Thinking Ahead: A Pastor’s Guide to Preparing for a Successful Capital Campaign

This webinar is designed to equip pastors with a foundational understanding of what’s involved in a capital campaign, helping them think both strategically and spiritually before launching into one. Whether you’ve led a campaign before or are considering one for the first time, this session will offer timely insights into how campaigns are evolving––and why they work, even if they look different today.

We’ll explore how the landscape of capital campaigns has shifted in recent years, particularly in light of the pandemic, economic changes and shifting congregational dynamics. Many assumptions about fundraising no longer hold true in 2025, and this webinar will help clarify what has changed and what remains essential.

The core of the session will focus on five key questions pastors should consider before initiating a church-wide capital fundraising effort. These questions address leadership alignment, congregational buy-in, theological and cultural fit, spiritual impact and practical readiness, providing a framework for thoughtful and effective preparation.

Questions?

Contact our Ministry Advancement team.