Church Growth Trust

Helping churches care for their buildings - today and for the future

We support churches across England and Wales with trusteeship, guidance, and practical help so buildings can continue to be used for Christian ministry.

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How can we help your church?

Our church owns a building

Advice, trusteeship options, and support when caring for a building feels challenging.

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We’re looking for a church building

Explore available buildings and learn how the allocation process works.

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We are already in a CGT building

Ongoing support and services are provided through the Client Portal.

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Trusteeship, explained simply

Trusteeship exists to help churches protect their buildings and continue gospel work when ownership or management becomes difficult.

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What it is
CGT can act as trustee or owner to safeguard the building.

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When it helps
During decline, transition, or uncertainty.

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What CGT does
Legal, safety, maintenance, and planning support.

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Your church
Continues ministry with guidance and care.

How trusteeship works

Support for churches in CGT buildings

Building care

Planned maintenance and repairs.

Legal & safety

Compliance, testing, and updates.

Advice & training

Guidance, events, and support.

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Support for churches not in CGT buildings

Below‑commercial consultancy, practical resources, and optional document storage.

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Available church buildings

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Featured Property

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Resources & Foundations

Guides, briefing papers, and Foundations magazine to support churches.

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Making a lasting difference

A short case study showing how CGT supported a church through change.

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Not sure where to start?

Talk to us confidentially and we’ll help you find the right next step.

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