Our Mission: To engage the members of Calgary Central in sharing Christ s message of hope and wholeness

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1 REACH 2017 Calgary Central Ministry Plan Overview REACH is a strategy developed by the North American Division (NAD) and implemented by all Unions and Conferences for best accomplishing the mission of the church with excellence. It consists of: A process for becoming mission-driven churches of excellence A mission statement to guide the direction of churches A set of REACH core values Strategic priorities to help attain our mission The Process The REACH Strategic Planning Team has worked to create a Ministry Plan that will guide us in achieving our core values. This plan has been developed using: Various NAD and Conference resources Opportunities for church members to provide suggestions and ideas. This has included the Church Survey, Focus Groups and Visioning Potluck Input and ideas provided for each core value, categorizing and prioritizing them into the top three or four most significant Key Points Establishment of activities and events that will help to accomplish these Key Points Team members: Pastor Ghena Girleanu, Pastor Felix Richter, Pastor Allan Pérez, Terry Lachance, Deb Ivany, Kathlynne Butler, Charlynn Cundliffe Our Mission: To engage the members of Calgary Central in sharing Christ s message of hope and wholeness Our Vision: Experience and Express Christ

2 REACH Core Values - Key Points Revival & Transformation (Relationship with God) 1. Small Group Studies 2. Revival Weekends 3. Youth Programs & Vespers Education for Discipleship (Training toward Christian maturity) 1. Education and Inspiration 2. Workshops, Potlucks and Vespers 3. Themed Preaching Schedule 4. Youth Integration in Church Ministry Alignment in the Church (Communication, Teamwork) 1. Improve Communication 2. Fellowship, Caring and Participation 3. Team Building 4. Improve Understanding of Church Policies, Processes & Procedures Community Outreach and Evangelism (Serving Others, Witnessing) 1. Local Outreach 2. Church Mission Trip 3. Church Plant Healthy Leadership and Management (Empowering Others, Effective Organization) 1. Leadership Organizational Structure 2. Retreat 3. Mentorship program 4. Ministry & Department Descriptions 5. Develop and Maintain Church Policies, Processes & Procedures Guidebook 2

3 REVIVAL AND TRANSFORMATION 1.0 SMALL GROUP STUDIES 1.1 IDENTIFY LEADERS Alfredo Torres and Pastor Felix will work together to develop Small Group studies Guest speaker, Pastor Don Corkum will present a sermon on the role of small groups in the early church Jan 14, Distribute commitment cards after the Service to seek out volunteers which identify: Leaders Hosts/Participants Hosting night Community of residence 1.2 SMALL GROUP TRAINING Potluck/workshop for leaders, hosts and families Jan 14, 2017 Alfredo Torres and Antonio Arjona to present Pastor Felix to approach Prayer Meeting group to consider idea of small groups replacing prayer meeting on a trial basis 1.3 STUDY TOPICS (Suggested) Thunder in the Holy Land Beyond the Search Experiencing God Marriage God s Way Help! I m a Parent Forks over Knives 2.0 REVIVAL WEEKENDS 2.1 TEN DAYS OF PRAYER A Living Sanctuary Jan 11-21, 2017 Pastor Ken Wiebe confirmed as guest speaker for the closing weekend All material can be downloaded from the General Conference Follows General Conference yearly themes 2.2 SPIRITUAL GROWTH November 2017 Proposed guest speaker: Pastor Ivor Myers $1500 Budget required travel, accommodation, meals 3.0 YOUTH PROGRAMS & VESPERS Pastor Allan is developing programs that will lead and mentor youth and young adults in their Spiritual journey Build a strong leadership team (Quarterly seminars) Youth Sabbath (Once a quarter) Youth Vespers on Sabbath afternoon Service and Social Events 1 Estimated completion date No date indicates that the activity or initiative is on going throughout the year 3

