Post on 25-Dec-2015
transcript
Agenda
• Looking to the Future in 2020!– Context– Analysis– Recommendation
• Blueprints for Action• Next Steps
Context
UMC Mission: Make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
– Reach new people– Grow in love of God and neighbor– Heal a broken world
Spirit of Hope Mission/Call:We are called by God to be a radically inclusive, caring, community of faith – offering personal and social transformation.
Who Are We?
Community
Friends
Kids ProgramsYouth Group
Commitment
Reconciling
Radically Inclusive
Sermon
Music
Choir
Serving at Simpson
FMSC Children
Family
Orchestra
Welcoming
Friendly
Small Groups
Re-energizing
Outreach
Concern For Others
Joys and Concerns
Camping
Volunteering
Children’s Chance Sunshine Valley
Accepting
Worship QualityEnthusiasm
Energy
Committee Work
Sunday School
BelongingPRISM
FaithSpiritual Connection
Grace Fellowship
Meals
Flea Market
Multi-Generational
God’s MessageVBS
Confirmation Mentors
Mixed Service Style
Prayer
Mission Trips
Our Community
Plotting Criteria: 20 min Drive TimeCapture: 95.6% of CongregationCongregants: 455 (including children)
Looking to the Future in 2020What we want to be known as. . .
A center for the diverse mix in the community…spreading the positive light of God and Jesus…connected to community and each other…growing…multi-lingual…multi-racial…reconciling…place for boomers, families, youth, and young adults…socially minded…inspiring music, worship and small groups…meeting people where they are and creating connections…serving others.
Looking to the Future in 2020Words of caution. . .
1. You can’t be all things to all people!2. Careful – are we just going to offer what
people want and not what they need?3. We need to make sure we are still
supporting our “core”
Looking to the Future in 2020Where to focus. . .
Autumn/Boomers
Promising Families
Singles & Starters
Looking to the Future in 2020Recommendation
1. Support the core! (better transport, etc.)2. Start with Promising Families in 20163. Assess and expand to Singles & Starters
later based on meeting milestones
Setting Action Plan GoalsTable Exercise
1. Worship Priorities2. Hospitality Priorities3. Outreach and Nurturing4. Education, Youth, and Families5. Property and Technology
WorshipAction Plan Goals:• A more intergenerational service/music• More technology (before/during/after)• Other worship experiences
– Youth Worship on Sunday– Services for families (maybe not Sun. AM)– More basics of Christianity – Outdoor service (in Park?)
People Needs:• Youth Minister/Leader• Tech/lights support• Drivers (volunteers)
Property/Technology:• Transport Options (Van)• More supporting tech
and power outlets• More family-friendly
– Video screen in alcove– Changing area
Stop Doing:• Clinging to “must haves” (can’t stay more
than hour, can’t shorten music, can’t shorten sermon. . .)
• Stop using paper bulletins
HospitalityAction Plan Goals:• Teach how to be more hospitable• Family greeters – kids give tours to kids• Coffee and food choices• Lunch after church with carry out options• Rally Day - food before worship• Outdoor services (in park?)
People Needs:• Recruit/train greeters• Child care options for
events and meetings
Property/Technology:• Wifi all over building• Outdoor spaces (patio)• Electronic calendar and
communication
Stop Doing:• Talking only to people we know
Outreach/NurtureAction Plan Goals:• Use of tech for outreach (FB, Web, etc.)• Emphasize mission/service opportunities• Prioritize small group formation/support
– Core: social outreach, 55+ concerns, health/wellness– Families: parenting, finances, faith formation, 2x4s
• Inter-generational invitations (mentoring)• Sponsoring agent for community events
People Needs:• Recruit/nurture small
group leaders• Child care options for
events and meetings
Property/Technology:• More small group spaces• Tech for group meetings• Acoustics in FH• Website and signage
Stop Doing:• “I like the way things are”• “We need to do it all ourselves”
Education, Youth & FamiliesAction Plan Goals:• Youth program for High School age• Adult ed (basics of Christianity – Alpha)• More intergenerational music opportunities• Expand pool of SS teachers (not only parents)• Programs that extend over period of time
(e.g. mosaic class)
People Needs:• Youth Minister/Leader• Recruit SS teachers and
volunteers• Child care options for
events and meetings
Property/Technology:• Van for transportation• More family-friendly
spaces (e.g. changing areas)• Upgrade classrooms• Acoustics in FH
Stop Doing:• Being reluctant to change• Being clique-y (open invitations)
How Can We Pay for This?
We can get there through a combination of short-term investments, reallocations, and paying down the debt.• Identify key priorities and investment needs• Look for opportunities to reallocate• Launch campaign to pay down debt and fund
priorities until mortgage renegotiated
Next Steps
Action Plan Goals Become Foundation of Plan1. Review action plan recommendations with Admin Council
2. Ministry Teams charged with translating to plans for Fall
3. Teams present plans to Admin Council prior to budgeting
4. Final plans and goals shared with congregation