1. “For I know the plans I have for you” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” --Jeremiah 29:11

2. Overview of Process
When a church survey as we have conducted is under taken, generally only 10-15% of the congregation participates
However, our Session felt it important for all to have the opportunity for input
Notices in the bulletin notified of Survey Sunday
Our e-newsletter announced Survey Sunday
Survey Sunday all in attendance took the survey
Jeremiah 29:11
Deuteronomy 31:6

3. Overview of Process
Those unable to attend on Survey Sunday were offered the opportunity to come into church office to take survey within a 4 week period
Over 200 surveys were provided to the consultant
Phone interviews were also conducted with a cross section of congregation

4. Consultant’s Positive Findings
Spiritual practices, such as personal prayer and bible study, is a strength amongst those who took the survey
78% described themselves as growing spiritually
Impressively, 66% stated their bible knowledge was increasing

5. Consultant’s Positive Findings
Vast majority are pleased with their Sunday morning experience. So much so that 40% have invited someone to church in the past 6 months.
Pastor Andrea’s preaching scored very high
We are financially stable

6. Observations
Communication from leadership to congregation is not as clear as it should be
Those who currently volunteer are overburdened as there are many needs
The duties of Pastor Andrea are numerous which challenges her to effectively meet the many needs of our congregation
Andrea spread too thin was a common thread throughout his findings

7. Items Needing Immediate Prayer and Attention
Although the majority have good morale there is a significant minority whose morale is not ideal
Often the consultant felt he was looking at two different churches, positive and negative comments
29% feel church is moving forward
33% maintaining
25% feel the church is regressing
Andrea spread too thin was a common thread throughout his findings

8. Six Recommendations to Move Us in a Dynamic Direction
One Blended Service
Hire an Associate Pastor
Improve Flow of Information and Communication
Reach and Retain Younger People and Families
Narrow the Focus of Staff Job Descriptions
Use Dave Jacobs as a coach

9. Next Steps 1. One Blended Service
One service will double the dynamics of Sunday morning
Bring people together who have been separated by not attending the same service
Lighten the burden on our volunteers
Increase our opportunities for fellowship and adult Sunday School

10. What will it look like?
When will it roll out?
What process will Session use to develop?
Going from two to one service will put to test the love, humility, and unity of our congregation

11. Associate Pastor
Looking for a person in their 30s or 40s with a family
Able to reach out to young families, young adults and couples
Strong preaching skills
One who could oversee various ministries