4 EDUCATION FOR DISCIPLESHIP 1.0 EDUCATION & INSPIRATION Elders, guest speakers to present topics that they are knowledgeable and passionate about Mental Health (Joy Astolfi) Religious Liberty (Jay Cameron) Mission Spotlight Spiritual Gifts Adventist history CWAA God s Grace Personal Testimonies How to have a devotional life How to be an effective witness How to give a Bible study How to start a spiritual conversation How to (topic approved by pastors) Church Ministries 2.0 WORKSHOPS, POTLUCKS and VESPERS To allow further discussion of topics presented during Education & Inspiration Elder, guest speaker presentation and workshop to be held once a quarter, communicated in the bulletin one month in advance 3.0 THEMED PREACHING SCHEDULE Provides a road map for leadership, the worship team and the congregation Relieves stress on pastors/speakers, allows them to plan ahead and collect resources Related events and activities will occur throughout each month to promote involvement and participation Opportunity for members to invite friends or family for a topic of interest or relevance January Revival and Prayer July No themed topic February - Hospitality August No themed topic March Spiritual Gifts/Stewardship September Evangelism & Community Outreach April The Life & Ministry of Christ October Adventist Heritage/Spirit of Prophecy May Family Life November Spiritual Growth June Discipleship & Christian Education December Jesus: the Way, the Truth, the Light 4.0 YOUTH INTEGRATION IN CHURCH MINISTRY Pastor Allan will be working with the youth and young adults to compile a list of those who are willing to participate in various roles in the church praying up front, praise team, special music, children s story, etc. This will be forwarded to the Worship Coordinator Friday Night Youth Bible Study (Weekly) Young Adults Tuesday Night Small Group (Bi-weekly) Juniors Friday Night Bible Study (Bi-weekly) Young Married Couples City Wide Youth Rally STORMCO: Service to Others Really Matters GYC: Generation of Youth for Christ 4

5 ALIGNMENT IN THE CHURCH 1.0 IMPROVE COMMUNICATION 1.1 ESTABLISH A COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT Better communication at all levels was the #1 item identified on the church survey, by focus groups and during the visioning potluck Church Board has selected Jeff Allison and Terry Lachance to create this department Seek additional members to investigate and develop ways to effectively co-ordinate and communicate all aspects of church life to the membership and the community 1.2 CHURCH WEBSITE A Church website is often the first opportunity at making a good impression. Statistics indicate that 80% of first time visitors have checked out the church s website first Allows better utilization of social media to advertise church events, sermons, guest speakers Facebook, Instagram, Twitter Existing members: Kris Vassilev, Denitsa Marinova, Bob Martin, Kathlynne Butler, Felix Dushime, Terry Lachance 1.3 USE OF APPS TO PROMOTE AWARENESS Remind App Completed Nov 2016 A free app that helps teachers communicate quickly with students and parents Kathlynne Butler investigated and confirmed that it could also be used effectively to remind members of special events, guest speakers, funeral announcements App was introduced and demonstrated during Church Life on Nov 12 Develop Church App July 2017 Majority of people spend their time on mobile devices rather than computers A church app allows users to obtain information quickly and easily, anytime, anywhere sermons, On-line Giving, Calendar of Events, Bulletins, Reminders Daniel Mbewa has indicated that he is willing to design a church app for us 1.4 CHURCH BULLETIN A good church bulletin should be welcoming, help guests connect, inform attendees of activities, and provide space for sermon notes Less is more. Negative space is how our eyes breathe. Announcements will stand out more and get more attention The REACH team is looking into ways and ideas to improve the design and content of the Church Bulletin preprinted bulletin cover templates, only the most relevant information for the week, support the church vision, etc September 2017 Goal - Reduce paper usage, costs, waste, and time to prepare bulletins 400 weekly bulletins, typically with two inserts equals 41,600 sheets of paper/year Encourage members to use the electronic bulletin on church website or app Consider using on screen bulletin announcements at beginning or end of service Continue to provide a reduced quantity of paper bulletins for visitors and seniors 5

