One of the leader's most important roles in today’s church is determining and setting priorities. What should demand the attention of the staff and volunteers, and what should go on the “back burner?” That is the question. Church leaders must be clear on their priorities with limited staff and even more limited financial resources. What is "top priority," and what can (and should) wait? Early in my tenure as an … [Read more...]
Fall Refresher
Ten Key Planning And Preparation Areas Requiring Some Focus At This Time Of The Year
As a church leader, you know there's a "routine" to ministry related to the calendar. Our days are filled with various activities and different priorities depending, among other things, on the time of year. It's the fall season, and we are all focused on executing plans for the fall put in writing many months ago. Of course, we're also focused on planning for the coming calendar year. Church staff is having … [Read more...]
Strategic Plan – Personal Planning
The "Individual Contributor" Part Of The Strategic Plan
Critical strategies and key objectives drive the development of Personal Plans for each ministry staff member. Personal Plans contain objectives and tactics, each directly connected to Strategic Plan Key Objectives. Personal Plans are formally reviewed with each ministry staff member on a monthly basis. Updates are documented and filed in the ministry staff member’s personnel file. … [Read more...]
Church Strategic Plan
Another Important "Thing To Do" As Church Leaders At This Time Of Year
Statement of Purpose The Strategic Plan is the church’s guiding document developed by the church staff and Leadership Team, containing the detailed plan for accomplishing the church’s mission. It is always available via the Management System, functioning as the primary tool for communication and staff accountability. The bottom line is this; the Strategic Plan is “the plan,” demanding the attention, focus, and … [Read more...]