It is with great pleasure that I can announce that Crossroads Community Church
(Parker, CO) has finally put in place the critical plan to become debt free in
just 7 years. Most church projects must deploy debt as a resource to accomplish
God’s calling on the church to expand its ministry. It’s easy to get into debt,
but hard to get out. At Development Advisors, we include, as a part of our
future income projections for a church, a plan to pay off debt. We strongly
encourage our clients to establish a written plan, voted on and approved by its
elders. Today, we are thankful to announce that CCC has done just that.
As Randy Wade, former elder (CLC) stated in an email to me today: “It was
because of your professional persistence and advice that the church has
continued in keeping debt reduction as a priority! I remember that CLC meeting
vividly as you “passionately” challenged us to put an aggressive written debt
reduction plan in place and not just nod our collective heads! Your point
obviously made a lasting imprint on those who remain, even after you and I have
left our positions of influence. Praise Him! “
You may learn more about the the advantages and perils of debt as a resource for future expansion by contacting Mr. Scott McLean at scott@developco.com or by calling him at Development Advisors, LLC at 303-534-3344 x103.
I just enjoyed three days with 700 loving and
encouraging Converge Worldwide Christians
at Cornerstone Church in Chandler, Arizona, where I met people from all four
corners of the US—from Connecticut to Florida, from Washington to SoCal. I was invited
to be a part of a church facilities expansion panel that included Nate Krueger,
Paul Kruit, and Doug Peck from the Converge
Cornerstone Fund—the lending arm of Converge. Perhaps I was a blessing to the
many seeking to expand or relocate their growing churches, but for sure, I was
blessed. How? After 7 years of helping Converge Churches here in Colorado, I see
the forest for the trees. By attending this great event, I realize the
important work that God has been up to, through Development Advisors, over the past
7 years. God has worked through us to affect the lives of thousands of people who
have come to know Jesus in the Denver metro area. Eternal Life. Freedom through
Forgiveness. Changed Lives. We are humbled. Thank you Lord. May we continue to make
ourselves available for the work you would have us do for your glory! Amen. 
