Driving Change by Supporting Sheffield Place

We had a great time sponsoring and playing in the Sheffield Place Golf Tournament! A fun day on the course with friends, all for an incredible cause—supporting homeless mothers and their children as they rebuild their lives.

Proud to stand with Sheffield Place and be part of something that truly makes a difference. Can’t wait for next year! 

Welcome to the Team Wes

We’re excited to welcome Wes to Mantel Teter as our newest Project Architect!

Wes brings a strong background in architectural design and project coordination, and he's passionate about creating spaces that serve people and communities. His expertise and thoughtful approach to design make him a great addition to our team as we continue to deliver innovative and meaningful projects.

Please join us in welcoming Wes to the Mantel Teter team—we’re glad to have you on board!

Northpoint Church is Making Progress

Northpoint Church is Making Progress

With the start of summer and favorable weather, exterior construction work has continued to go smoothly at NorthPoint Church in Johnston, Iowa. The new children’s wing is taking shape with the installation of exterior walls and roofing, and interior wall framing beginning very soon.

Meet Our Newest Intern Hallie

Please join us in welcoming Hallie to the Mantel Teter team as our Summer Intern!

Hallie is currently pursuing her degree in architecture at the University of Arkansas and brings a fresh perspective, creative energy, and a strong eagerness to learn. We're excited to support her growth as she gains hands-on experience working alongside our team.

Welcome to Mantel Teter, Hallie—we’re excited to have you with us this summer!

Blue Springs Christian Church in Nearing Completion

Blue Springs Christian Church is set to finish their 4,900 SF addition in late Summer! With windows and masonry installed, their new lobby will welcome guests and connect the sanctuary and children’s buildings for the first time. This connection will also see the renovation of their east courtyard and west patio, providing new public spaces for groups and community events.

Team Building at K1 Speed

Team Building at K1 Speed

Earlier this month, our team stepped away from our desks and into the driver’s seat at K1 Speed for a high-energy afternoon of racing and team building!

It was incredible to see the same competitive spirit we bring to our projects translate onto the racetrack. Everyone brought their A-game, but after some fierce competition, we had a few standout racers:

• 1st Place: Skyler Phelps

• 2nd Place: Jordan Elliott

• 3rd Place: Brian Rathsam

Congratulations to our winners! Events like these remind us that whether we’re designing spaces or racing around a track, collaboration, creativity, and a little friendly competition keep our team stronger than ever.

We can’t wait for the next adventure!

Construction of The Emanuel Lisk Center Begins

Construction of The Emanuel Lisk Center Begins

After nearly 20 years, the Friendship Baptist Church of Kansas City, Missouri is poised to make real their vision for a state-of-the-art space dedicated to Christian education for children and youth. The new one story, 7,750-square foot Emanuel Lisk Center for Youth Development was designed to blend seamlessly with the existing building’s block veneer and steel roof shingles.

Lord of Hosts Church Completes Construction

Lord of Hosts Church Completes Construction

Photo Credit: Emmalee Rathsam

Lord of Hosts Church, located in Omaha, Nebraska, finished construction on their new 1400-seat Sanctuary, gathering areas, and support spaces. This project has been transformational as new life is reborn into an old retail building. Local Omaha, Nebraska contractor, Lund-Ross Constructors, served as the selected general contractor. 

View photos of the dedication service here.

Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Day

Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Day

Once again, the team at Mantel Teter had an incredible experience volunteering with Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City. Working together to make an impact in our local community is very important and reinforces one of our company’s core values; giving back through service. This year we worked on two homes, and experienced the excitement of framing, sheathing, and raising exterior walls into place. Looking forward to helping out again next year!

Blue Springs Christian Church Starts Construction

Blue Springs Christian Church Starts Construction

Blue Springs Christian Church is currently in two separate buildings with multiple entrance points on one campus which has made it difficult for guests to find their way into the church and to ministries they want to find. The church has started construction of their “connector building” which provides a readily identifiable entrance into the church and direct access to ministries in both existing buildings.

Bible Christian Church Completes Construction

Bible Christian Church Completes Construction

photo credit: Emmalee Rathsam

Bible Christian Church, located in Garden City, Kansas, recently completed construction on their new facility with the team of Mantel Teter and Hutton. The church was desperately in need of additional lobby and community environments, as well as a dedicated worship space. In addition to the new 500 seat sanctuary, the project included renovation and expansion of their NextGen ministry space to maintain balance with the new worship space seating capacity.

Abundant Life Begins Renovation in Overland Park

Abundant Life Begins Renovation in Overland Park

Rendering: 3Dream Studios

Through facility improvements at their Lee’s Summit, Blue Springs, Independence, and Crossroads of Kansas City campuses, Abundant Life looks forward to seeing many more lives changed by Jesus at their Johnson County, KS campus currently under construction.

Lord of Hosts Church Dedication Service

Lord of Hosts Church Dedication Service

Lord of Hosts Church, located in Omaha, Nebraska, recently completed construction of their new 1400-seat Sanctuary, gathering areas, and broadcast support spaces. We had the opportunity to worship with them at their Dedication Service, and witness the space being used to build the Kingdom of God!

Reach Church Completes Construction

Reach Church Completes Construction

Image Credit: Emmalee Rathsam

To accomplish their big vision and lay the foundation for decades to come, Reach Church renovated and expanded their existing facility to reach “THE ONE”. The focus of the building renovation included cosmetic improvements to the building exterior, first impressions lobby, administrative areas, worship space, children’s and youth worship spaces, and classrooms. The existing building refresh aligns the facility aesthetics and interior environments with the church’s current DNA and culture.

Team Bowling at Main Event

Team Bowling at Main Event

Our firm recently got together for a team outing at Main Event!  We had a fun time bowling, catching up, and finding out who among us has a competitive side!

Events like this provide our remote team with an opportunity to spend time in-person, creating an environment that fosters discussion and collaboration.

Lord of Hosts Construction Progress

Lord of Hosts Construction Progress

Construction at Lord of Hosts Church in Omaha, Nebraska is nearing completion!  Final work in their new 1500-seat Sanctuary is taking shape with the installation of the audio, video and theatrical lighting systems.  Seating will be installed in late August, and the church will begin prepping for services later this fall.    

Lord of Hosts Church Nearing Completion

Lord of Hosts Church Nearing Completion

Construction at Lord of Hosts Church in Omaha, Nebraska is almost complete! Their new 1500-seat Sanctuary, gathering areas, and broadcast support spaces are scheduled to be finished this summer.

Pleasant Valley Baptist Church Completes Construction

Pleasant Valley Baptist Church Completes Construction

Photo credit: Emmalee Rathsam

Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, located in Liberty, Missouri, has completed construction on their latest renovation project. Updates to the student ministry area and outdoor gathering spaces has increased the church's ability to cater to its youth ministry and host various supportive events throughout the week. Collaborating closely with Pearce Construction we were able to bring their vision to life.

Welcome to the team, Nathan!

Nathan Bigler has joined the firm as a Project Designer. Bigler received a master’s degree of architectural design from Drury University. He will provide technical design and support for religious and commercial projects for the firm. Welcome to the team, Nathan!

First Baptist Church Lee's Summit Completes Construction

First Baptist Church Lee's Summit Completes Construction

Photo credit: Emmalee Rathsam

First Baptist Church , located in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, recently completed construction of a major renovation and transformation to their 1,100-seat Sanctuary and lobby/gathering spaces. First Baptist Church has been a repeat client since the 1970’s including six different facility improvement projects. What an honor to continue serving this church and ministry!

Before

After

Before

Before

After

After