Ministry Planning Services
Benefits
Leading a Christian ministry is an exciting privilege. Yet, it is common for ministry leaders to struggle with managing a healthy process that results in a usable ministry plan. Ministry leaders do not need to take six months and produce a 100–page strategic plan. Such documents often lead to inaction and cynicism due to their overwhelming complexity and lack of clear focus. Our staff is highly experienced in helping leaders like you to develop action plans that work.
Description
Below is a sample description of a complete ministry planning process. Each planning process is custom designed for the needs of each particular client. Your discovery process will have unique features that will help you set actionable priorities that will build momentum as well as save time and resources that are often forteited in following pathways of ministry that do not fit your DNA.
Learning Phase
Center consultant(s) review organizational documents and website.
Center consultant(s) interview via phone 10 key influencers representing board, staff and constituents.
Center consultant(s) design and facilitate a separate web-based survey for each of your constituents.
Center consultant(s) custom-design the meetings and process to be used in the Creating Phase.
Creating Phase
Center consultant(s) facilitate two meetings (3 hours each) with a pre-appointed Planning Team to share findings, discuss
strategies, and identify priorities that align with the vision and unique DNA of your ministry. Often we guide ministries in the communication of their strategic initiatives to their staff and constituents.
Testing Phase
Center consultant(s) facilitate a 2-3 hour meeting with a broader group of constituents to test the priorities and direction. This provides your leadership with the opportunity to ensure the direction and priorities align with your constituents and to make adjustments if needed.
Finalizing Phase
Center consultant(s) hold a final meeting with representatives from the planning team to assist in finalizing the plan and
provide guidance on how to proceed with creating actionable steps for communication and implementation.
Fees
Our fees are determined by the services you request and your ability to pay. Our consultants will prepare a proposal outlining your precise costs and deliverables. If your ministry would benefit from our services but does not have the resources, please let us know. We would be glad to discuss the possibility of providing a charitable discount to offset a portion of these cost. Our consultants are also available on a per hour fee.
Next Steps
The Center for Ministry Advancement is a non-profit organization whose highly trained staff is committed to helping Christian leaders develop healthy and effective ministries. To learn more about how our team can assist you, please contact us at 215-723-2325.