6 1.5 DEVELOP CHURCH DATABASE Database to include members and non-members Collect names, skills, interests during church service or potluck Kathlynne Butler will also create a form for members to submit their information on the website March 2017 Ask members for their preferred method of receiving notices of church events - Text/ /Phone Melanie Fehr and Pastor Felix will act as the administrators November 2017 Create a photo directory to allow easier identification of members Kathlynne Butler and Karen Lee will work with IPC Photo Services to coordinate, manage photo sessions and distribute the directories May 2017 Pastors to interview new members who transfer to Central to find out how they participated at their former church 1.6 LED DIGITAL DISPLAY SIGNS FOR EXTERIOR OF BUILDING Signs to display weekly sermon title, community events, outreach ministries, etc Supply and install two LED digital signs one mounted above the SW exit door of church by 19 th St NW, one mounted on the NW corner of back wall of the church facing 14 th Ave NW Approved by Church Board Dec Terry Lachance will manage contractors May DEVELOP SIX MONTH CALENDAR For preaching schedule, sermon topics/themes, Education and Inspiration, community events, departmental and outreach ministry events, vespers, potlucks, etc. January 1, 2017 Calendar to be displayed on church website, bulletin board Will allow for better planning and coordination of events 2.0 FELLOWSHIP, CARING AND PARTICIPATON 2.1 ESTABLISH NEW MEMBER AND VISITORS MINISTRY Welcoming people to your church, and keeping them, is the first step in growth Provide resources and training for Greeters they often give the first impression Provide opportunities for new members to become involved in the life of the Church Establish a core group of volunteers who will seek out new members and visitors each week and invite them home for lunch February 2017 Encourage an informal minute Meet and Greet each Sabbath in the auditorium for visitors and members to talk and fellowship February 2017 Update the New Member Booklet for distribution to new members. $100 Budget required for printing costs. June 2017 Seek Board approval for supply and installation of a Ministry Display Board in church foyer that will provide brochures for Outreach Ministries, and information on how to get involved. $400 Budget required June 2017 Create a Welcome Centre in church foyer for New Members and Visitors (Consider Garden Road Church as an example for ideas). Budget required January

7 2.2 CENTRAL CARE TEAM Church Board has given Pastor Felix approval to develop a Central Care Team The team will identify and implement strategies for connecting with all members to aid and revive their relationships with Christ, their family and church, thereby engaging them in ministry for Christ December PRIME TIMER INVOLVEMENT Develop and provide opportunities for our senior members to participate in church activities and have a voice in the church February 2017 Consider - Jerry Smith to lead and organize this group 2.4 MINISTRY FAIR Ministry and Department Leaders Workshop was held October 29 th, 2016 at 6:00pm to review description of roles and discuss and modify roles, if necessary. Help set goals, discuss the importance of ministry alignment, and determine budgets Organized by Deb Ivany. Workshop facilitated by Pastor Ghena and Terry Lachance Ministry Fair was held November 12 th, 2016 after Potluck to help promote ministries and volunteer interest Completed Ministry Fair to become an annual event November DECORATING COMMITTEE Create a church decorating committee for special events, functions, and decoration of the church in general February 2017 Consider Beatrice Girleanu, Donna Allison, Marion Ngendahayo $400 Budget required 3.0 TEAM BUILDING 3.1 SOCIAL COMMITTEE An essential element to enhance the atmosphere of fellowship and acceptance in the congregation February 2017 Plan and organize social events that allow members and non-members of all ages to get to know each other better as they interact in a relaxed environment. Game nights Team building events $400 Budget required Consider Clayton Lachance, Trina Novosad, Carmen Rodriguez, Erin Hillier 4.0 IMPROVE UNDERSTANDING OF CHURCH POLICIES, PROCESSES & PROCEDURES Develop a Church Guidebook, available to all members, that includes Church Board decisions, Church Business Meeting decisions, Room Booking Policies, Conflict Resolution Guidelines, etc., that will allow clarification and transparency on matters governing Calgary Central Where necessary and applicable include counsel from the Bible, Ellen G. White, and the SDA Church Manual Promote awareness of the resources at Education and Inspiration James Mbewa will work to develop this Guidebook December

