1. Leading into the Future: Connecting Leadership and Vision Lovett H. Weems, Jr. Lewis Center for Church Leadership Wesley Theological Seminary www.churchleadership.com

2. “Leadership is helping God’s people take the next faithful step.” Scott Cormode

3. Stewards of the Vision Given our mission and context, what is the next faithful step to which God is calling us now?

4. So why do mission and vision statements make so little difference?

5. Worship Goals and Plans EducationChildrenYouthFinanceTrustees Goals and Plans Congregation

6. Group 1 Mission Group 1 Plans Group 2 Mission Group 3 Mission Group 4 Mission Group 5 Mission Group 6 Mission Group 2 Plans Group 3 Plans Group 4 Plans Group 5 Plans Group 6 Plans Annual Conference

7. Leading into the Future How do we connect leadership and vision?

8. Think Whole Before Parts We are the BODY of Christ, not a collection of body parts.

9. To increase the number of vital congregations effective in making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world

12. Think Dynamic Instead of Static Wesleyan understanding of salvation and faith

13. Develop a Plan Hope Good Things Happen Static Implement the Plan

14. Beginning Plans and First Steps Vision Dynamic Innovate and Learn

15. Success is not a biblical concept but fruitfulness is.