Our measurement is based upon our four Core Values, the expression of which is not unique. We borrowed the words connect, grow, serve, and share. We define them as: connecting with God through genuine worship; growing to be more like Christ; serving others in Jesus' name; and sharing the good news. We emphasize that these values be carried out in community.
Because it is so difficult to assess the health of a congregation of any size, we use the Core Values to measure individual departments and then also make it possible for individuals to assess themselves. This follows a set process:
- Each staff member makes a presentation to the entire staff on how their area of ministry is addressing each Core Value.
- They line up their activities and initiatives against that grid for evaluation.
- Together we agree on what the strengths and opportunities are for that ministry area.
- Once all the staff has presented, we look for overall patterns. For instance, we felt that we were information-heavy as a church, focused too much on instruction. As a result, additional practical ministry projects and acts of service were incorporated into several of our programs.
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