Reimagining and Developing Faith-owned Campuses for Community Flourishing
Event Date: April 22, 2026
About This
Event
Join Peter Beeson, Director of Redevelopment – Church Owned Properties at Hope Community Capital, as he walks participants through what is required for successful, mission-driven development addressing urgent community needs.
You’ll learn:
- Why now is an important moment to reimagine faith‑owned property
- Real-world examples of congregations that redeveloped their campuses to strengthen ministry and community impact
- Key technical steps: zoning, land-use constraints, capital stacks, legal/tax considerations, and selecting the right partners
- The adaptive journey: leading change, clarifying mission, engaging diverse voices, and navigating the politics of a congregation
- The Seven Step framework for leading your community through meaningful change
If you want both actionable strategy and encouraging stories, this session will help you have a better understanding of what redevelopment involves and what questions to ask. Join us to gain the confidence and practical insight required to begin shaping what’s possible for your faith-owned property.
This webinar is designed for project sponsors: judicatory and congregational leaders, community development professionals, local government planning leaders, and nonprofit executives.
Panelists
Peter Beeson, Director of Redevelopment – Church Owned Properties