Congregation Life Cycle Question

Congregation Life Cycle Question

by | Oct 4, 2013 | Mission Planning

Self-assessment tool that assists congregations in thinking about their place in the life cycle and invites reflection in identifying the challenges and opportunities for mission from that place. File size: 0.36 mb Download
Process for Discerning Purpose Statement

Process for Discerning Purpose Statement

by | Oct 4, 2013 | Mission Planning

An outline rooted in prayer and Bible study for helping congregations discover and put words to a purpose statement for participating in God’s mission. From theNorthwest Minnesota and Eastern North Dakota Synods.An outline rooted in prayer and Bible study for...
Beyond Our Doors

Beyond Our Doors

by | Oct 4, 2013 | Mission Planning

Do-it-yourself planning tool well-suited to congregations new to or experienced with mission planning. From theNorthwest Synod of Wisconsin.Do-it-yourself planning tool well-suited to congregations new to or experienced with mission planning. File size: 1.58 mb...
Story Matters (DRAFT)

Story Matters (DRAFT)

by | Oct 4, 2013 | Mission Planning

Study designed to help congregations discover and articulate, in a deep and biblically based conversation, their unique identity and mission. File size: 1.69 mb Download
Reference Check Form

Reference Check Form

by | Oct 3, 2013 | Legal

A sample reference request form for volunteers and employees who will work with children. File size: 0.01 mb Download
Accountable Reimbursement Policies

Accountable Reimbursement Policies

by | Oct 3, 2013 | Financial

For business and tax reasons, in most instances, it is in the best interests of the congregation and its staff to have in place an accountable reimbursement policy to pay for the business expenses that are necessary to do the ministry of the congregation. File size:...