More than 90% of church building plans never break ground—not because the vision wasn’t solid, but because the plan wasn’t clear.
Clear Path Forward gives you a strategy that aligns your vision, finances, and facilities—before you ever spend a dollar on design. It’s a proven process trusted by growing churches across the country to help move churches from their current reality to their preferred future
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What’s Included In Your Strategy Document
While every Clear Path Forward engagement is customized to your church’s unique goals and context, your Comprehensive Strategy Document is tailored to reflect what matters most to your ministry. Here’s a sample of what it may include:
Programming + Concept Design
Ministry space needs by square footage
Bubble diagrams and site plans
Parking layouts, multisite models, and expansion prototypes
Real Estate + Cost Strategy
Hard, soft, and site cost breakdowns
Lease vs. purchase comparisons
Property search criteria
Financial Roadmap
Donor + giving data analysis
Heat maps and capital needs
Timing recommendations for fundraising and debt strategy
Project Timeline + Milestones
Timeline from where you are to where you want to go
“I believe growing churches should do a Clear Path Forward every few years to help them evaluate their ever-changing needs and better understand where they can provide the most value for their church community.”
Glen Brechner
Executive Director, Chase Oaks Church
“The packet delivered to us after Clear Path Forward was comprehensive and thorough. It walked us through the results of the process and how Ministry Solutions arrived at the final design concept. More importantly, it answered the most pressing questions: here’s what you can afford and this is how it's going to meet all your requirements.”
Andrè Bright
Project Coordinator, Raleigh North Christian Center
Clarity Before Construction
Most church projects hit roadblocks because key decisions are made in the wrong order, or without the full picture.
That’s why we created the Clear Path Forward.
This chart shows how our process goes far beyond architectural concepting. From building activation and multisite strategy to financial modeling and childcare operations, we help you align your vision, funding, and facility. All before you ever break ground.
The result? A clear plan, a right-sized project, and a confident team moving forward together.
How long does the Clear Path Forward process take?
Typically 45-60 days consisting of pre-work with the church (questionnaires/assessments, etc), a two-day onsite with MSG team, and delivery of full financial and strategic report.
Do we need to be a megachurch to benefit from this?
Not at all. Clear Path Forward is designed for any church with a strong vision and desire to steward resources well—whether you're multisite, mobile, or about to launch your first campus.
What if we’ve already hired an architect or started planning?
No problem. We often step in during early-stage design to ensure your plans are aligned with your finances and goals. We can help avoid costly missteps.
