A Bigger Building Doesn’t Equal a Better Vision
Glen Meadows Baptist Church in San Angelo, TX was in a season of significant growth. Attendance was up, ministry was expanding, and it became clear they would need a new facility to meet the needs of their congregation and community.
But Pastor Mack Roller found himself wrestling with a deeper question: What are we really building toward?
That single question reframed everything.
In our recent Build With Vision webinar, Pastor Mack shared Glen Meadow’s journey, offering practical advice to navigating a major decision as a church. Below are some key takeaways from that conversation.
Start with the Right Question
When the pressure to make big decisions builds, it’s easy to jump straight into the how. But Mack’s story reminds us that the what and why must come first.
Asking “What are we really building toward?” slowed the rush toward logistics and allowed space for Glen Meadow’s to examine their deeper purpose. This meant clarifying the kind of future they were called to pursue—not just the facility they needed to construct.
Shared Vision Creates Alignment
Mack already had a personal vision, but what the church needed was a shared vision that the entire team could own and champion.
Through intentional conversations and prayer, Glen Meadows began defining what God was calling them to become together. This unity reshaped how decisions were made, priorities were set, and opportunities were evaluated.
Let Vision Guide Strategy
Once the vision was clear, it became a filter for everything from staffing to ministry strategy.
“We don’t get coaching simply because we’re doing something badly. We get coaching because we are taking something seriously.”
Instead of simply filling vacancies, Glen Meadows began hiring and placing leaders based on how their gifts and passions aligned with the church’s future. Every new initiative was measured against the question: Does this move us closer to the vision God has given us?
Build for Multiplication, Not Just Expansion
For Mack and his team, the building project stopped being the goal and started being the vehicle. Glen Meadows’ ultimate aim wasn’t more square footage, but more disciples, more leaders, and more kingdom impact.
The most important work happened before a single brick was laid. A building can solve space issues, but it can’t by itself define the future. Only a God-given, shared vision can shape a church’s identity and direction in a way that endures beyond the project itself.
From Vision to Lasting Impact
Mack’s journey shows us that when you start with the right questions, unite your team around a shared purpose, and allow that vision to guide every decision, you position your church for more than growth; you prepare it for transformation. Expansion may meet today’s needs, but multiplication changes the trajectory of your ministry for years to come.
At Clarity House, we specialize in guiding church teams in articulating a shared vision coupled with disciple-making clarity. We’d love to help you and your team. If you want us to assess your current mission statement, feel free to set up a free conversation with our team.
