Resource: Messaging Your Mission

Resource: Messaging Your Mission

Every church has a mission statement; many are beautifully worded and well-thought-out. However, these mission statements are written for a specific audience — to the wider community they often sound obscure and exclusive. This exercise will help your council, staff...
Resource: Building Community Questions

Resource: Building Community Questions

These questions can be used as a jumping-off point in conversations with community members and neighbors about your church and how it could play a larger role in the life of your community. You can also add or modify questions that are more specific to your church’s...
Building Community Conversations

Building Community Conversations

Your congregation plays a vital role in the life of your community. There are people, groups and organizations that would love to partner with you and use your space — they just don’t know about you yet! This activity will help you invite key stakeholders into your...
Resource: Campus Tours

Resource: Campus Tours

This exercise will help your church’s staff and leadership develop a tour that highlights campus amenities and possibilities, inspiring new ideas and collaborations among your church members and the wider community. Use in conjunction with the Building/Community...