Goals

Measures

To create small group structures that foster belonging and purpose.

In 2008,  90% of the congregation[1] of SJTL are involved in a small group[2] over the past 12 months

To ensure resources at SJTL (time, talent, and treasure) are balanced between missions in the local community and missions further away.

In 2008 resources are balanced across at least 4 of the 9 missions fields identified in the Cultural/Geographic Missions Grid [3](see  below) and progress is communicated on a regular basis.

To ensure that there are always opportunities for training, equipping, and mentoring in ministry.

In 2008, 75% of the congregation has participated in at least one training, equipping or mentoring program in the last five years.

In 2008, 50% of the congregation is active in ministry to others.

To create communication processes and structures so that all members of the congregation are appropriately informed and educated.

In 2008,   a survey[4] will conclude that 80% of the congregation feel they are informed and educated on appropriate parish life and ministry matters.

To grow in our understanding and practice of hearing God’s voice corporately and individually, and to pray in a more integrated way.

In 2008 75% of the congregation has had at least 1 training/equipping/mentoring course in prayer.

90% of the congregation is actively praying in an integrated way.

Attendance at and the frequency of Corporate Prayer Events are on the increase.[5]

To develop a welcoming “safe” environment during public worship times and to foster other opportunities to go deeper in intimacy and broader in creativity.

In 2008, a survey will indicate that 80% of the congregation will indicate the range of worship opportunities meets their needs for spiritual development and growth.