Engineering and Construction Management. Utilizing the influence being a Nebraska football player provided him, Todd was actively involved with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) organization, sharing his testimony and advancing the gospel in hundreds of churches and schools. Driven by his love for Christ and the local church, he recognized a need for integration and collaboration within the church building process. His passion to see each church realize its full potential while avoiding the typical roadblocks to success led him to create the Brown Church Development Group. The result has been the relentless development of methods and processes that help the local church clarify its ministry, fulfill its mission, maintain its unity, and remain faithful to its testimony and outreach. Todd, and the Brown Church Development Group, have served hundreds of churches across the nation, expanding the kingdom of God with over 1.5 million square feet in church construction. ​ Utilizing an integrated approach, Todd’s ability to strategically position a church for growth has impacted churches far beyond traditional architecture and construction. Todd shares his expertise and heart through workshops and speaking engagements throughout the country. Personal ​ Todd’s love for the local church is not merely theoretical. Todd is an active member of his home church and has taught an adult Sunday school class for over 20 years. He is a regular speaker for Fellowship of Christian Athletes and has served on the Nebraska State FCA Board. Todd also serves on Nebraska Gospel Network’s Leadership Board. Noted for his accomplishments in high school track (he still holds the state record in the triple jump, is a 2005 Nebraska High School Hall of Fame inductee, and was selected as one of “the Nebraska 100” athletes of all time), Todd passed up college track scholarships to play football In 1983, Todd was drafted in the 6th round by Detroit. Opting to play in the Canadian Football League, he spent the next 6 years in Montreal, Saskatchewan, and Winnipeg. To hear more about Todd's journey, CLICK HERE to listen to a recent Javelin podcast. Find Your Solution 3 simple steps 1. Survey Your Needs Complete a brief survey to establish your needs and objectives. 2. Receive a Clarification Call Talk with us about the issues you're facing and clarify what you feel you need. 3. Get a SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS REPORT Use the suggested solutions report to find answers and solutions specific to your situation. GET STARTED

New Hope umc Problem The church needed additional relational space close to the sanctuary. The facility felt outdated, very traditional, and unwelcoming. The three congregations combining needed to make a space of their own. solution The new design focused on diversity includes a significant remodel and refreshing of the space. The design improves way-finding and creates significant amounts of relational space. The openness of the design creates a welcoming environment. project details Scope: Renovation of lobby (complete with a coffee area) and fellowship hall. Removal of walls to create a open space. ​ Square Footage: 6,830 SF Renovation the plan Find Your Solution 3 simple steps 1. survey Your Needs Complete a brief survey to establish your needs and objectives. 2. Receive a Clarification Call Talk with us about the issues you're facing and clarify what you feel you need. 3. Get A SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS REPORT Use the suggested solutions report to find answers and solutions specific to your situation. GET STARTED