- Worldview--how do we view the world, what are our philosophical and theological underpinnings?
- Ultimate Purpose--why does our organization exist? The ultimate purpose is shaped dramatically by the worldview.
- Growth Principles--some might review to these as core values. These, too, directly result from worldview.
- Aims--the ultimate purpose and growth principles shape the aims of the organization. What are we going to shoot for in order to reach our ultimate purpose?
- Strategy--How are we going to get there? This is where most people spend their time--the day to day choices about how to reach the aims. The strategy is impacted by the growth principles and the aims.
Here's what's interesting, the author of this concept suggests that board meetings focus on the top four, while staff meetings focus on strategy. The board must own the ultimate purpose, be convinced of the growth principles, and establish the aims of the organization. The staff, then, develops the strategies that are in line with those. Interesting stuff. Trying to flesh it out more.
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As you flesh it out some more, you may want to consider the role of Sr Pastor as it pertains to his/her level of involvement in the governance of the local church.
Some Boards may expect the Sr Pastor to codify the purpose, orchestrate the growth principles, and establish the aims of the local church.
Some Boards have little to no training or mentoring in any of the above and will not budge until the Sr Pastor takes charge!
Those of us with ministry experience know that Pastors preach and Boards govern - but very few Boards suscribe to that position!
I think you've hit on a great issue--training is the key. I look forward to meeting you in the future.
I couldn't agree more, however, do you think that in large well entrenched organizations, leaders sometime have to execute first, then educate/train?
A good shepherd always couples their training regimen with a subtle dose of mentorship, followed by a sprinkling of timely confrontation and consolation when required.
Looking forward to getting to know y'all!
Hal,
Amberly and I look forward to getting to know you. Melody and Garry speak highly of you. I think a key to everything we're talking about is building trust and earning the right to lead. I'll post more about that soon.
Glenn
Brother Pastor,
Well, now that Gary & Melody (esp Melody) has let the cat-out-of-the-bag...welcome aboard! Gary & Melody are long time wantoks (friends).
I'm sure you are ready to fight the good fight of faith as you begin to plant your spirit, soul, and body into Bethel! Just do not get out of balance....
The Office of Pastor is a sacred one and the unquestionable right to lead is bestowed upon you as God has placed you in that office! You have already earned that!!
See you the 5th! Looking forward to our conversations as we grow and learn from each other.
Hal
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