Vision-Based Mission Planning

1. Vision-Based Mission Planning Monson, Krejci and Associates

2. About MONSON, KREJCI AND ASSOCIATES Christian Consulting MISSION STATEMENT Our mission is to provide professional services that assist and enable congregations and faith-based organizations to identify and fulfill their vision of ministry. GUIDING PRINCIPLES We practice and promote Christian principles in partnership with clients. We place high value on the client’s experience and expertise. We believe a thoughtful and positive Christian outlook throughout an organization is a necessary element for realizing their mission. We believe that the progress achieved by an organization is in proportion to the spiritual and emotional energy that all experience working in that organization. We believe that the accelerated pace of change in the world calls for varied and creative new ways to call and lead people to do the work of our Lord. Monson, Krejci and Associates

3. Vision-Based Mission Planning An intentional process which assists a congregation in... Assessing its ministry Articulating a realistic Future Vision that is faithful to Christ Recognizing its partnership with synodical, ecumenical, churchwide, and community leadership Creating a realistic plan to achieve this vision. Monson, Krejci and Associates

4. Prevailing Research There are two primary factors found in congregations who grow their worship attendance: They possess a clear sense of mission and purpose They welcome innovation and change 1 “Congregations with a clear sense of purpose feel vital and alive. In contrast to feelings of unity based on heritage (the past), this center of cohesion looks to the future. This positive assessment extends across the spectrum of denominational groups.” 2 1 Worship Attendance in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America – ELCA Department of Research and Evaluation 2001 2 Faith Communities Today, A Report on Religion in the United States - Hartford Institute for Religious Research, Hartford Seminary, March 2001

5. Project Objectives Achieve the commitment of the congregation to affect a Future Vision different from the reality of today. Clearly define a strategic Mission Plan that is endorsed by the congregation. Draft a Mission Plan document appropriate to submit to synodical, churchwide, and other entities.

6. Congregation Assessment Community Assessment Monson, Krejci and Associates

7. Phase ICongregation and Community Assessment Review Existing Work and Conduct Research • Review all recent congregation assessment, community assessment and mission planning work. • Adjust the project approach to achieve the most efficient results • Conduct additional research as needed via public domains Monson, Krejci and Associates

8. Phase IICongregation and Community Assessment Conduct Mission interpretation interviews at the congregationin ordertoreveal consensus among members and constituents about: • Mission interpretation • Future Vision for the congregation • Congregation strengths • Leadership needs • Community context • Membership commitment Monson, Krejci and Associates

9. Discovering and Defining the Future Vision Monson, Krejci and Associates

10. Phase IDiscovering and Defining the Future Vision Conduct a Congregation Workshop • Participants include pastor(s), staff, congregation leaders, and members • Present and discuss the congregation assessment • Present and discuss the community assessment • Present and discuss the interview responses • Through spiritual discernment discover and begin to define the future vision for the congregation • Identify the elements desired in the Mission Plan • Assign work to be completed for each element Monson, Krejci and Associates

11. Phase IIDiscovering and Defining the Future Vision Draft the Congregational Mission Plan • Include the congregation and community assessments • Include the consensus mission and vision for the future • Define the actions necessary to achieve this vision Monson, Krejci and Associates

12. Mission Plan Example Table of Contents • Executive Summary • History • Present Situation • Vision for the Future • Mission & Vision Discussion • Congregation Assessment • Strengths • Health • Pastoral Leadership Expectations • Lay Leadership Expectations • Individual and Corporate Commitment • Statistical Information • Community Assessment • Population and Economic Trends • Ethnic Makeup • Religious Trends • Key Mission Strategies • Mission Options Considered and Chosen • Worship • Youth and Family • Potential Ministry Partners • Staffing • Benchmarks and Milestones • Evangelism and Outreach Planning • Hospitality and Response • Discipleship and Incorporation • Community Outreach • Communications and Public Relations • Stewardship and Financial Planning • Stewardship Strategies • Giving Analysis • Mission Budgets • Conclusion • Appendix • Supporting Information Monson, Krejci and Associates

13. Present the Draft Mission Plan to the Congregation Monson, Krejci and Associates

14. In This Concluding Session with the Congregationwe: • Review the Draft Mission Plan document • Summarize the decisions made • Review future actions necessary • Add changes/corrections/additional requirements we each may have • Review: “What are you going to do with your plan?” Monson, Krejci and Associates

15. Follow Up Consultation • At a mutually agreed upon time MKA conducts an “accountability workshop” for the organization... • To review the progress made • To objectively advise on modifications or adjustments being considered • To listen to and advise pastoral and lay leadership • To bring accountability to the organization

16. Vision-Based Mission Planning A Faithful Road to God’s Calling Monson, Krejci and Associates