You May Now be Seated

You May Now Be Seated (3rd Edition): A Wise Man's Guide to Buying Church Chairs

Stop guessing and start seating your congregation with confidence.

Is your church planning to upgrade its seating? Before you click "buy" on the first budget-friendly option you see online, you need to know that buying church chairs is more complex than buying a car or a new projector. Making the wrong choice can lead to years of congregant complaints, sagging foam, and wasted ministry funds.

Written by George Kreger, a Lead Pastor with over 25 years of experience overseeing debt-free building projects , this updated third edition is the definitive resource for church leaders who want to be "co-laborers" in stewardship.

What's Inside the 3rd Edition:

The 5 Golden Rules of Purchasing: Learn how to spot "importers" pretending to be manufacturers and why a written warranty is non-negotiable. The "Hotel Star Rating" System: Navigate the market with ease by comparing chairs across five categories—from "Cheap" (1-star) to "Elite" (5-star)—to find the perfect balance of comfort and budget. Post-Pandemic Trends (Part II): Discover why more churches are moving toward high-quality, non-upholstered contoured seating for hygiene, storage, and ease of maintenance. The Truth About Foam: Understand the massive difference between "slab foam" (5-year life) and "cold-cured air foam" (15-year life)—the same high-durability material used in car seats. The Hidden "Life-Cycle" Cost: A $50 chair might actually cost you $150 over 15 years. Learn how to calculate the Total Cost of Ownership to honor your church's resources.

Expert Tips for Success:

The 60-Minute Test: Why a 30-second "sit test" is a lie, and how to properly evaluate a sample chair. Pro-Layout Advice: Master row spacing (36" vs. 40") and ganging systems to prevent "wandering chairs" and ensure fire code compliance. Essential Accessories: From coffee cup holders that save your carpets to "Comfort Backs" that improve posture, learn which add-ons are worth the investment.

Don't let your seating project become a "dizzying" headache of freight costs and assembly surprises. Empower your team with practical principles and ensure your congregation can focus on the Gospel—not their lower back pain.