When it comes to one of the most important parts of developing infrastructure in the church, Defining Responsibility and Authority, the Job Description is critical. It, in addition to By-Laws, Executive Limitations policies, organization charts, etc., is the primary "responsibility" document. Obviously, there are a number of different approaches to writing a job description. I have seen many, especially since … [Read more...]
Capital Campaign Materials
Great Resources For Any Church That's Involved In A Capital Campaign
Running a capital fundraising campaign is something all growing churches embark upon at some point. Having done a number of them over the years here at CCV, we've accumulated a number of resources that might be helpful to churches considering a campaign or even in the middle of one. Here’s a list of links to a number of useful capital campaign materials available to you here on Executive Pastor Online. Feel free … [Read more...]
Other Resources
Documentation And Other Resources, Useful For Every Church Desiring To Build A Strong, Solid Infrastructure
As part of your church's effort to build infrastructure you will identify many needs that don't necessarily fit in to any of the categories I've included here on Executive Pastor Online. Here are a number of resources that you may find to be helpful: Children’s Ministry Volunteer Handbook Children's Ministry Volunteer Recruitment Video (We Need More Ernies) First Time Guest Assimilation Flowchart Income … [Read more...]
Policies
Key Infrastructure Documentation, When It Comes To Stating Positions, Norms, Or Principles In The Church
When it comes to a very important part of building a strong infrastructure in the church, the Policy, a documented "statement of position" or other definition of norm or principle, must exist. Policies should be written in such a way as to be useful in helping the church understand the important positions it has established for various aspects of the "business." Policies should, however, be "guidelines" and not … [Read more...]