CHURCH
VITALIZATION
Vision
The vitalization process is for churches that want to:
be healthy, vibrant, growing churches
effectively reach unbelievers and make disciples for Christ
move to the next level of growth
The Church Health & Vitalization Project has been designed to benefit congregations in any stage or condition.
1
Application
The Pastor will complete and submit the Vitalization Application Form.
Church
Self-Study
2
The pastor and board/council will complete the congregational self-study, which takes one to two months
Prayer
Focus
3
The congregation will prayerfully prepare for the discernment weekend
Discernment
Weekend
4
This weekend will consist of prayer, interviews with the pastor and key leaders, teaching on what it means to be a healthy church, a presentation of the findings and a plan for health
5
Town Hall Meeting
Two weeks after the discernment weekend, the congregation will gather for a “Town Hall” to discuss the report
6
Congregational
Vote
Within four weeks after the discernment weekend, regular attenders of the congregation vote to “accept” or “reject” the discernment report
Leadership Growth & Support
7
If the congregation accepts the discernment report, the pastor will be required to participate in the Healthy Church Network and monthly coaching.
8
District Support
The coach and/or Superintendent will meet with the pastor and board/council for one year following the discernment weekend to review progress and provide assistance moving forward