Cardinal reached into its toolbox and used its proprietary Prepared to Win-Win Negotiation Worksheet™. The church leaders became confident that—in Cardinal—the church had a fierce advocate.
The Park Ministries was one of the largest historically African American congregations in the region, and the size of the congregation had ballooned. They owned four churches and held multiple Sunday services in each, draining the leadership’s resources.
Additionally, their real estate issues were not simple. One site had once been a city landfill and faced compliance issues. Buildings had deferred routine maintenance, and the ministry now risked facing liability claims.
Working as a consultant, Cardinal teamed with church leadership to execute a bold plan. It included:
