Harvesting Hope
Harvesting Hope Committee Reports 2012
Communications Survey Results Most people are happy with their communication at the church level Few are satisfied with communication within their region Only half are satisfied with communication from the diocese Most interested in News from other churches, Education offerings, Information from the Bishop, Upcoming events, Information from The Episcopal Church
Communication Where do we go from here? People still want print 65% want news via email. Need to continue to promote eSpirit. Seeking volunteers from diocese to serve on a subcommittee that explores, evaluates, design, and implements new communication avenues for our churches, regions, and the diocese.
Finance People are not clear on the structure and spending of the diocesan finances. People are not clear on the structure and spending of the Foundation. People do not understand the relationship between the diocese and the Foundation. People do want to know how there money is being spent on the church, diocesan, and national levels.
Finance Where do we go from here? Share and explain how diocesan and Foundation monies are being spent on a regular basis. Continue to educate the diocese on the role of the Foundation and its relationship with the diocese. Things that we’ve already done.
Education Our members are clearly interested in continuing education. Key areas of interest are Bible Study, what Episcopalians believe, and ways to grow our church. People are comfortable with both in-person and learning via the web.
Education Where do we go from here? Provide education opportunities that speak to our membership. Partner with our institutions (Cathedral, Commission on Ministry, Thomas the Apostle Center, Reservation) to grow our education offerings.
Institutions The Cathedral has an opportunity to become a resource for our diocese. HR Camp is not attended because of location, expense, and youth are involved in other activities. The Reservation is a misunderstood resource. Thomas the Apostle Center is well known within our diocese, and have an opportunity to grow this.
Institutions Where do we go from here? How can we maximize HR Camp? How can we maximize the Cathedral? How can we assist Thomas the Apostle Center in their mission? Define the relationship between the reservation and the diocese. How can these be reciprocal?
Ministry Delivery We ARE a Eucharistic church. Our Vestries are strong and effective. 63% feel that their church’s relationship with the diocese is good or great. Our churches desire to grow by adding youth and young adults.
Ministry Delivery Where do we go from here? Help our congregations with discernment. How do we invite youth, young adults, and families to join us? How can we help you celebrate your successes?
Attractive Church We are welcoming to all comers. We are happy with our churches. We are outreach driven AND we are called to be so. Greatest issue is aging population.
Attractive Church Where do we go from here? How do become attractive to our community and share who we are? How do we attract youth, young adults, and families? How do we do outreach with fewer dollars and/ or members? How do we balance outreach with in reach?
Communications Survey Results Most people are happy with their communication at the church level Few are satisfied with communication within their region Only half are satisfied with communication from the diocese Most interested in News from other churches, Education offerings, Information from the Bishop, Upcoming events, Information from The Episcopal Church
Communication Where do we go from here? People still want print 65% want news via email. Need to continue to promote eSpirit. Seeking volunteers from diocese to serve on a subcommittee that explores, evaluates, design, and implements new communication avenues for our churches, regions, and the diocese.
Finance People are not clear on the structure and spending of the diocesan finances. People are not clear on the structure and spending of the Foundation. People do not understand the relationship between the diocese and the Foundation. People do want to know how there money is being spent on the church, diocesan, and national levels.
Finance Where do we go from here? Share and explain how diocesan and Foundation monies are being spent on a regular basis. Continue to educate the diocese on the role of the Foundation and its relationship with the diocese. Things that we’ve already done.
Education Our members are clearly interested in continuing education. Key areas of interest are Bible Study, what Episcopalians believe, and ways to grow our church. People are comfortable with both in-person and learning via the web.
Education Where do we go from here? Provide education opportunities that speak to our membership. Partner with our institutions (Cathedral, Commission on Ministry, Thomas the Apostle Center, Reservation) to grow our education offerings.
Institutions The Cathedral has an opportunity to become a resource for our diocese. HR Camp is not attended because of location, expense, and youth are involved in other activities. The Reservation is a misunderstood resource. Thomas the Apostle Center is well known within our diocese, and have an opportunity to grow this.
Institutions Where do we go from here? How can we maximize HR Camp? How can we maximize the Cathedral? How can we assist Thomas the Apostle Center in their mission? Define the relationship between the reservation and the diocese. How can these be reciprocal?
Ministry Delivery We ARE a Eucharistic church. Our Vestries are strong and effective. 63% feel that their church’s relationship with the diocese is good or great. Our churches desire to grow by adding youth and young adults.
Ministry Delivery Where do we go from here? Help our congregations with discernment. How do we invite youth, young adults, and families to join us? How can we help you celebrate your successes?
Attractive Church We are welcoming to all comers. We are happy with our churches. We are outreach driven AND we are called to be so. Greatest issue is aging population.
Attractive Church Where do we go from here? How do become attractive to our community and share who we are? How do we attract youth, young adults, and families? How do we do outreach with fewer dollars and/ or members? How do we balance outreach with in reach?
