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Creating a Culture of Excellence. Agenda. Observe a ministry of excellence Discover principles of an excellent ministry Discuss practical ways to apply principles of excellence today. Jesus As a Model. John 6:1 through John 6:14 1 Leader, 12 disciples, one kid. 2 fish, five loaves.
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Agenda • Observe a ministry of excellence • Discover principles of an excellent ministry • Discuss practical ways to apply principles of excellence today.
Jesus As a Model • John 6:1 through John 6:14 • 1 Leader, 12 disciples, one kid. • 2 fish, five loaves. • An immediate ministry need. • Responding with excellence
Empathy • Put yourself in Jesus’ shoes. • Changing perspectives • Critical Question: • Do we have “buy in”?
Enthusiasm • Envisioning the end • Growing in Passion • Becoming contagious • Critical Question: • Do we work in the center of our joy?
Energy • Prioritizing personal resources • Committing our efforts • Being honest about our service • Misplaced energy must be channeled. • Critical Question: • Do we bring first fruits or leftovers?
Empowered • Connect to the source • Empower others • Critical Question: • What are we uniquely empowered to accomplish as a ministry?
Efficient • Take inventory of abilities and resources • Clear the path of obstacles • Be consistent with our leadership from start to finish • Critical Question: • How much effort is misplaced on programs that lack purpose?
Effective • Do we have a realistic, purposeful goal? • Are our solutions functional and practical? • Critical Questions: • How can we track or quantify success? • What do you count?
Excellence • Others should see our ministries and testify of our faithfulness and discipleship • Our ministry should reflect God’s glory • Critical Question: • Do the efforts of everyone involved honor God?
Culture of Excellence Activity Refer to the handout. This is a homework.
Conclusion • Questions and comments. • Challenge.