Congregation Development Survey

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The purpose of this survey is to engage members in evaluating the congregation's level of development. The findings will be used to help determine the congregation's readiness to carry out a new children's ministry.

NOTE: PLEASE CHOOSE THE ANSWER THAT COMES CLOSEST TO EXPRESSING YOUR STRONGEST RESPONSE TO EACH QUESTION.

HISTORY: How does the congregation's history influence its present ability to make decisions and carry out ministry?

There are unhealed wounds from the past which often weaken our ability to move ahead.

We are learning our lessons and how to apply them.

The past has inspired us to move ahead with confidence.

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MISSION: Which best describes the congregation's understanding of its mission in God's kingdom?

The congregation is not at all united being a clear mission.

There is a general understanding of the congregation's mission among most people.

We have consciously thought about it and have put it in words.

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MINISTRY: How does the work of the congregation get carried out?

Our pastor carries out the ministry.

A core group of dedicated people do most of the work.

Many people are willingly involved in different aspects of congregational life.

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ORGANIZATION: How effectively is the congregation organized to carry out its work?

No one seems to know what is going on.

The basic structure is in place.

We periodically adapt our structure to meet our needs.

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MEMBERSHIP: Which best describes recent trends in congregational membership?

We are in decline.

We have plateaued.

We are growing.

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OUTREACH: Which best describes how the congregation has demonstrated its concern for lost souls?

We have been preoccupied with ourselves.

We send in money for missions.

We have regularly sought the unchurched in our community.

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OUTLOOK: Which best describes most members' attitudes about the future of the congregation?

Pessimistic

Indifferent

Positive

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RESOURCES: What financial resources have been available to the congregation to carry out its work?

We are struggling to survive.

We always manage to make it.

We have the potential to do even more.

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WORSHIP: Which best describes the worship experience of the congregation?

Routine and predictable

Varied and interesting

Glorifying and inspiring

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FELLOWSHIP: How well do members show love and support for each other?

We are a gathering of believers but strangers.

We respond when we know people and their needs.

Our warmth and concern for each other is contagious.

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FACILITIES: Which is most true of the congregation's building and grounds?

Our facilities are in rough shape, need attention, and we should consider relocating.

Our facilities are adequate for what we are doing now.

Our facilities should serve us well into the future.

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REPUTATION: What would a typical member of your community be likely to say about your church?

I wouldn't be caught dead with those people.

I don't know much about them.

They seem to have something special going on.

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PROGRAMS: What might a member say about congregational activities?

There is nothing here for me.

I could find something if I wanted to.

There is something for everybody.

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DECISIONS: How does this congregation typically make decisions in the many areas of church life where God permits choices?

The pastor guides and directs almost everything.

Elected leaders discuss and decide things.

The input of members is sought, and consensus is developed.

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NURTURE: How would you assess present efforts to help members grow in their faith?

Members are well served with outstanding programs of spiritual growth.

Some programs are available and are meeting present needs.

There is much more that could be done for our members.

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CHILDREN'S MINISTRY: What role do you believe a children's ministry would play in the congregation's future?

A children's ministry would be too costly and benefit too few people.

A children's ministry would be nice for many of our children.

A children's ministry would improve our ministry to families and outreach in the community.

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CONCLUSION: Which best describes your view of the developmental readiness of the congregation?

We are a congregation at risk that must address other concerns before we even think about a full-time children's ministry.

We are holding our own and could study a full-time children's ministry along with other areas of ministry.

We are a motivated congregation ready to move ahead with a full-time children's ministry.

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