8 COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND EVANGELISM 1.0 LOCAL OUTREACH 1.1 EXISTING CHURCH-BASED PROGRAMS Follow Christ s method of interacting with others, ministering to their needs, and winning their confidence by continuing to provide existing outreach programs that address community needs in areas of Health, Family, Compassion and Evangelism Continue to provide Community Event programs that offer opportunities to foster relationships with the local community 1.2 COMMUNITY BASED PROGRAMS Strategically target neighborhoods located within proximity to the NW community of Panorama, the area that has been identified for our Church Plant Existing Outreach Ministries to work together with Church Plant Core Group to identify community needs and take their programs to where the needs are For example: Consider a possible mini-health Expo in Fall of The idea would be to start walking clubs within the church and the target communities Church members living in the target communities would be encouraged to initiate the walking clubs. Promotion of friendship evangelism and relationship building Provide base health evaluation for all participants - weight, bfi, and blood pressure Rent a facility in Panorama to run a full Health Expo in January of 2018, and provide follow-up evaluations to participants. This would introduce our health message to the community. $600 Budget required for facility rentals 1.1 CHILDREN S CENTRE Development of a Children s Centre in early 2018 to be organized by Pastor Ghena as part of his DMin program The Model: Eat, Learn, Play Time 6:00PM 7:30PM. Half an hour to snack, half an hour to learn (Bible classes), half and hour to play Provide a relaxing environment for parents to read a book, talk to other parents, have some tea or snacks, while their children play in an adjacent room Provide an opportunity (at least once a month) for parents to interact with their children Use volunteers from the church. Determine level of interest through a church questionnaire $3200 Budget required January CHURCH MISSION TRIP Work with ADRA Connections, Maranatha Volunteers, or other volunteer agencies to develop mission projects that provide opportunities for members to get involved in service Consider a long-term project to partner with a community to develop relationships and understanding of cultures February

9 3.0 CHURCH PLANTING 3.1 WHY? The Great Commission vision, go and make disciples, involves pursuing, evangelizing, and discipling lost people. The early church sought to put into practice this command by planting new churches. It s the New Testament pattern. Upon all who believe, God has placed the burden of raising up churches E.G. White, Ministry to the Cities, p140 Central Church is at capacity To advance God s Kingdom No SDA church presence in the extreme NW or SW Provides an opportunity for members to apply their spiritual gifts 3.2 WHO? Pastor Don Corkum to assist Church Board starts the process Strategic selection of core group based on talents, leadership skills, etc. 3.3 HOW? Determine and address community needs After school care Single moms Health education Find a Facility Existing schools Hotels Community centers Vacant commercial space Churches for sale Prepare operating budget, determine funding source Alberta Conference provides first years rent Small Group studies 3.4 WHEN? Prepare map of potential church plant location(s) based on member response cards distributed at the 2016 SEEDS Conference December 2016 Presentation to Church Board January 2017 Presentation at Church Business Meeting February 2017 Selection of Core Group March 2017 Incubation Period April Dec 2017 Investigate Community Needs Find Facility Location Create Vision & Mission Group Church Launch January

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11 HEALTHY LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT 1.0 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE Calgary Central is a very large church with many departments and activities, however, a common suggestion expressed by the membership was for better communication at all levels Who do I contact? How can I get involved?, etc. In response to this need the pastoral staff and the REACH team have worked to develop the Calgary Central Organizational Structure Rather than a pyramid indicating top down management, an intentional decision was made to depict a shared responsibility among church leadership and membership as we collectively work to share Christ s message of hope and wholeness Calgary Central has been divided into five broad areas Worship, Outreach, Inreach, Service, and Communication Each area contains related ministries or departments. A directory of who to contact has also been developed and will be available on the church website February WHO IS LEADERSHIP? Pastoral Staff Elders Church Board 2.0 LEADERSHIP RETREAT November each year Plan strategy for the upcoming year Fellowship Mentorship 3.0 MENTORSHIP PROGRAM There is some mentorship now, however, it needs to be more intentional Promote from up front Education and Inspiration Families, couples, Prime Timers share life experiences with youth, young adults New members Spiritual Guardians Mentorship Potluck November MINISTRY AND DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTIONS In progress Ministry Fair November 12, 2016 All ministry leader and departmental leader roles and responsibilities will be compiled and available on the church website September DEVELOP & MAINTAIN CHURCH POLICIES, PROCESSES & PROCEDURES GUIDEBOOK Guidebook on policies and procedures needs to be easy to access and easy to understand In order to be effective, the Guidebook will need to be maintained and kept current Select Administrator(s) to maintain the Guidebook 11

