As more churches struggle post-Covid, many are looking at how their building and property can support their flagging budgets. Yet, according to real estate expert and author Dominic Dutra, if churches are simply leasing or renting their property just to prop up their dwindling budgets - they're only hurting their mission. In this conversation, Dutra talks about his experience with real estate and church property, how real estate and church mission go together, and what questions to ask if your church is declining. Dutra also examines the three common moves for churches and property, including merging, leasing, and selling.
Dominic Dutra has spent his life serving his community. As a leader in the world of real estate, an adjunct faculty member at his alma mater (Santa Clara University), a two-term member of the Fremont City Council, and a committed Christian, Dutra seeks to leverage his experience to further the mission of the church. He aims to partner with organizations to reach fiscal sustainability and create more effective ministry. Dutra and his wife, Lisa, have been married for thirty-five years and have raised two children—Tricia and Gabriel. Learn more about his book here:
The Future Christian Podcast is a production of Torn Curtain Arts and Resonate Media.
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