Commonly, the word 'church' is most often associated with Christians, and the word 'church' is both defined as the building for worship, as well as the congregation. The religious building is a space used to worship and build a relationship with God. Architectural design does not have the ability to create that relationship with God. However, a well-designed religious building can contribute to the experience that the congregation has during worship. In Lake Elmo, MN, Common Ground Church is in need of a new religious building. The conceptual basis for the new design is that color, form, sound, and light can stir human emotions toward a higher level of worship. Our perceptual response to these factors in our surrounding built environment can influence our psychological and physiological well-being . Each of the four factors will serve as an effective design tool for the new Common Ground Church.