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14 DIRECTORY - CALGARY CENTRAL CHURCH ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE WORSHIP Music Committee Organists & Pianists Choristers Choir Worship Coordinators Worship Service Children s Story Special Music Platform Support Call to Worship Benediction Education & Inspiration Vespers Audio Visual Sound Screen Graphics Live Streaming Beatrice Girleanu Venita Elkow Sandra Dodds Lillian King Barb Pitcher-Patt Pastor Felix Richter Pastor Felix Richter Ken Elkow Bob Martin SERVICE Pastoral Staff Church Board Elders Deacons Deaconesses Church Secretary Ministries Team REACH Team Finance Committee Greeters Maintenance Decorating Committee Library Kitchen Custodial Pastor Ghena Girleanu Pastor Ghena Girleanu Peter Miller Roman Vassilev Arlene Bissessar Melanie Fehr Terry Lachance Terry Lachance Jeff Allison Val McMaster Paul McCrae Loretta Fehr Melanie Fehr Darlynn Lessard 14

15 COMMUNICATION Website Social Media Bulletin Church Calendar Reminder App Church App Church Directory Church Database Church Policies Manual Kris Vassilev Denitsa Marinova Melanie Fehr Pastor Ghena Girleanu Melanie Fehr Melanie Fehr/ Pastor Felix Richter Melanie Fehr/ Pastor Felix Richter James Mbewa OUTREACH Public Evangelism Prophecy Seminars Daniel & Revelation Studies Health Ministries Health Expo Depression & Anxiety Recovery Cooking Classes Family Ministries Conflict Resolution Divorce Care Forgive Now Moms Flying Solo Service & Compassion Bags of Love Children s Centre Mustard Seed Prison Ministries Russian Newspaper Sunshine Band Community Events Christmas Program Easter Program Stampede Supper Vacation Bible School Church Plant Small Groups Mission Trips Radio Bible Light Pastor Ghena Girleanu Clayton Lachance Joy Astolfi & Connie Nischuk Lillian King Charlene Masson George & Jean Stonecypher Derrill Beauchesne Trina Novosad Venita Elkow Pastor Ghena Girleanu Vic Fitch Alfredo Torres Victor Girleanu Terry Lachance Lillian King/Sandra Dodds Terry Lachance Pastor Allan Pérez Pastor Ghena Girleanu Alfredo Torres Terry Lachance Bob Martin 15

16 INREACH Small Groups Revival Weekends Guest Speakers Seminars Workshops Prayer Meeting Care Team New Members Visitation Missing Members Welcome Centre Shut-Ins Nurture Children s Ministries Sabbath School Adventurers Pathfinders Choir Home Schoolers Youth & Young Adults Sabbath School Bible Studies Social Events Service Events Adult Ministries Men s Ministry Women s Ministry Native Women s Ministry Singles Ministry Prime Timers Sabbath School Social Committee Alfredo Torres Pastor Ghena Girleanu Pastor Felix Richter Pastor Felix Richter Pat Ellis Debbie Ivany Jose Alvarado Sandra Dodds Kama Anderson Pastor Allan Pérez Derrill Beauchesne Lillian King Pat Kohler Pastor Felix Richter Keith Dubuc Clayton Lachance If you wish to contact any of these ministry or departmental leaders, or for further information, please call the church office at