Things That Make You Go Mmmmmm!!!

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Date: 21 June 2006 16:20:25

This afternoon has been spent putting together the results of our Anniversary Survey. As you'd expect there were far more weaknesses than strengths. The odd thing is that we average about 30-35 people on a Sunday, including kids. We have around 10-12 people engaged in organising/helping with various activities, some doing 2-3 jobs.

Yet we have a perceotion that not enough people help. I think that most churches would be happy if they had 30% of their congregation actively assisting. I think that some people forget that we have people who do the flowers, BMS Birthday Scheme, or act as Clerk of Works. These are people you never see doing their job.

Now I've got to work in the results of the away-day and then give the results to the other leaders in a fortnights time. I think that they'll be shocked at some of the responses, especially relating to prayer, support and pastoral care.

There are also a few people who feel disillusioned with the way the church seems to have stagnated over the post 12-18 months. Much of our early momentum, since Chugabug joined, has gone. We have definitely plateaued in terms of growth. Having said that we do have a few more attendees who are under 65 from 5 years ago.

Now we need to make sure that we begin to address the needs of the congregation before we continue looking for growth. We do not have the foundation of prayer, study and support that is needed to strengthen both existing and new people.