Vision Statement
Create a vision statement that best describes what your congregation's focus is for carrying out it's mission.
BEST SUITED FOR: Any Size Congregation
WHAT'S INVOLVED?
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The total time needed for the process may take 1 1/2 - 2 hours. It could be followed by commission meetings that would concentrate on establishing one or two achievable goals for the next year. |
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Follow this outline for the meeting. |
DO'S AND DON'TS
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DO......welcome everyone and express your appreciation for their attending this process. |
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DO......express your expectation as a facilitator: Everyone should be involved in the process! |
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DO......lead the group in several praise songs. |
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DO......lead in prayer after indicating the importance of prayer in this process and in the communication of your vision statement to the congregation. |
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DO......allow the Holy Spirit to be your guide throughout the process and celebrate the finished product in a way that seems appropriate. |
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DO......encourage using the Pastor to preach a series of sermons on the vision statement. |
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DO......encourage using the vision statement in their weekly church bulletin and in their newsletters. |
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DO......remember that a vision statement is not measurable, goals are measurable. Goals are established in response to the vision statement. |
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DO......Prepare a brochure using the vision statement or revise your existing one to include the statement. |
RESOURCES NEEDED
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A large blackboard available or several sheets of newsprint. |
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Nametags may be helpful for the resource leader, especially if he/she is not from your congregation or area. |
COST
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Light refreshments, if desired, for either the break or following the process. |
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Newsprint. |
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