Jacquelyn Block is a Principal and the Director of the Faith & Community Practice at GFFdesign, where she leads the design of religious, educational, and community-focused buildings. She has developed deep expertise in creating spaces that strengthen social connection, foster belonging, and support vibrant community life. Her work emphasizes design strategies that bring people together, enhance shared experiences, and integrate sustainably into their communities. Jacquelyn is passionate about translating research on human connection and well-being into practical design solutions, helping communities thrive through intentional architecture.

 

Previous speaking engagements include: 

  • Panel discussion: Church Design Post Covid-19

  • Worship Facilities/CFX: Safety and Architectural Design

  • CFX: Designing a Shared Campus Church and School

  • CFX: Designing High Impact Churches Within a Budget

  • The Church Network Dallas: What is Next in Church Design

  • Church Facilities Podcast: Refresh Your Space

  • The Church Network National: Church as a Community Hub

  • The Church Network National: Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design