Summary of Mission Council Input Session

The Mission Council hosted a constituency input session on Wednesday, July 13.
Among the strengths of the Mission Council identified by those present was the Council's routine practice of engaging in a deliberate process of discernment when facing complex issues.  They have considered all sides to an issue, managed strong feelings and made a decision for the benefit of the community as a whole, recognizing that sometimes that might be different from individual preferences.  They also celebrated the partnership based on care and respect that is enjoyed between staff and council.

In considering idea for improvement, the group identified several major areas.

• Increasing accountability to the congregation by developing intentional relationships with various ministry areas and finding new ways to communicate regularly with the community about Mission Council activities and concerns.
• Seeking community input through focus groups or other strategies to help the council keep aware of community interests and perceptions.
• Notice and celebrate accomplishments
• Increase the number of Council initiatives
• Update organizational structures so that people know who is on the council and how the council relates to various ministry entities.

There was good discussion about ways that staff and council might develop new ways of working together that allow the council to take on more responsibilities for strategic leadership.

Considering the possibilities that might emerge from this Re-visioning process, the council recognized a desire for some training/development that would enable members to assume the important role of leading the community through creating the next phase of ministry at Trinity/Pointe of Grace.




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