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CAMPUS MASTER PLAN PRESENTATION
JANUARY 2020
What is a Campus Master Plan?
A roadmap document that guides the decision-making process for the physical development ofthe campus.
Believing the campus has the potential tomanifest the mission and values of the church,the plan covers physical spaces, open spaces,circulation and gathering, transportation andparking, and sustainability.
Presentation Outline
January 12
Introduction to the Campus Master Plan: How We Got Here and Where are We Going
January 19
Campus Master Plan: Hospitality, Tangible Compassion, Collaboration, Relevance, and Community.
January 26
Campus Master Plan: Spiritual Formation and the Arts, Broadcast, Tradition, and Environment
Campus Development: 1915
Campus Development: 1919
Campus Development: 1929
Campus Development: 1931
Campus Development: 1961
Campus Development: 1999
Current Campus 1328 and 1337 Peachtree Street
The Campus Master Plan: Foundations
Long Range Strategic Plan
The Nine Values
Congregational and Stakeholder Feedback
How Did We Get Here?
Long Range Strategic Plan January 2016-November 2016
A team of nine members and two staff met regularly, engaged the congregation (town halls, surveys, Sunday
school engagement, and small group conversations) and presented a plan in October 2016. It was approved
the following month.
How Did We Get Here?
On the Way to 175
Deepen ParticipationPrioritize engagement in the life of the church in order to strengthen our community and be transformed in our faith.
Relational PrioritiesEngage the congregation in fulfilling our relational priorities and ensure that all ministries promote human dignity, personal empowerment, restorative relationship, and just generosity.
Servant LeadershipEquip members and friends to be servant leaders in the church and in all spheres of their lives.
How Did We Get Here?
Social EntrepreneurshipPromote individual economic empowerment.
Compassionate CareProvide regular visits and spiritual friendship with all members and friends who are ill, bereaved, elderly, homebound or in need of care.
Purposeful EngagementElevate the capacity of the church to be a dynamic center and resource for learning, building relationships, and spiritual growth.
Forward ThinkingReshape our structure, operations and communications to prepare the congregation for our third century of ministry.
How Did We Get Here?
On the Way to 175
January 2017 – December 2018
• Sermon Series
• Print Copy
• Integrated into New Member Process
• Town Halls (January and February 2017)
• Goal Teams Were Formed Around the Seven Discreet Goals and Action Plans of the LRSP
How Did We Get Here?
Forward Thinking GoalReshape our structure, operations and communications to prepare the congregation for our third century of ministry.
Action Plans:
Eliminate inefficiencies in Session, Council, and staff structures and procedures in favor of the most transformative use of our spiritual training and talents.
Reimagine our existing facilities in order to:
• Enhance “openness” to the neighboring residents and visitors;• Expand the delivery of services to those in need;• Expand the reach and effectiveness of worship, education and fellowship ministries; and• Maximize opportunities for collaboration among our staff.
How Did We Get Here?
Campus Master Planning Team Formed
November 2017
April 2019
• Campus Master Plan Values Approved By Session
• Hired Houser Walker Architects to Lead Campus Master planning process after a multi-month RFQ and RFP process (December 2018-May 2019).
How Did We Get Here?
HOSPITALITY: We want our campus to be easy to navigate and hospitable in every way.
TANGIBLE COMPASSION: We want our campus to expand and enhance our care for our vulnerable neighbors.
COLLABORATION: We need centralized office and work space that will encourage interactions among staff members.
RELEVANCE: We want our campus to continue to be architecturally unique and attractive and to reflect the emergence of North Midtown as a diverse cultural center.
COMMUNITY: We want a high-use campus that thrives throughout the week as a center for purposeful engagement that encourages members, friends, and the larger community to come together.
How Did We Get Here?
SPIRITUAL FORMATION AND THE ARTS: We need accessible, welcoming, attractive, and technologically-equipped worship, learning, and arts spaces for all ages.
BROADCAST: We need space that will elevate our ability to capture, curate, and distribute worship, educational, theological, and artistic content.
TRADITION: We want to maintain the architectural integrity of our historic sanctuary and connect the rich history of this church with its challenging future.
ENVIRONMENT: We want our campus to be operationally sustainable and reflect our witness as stewards of God’s creation.
How Did We Get Here?
Congregational and Community Engagement
May 2019 – August 2019
The Master Planning team led 43 input meetings and met with over 350 people.
More than 700 members, neighbors, and other stakeholders provided input.
How Did We Get Here?Envision
Highest and best use of property for next 50 years A bold, innovative approach that integrates history and innovation Outward appearance of radical hospitality
Improve
Intuitive navigation & wayfindingOpenness and connectivity to neighborhood Connectivity of administrative staff to each other Parking and conflicts with carpool line Utilization of all spaces on campus, especially upper floors Lighting and natural light Safety and security Sustainability
How Did We Get Here?Preserve
Historic core (Sanctuary, Chapel, Bride’s Room, Founder’s Hall and Tower)Greenspace
Increase
Capacity to offer assistance to vulnerable Flexibility of spaces to host multiple functions Places for sacred use throughout campus Places for informal interaction and gatherings Christian education offerings Christian arts programming Partnerships with neighbors Technology to expand influence and connect remotely
How Did We Get Here?
Campus Master Program Phase
April 2019 – November 2019
The Campus Master Planning Team and HouserWalker Architects collaborated to develop aCampus Master Plan based on the principles inthe Long Range Strategic Plan, the essentialvalues, and congregational input.
How Did We Get Here?
Campus Master Plan
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED BY SESSION
December 17, 2019
How Did We Get Here?Four-Year Timeline: In Summary
January 2016Long Range Strategic Planning Team Begins Their WorkNovember 2016 Long Range Strategic Plan Unanimously Approved By SessionJanuary 2017Long Range Strategic Plan Rolled Out to the CongregationNovember 2017Forward Thinking Goal Team for Campus Master Planning FormedDecember 2018RFQ and RFP Engagement, National Search for Firm to Lead ProgramApril 2019Campus Master Plan Values Unanimously Approved By Session and Houser Walker Architects Unanimously Approved to Lead Campus Master ProgramMay 2019Congregational and Community Engagement Commences; Campus Master Plan DevelopedDecember 2019Campus Master Plan Unanimously Approved by SessionJanuary 2020Campus Master Plan Presented to the Congregation