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Making Disciples

Mission Ministry

Worship Ministry Family Ministries

-Mission Initiatives to Reach Others -Continue 4 Cs -Events and External Part-nerships

-Integrating Mission into Life of Small Groups

-Clarity of God’s Truth in: -Teaching, Bible Study, Discernment, Holy Spirit -Training Parish for Discipleship

-Small Group Development -Sunday Service Development -Mid-week Teaching Opportunities

-All Families Ministries Work in Unity

-Pastoral Care

-Small Groups

-Age-appropriate, Christ-Centered Bible Teaching

-All-age Worship Services -Internal and External Focus on Discipleship

St Aidan’s 3 Year Plan - 2018 to 2020

Finance Committee Support Plan

St Aidan’s Church Goals 2018-2020

Ministry Worship

St Aidan’s Church Goal Goal One

Date 25.08.17

Specific

A clearly stated

goal understood by all relevant

parties

Goal One To encourage and create a culture of worship in Spirit and in Truth where we daily offer ourselves as spiritual sacrifices to God and so are transformed by the renewing of our minds living in His will as His Disciples

Measurable

State how the

goal will be achieved; what

measures will confirm this?

The Word of God is proclaimed in Church and by our members to others

The Church and her members hold to the Truth of God The Triune God is present in all aspects of our Worship

and Church life The Prayer life of the Church grows The Gifts of the Holy Spirit are more evident Discipleship is a key and vital element running through all

we do: making, growing and sending disciples Small Groups grow in maturity and number Our Sunday services will grow to be a flagship for God’s

Glory where we honour and praise God through bible teaching and diverse styles of worship that are evangelical, sacramental and charismatic (which nurtures spiritual growth enabling people to encounter God)

Our lives of Worship will be focused upwards to God, around ourselves to our Fellowship and outwards towards others

Survey of congregation/Listening Groups feedback Regular Teaching on communication

Actions

State what

actions will be required to

achieve the goal

A structured teaching programme for the Church Identification and development of teachers Direction and material for Small Groups Clarity on the Truths of God through teaching, bible study,

discernment and the Holy Spirit All our services to be continually developed and monitored

through the Worship Hub (HC A & B, the Gospel and Worship Services, Compline, 8.30 BCP, Special Services Real Lives and Café Church). A clear focus on growing prayer and the gifts of the Spirit in the services

Appropriate teaching topics for midweek to be developed and delivered

Appropriate training especially built around discipleship and sharing our faith

Small Group actions: Small Groups are an absolute priority for the Church. These will be continued to be developed within the Church

Development of musical worship: leaders; song choice; material; software; and appropriate equipment

Our musical worship and song choice is focused on God, based on truth and encourages one another

Identifying and developing musically gifted members of the Church. They are then encouraged into the Worship life of the Church, on Sunday’s, in the Choir or in other aspects of the Worship team

To maintain an openness to God to develop services or amend changes in line with His will

To develop a corporate prayer ministry within the Church and co-ordination of all other prayer ministries

The growth of, teaching on and introduction of different styles of prayer

To continue to develop Messy Church as a First Step Church (gateway) for newcomers specifically focusing on families and young adults

To introduce and develop ‘newcomers’ programmes with links to small Groups and courses such as Alpha and Christianity Explored

Develop feedback system with Vestry Relevant

State how the

goal and actions are relevant to

the Ministry purpose

The Goal directly links to the aims that came from the Church Survey and profile that fed the Church Vision. It also deals with the issues raised in the Ministry Reviews, Listening Groups and consultation process and builds upon how we go forward based on the last three years

Timescale

State the time by which each

action and the

overall goal will be achieved

Adoption of the Vine Project Evaluation and Next Step Phases – timing to be determined by Corporation

Corporate prayer structure by Sept 2018 Review process at 6 and twelve months within Worship

Hub, then to Corporation and vestry

Signatures

Rector

Wardens

Family Ministries St Aidan’s Church Goal Two (DRAFT)

2018-2020 Family Ministries Goals

22/09/2017

Specific A clearly stated goal

understood by all

relevant parties

To work in unity, to love and teach the children, youth, young adults,

a d fa ilies of St. Aida ’s, so that they may grow in their knowledge

and love of God and be equipped to live as disciples of Christ, while

reaching out to families in our community with the love of Christ and

the truth of the gospel, so that they may also become Children of God.

Measurable State how the goal will

be achieved; what

measures will confirm

this?

The continued development of the Family Ministries Hub

Revised goals for each Ministry that reflect our current situation

Increased membership within each Ministry

Growth of individuals in their relationship with Christ

Greater participation of kids, families, and young people in the

whole life, worship, fellowship, and mission of the church

Actions State what actions will

be required to achieve

the goal

Actions specific to

Hub Meetings

(a) Ensure that the Nursery, Sunday School, Youth, Young Adults,

Messy Church, and Young Families Ministries work in unity to

provide continuous discipleship to families

(b) Provide age-appropriate, Christ-centered, bible teaching that is

faithful to God’s Word, that points young people to the gospel, and

that equips them to live as disciples of Jesus in the modern world

(c) Provide pastoral care to young people and families

(d) Further integrate the Family Ministries into the life and worship

of the church through all-age services and increased opportunities

for family participation in services and outreach events.

(e) Continue developing both the internal and external focus of our

Family Ministries so that we are working in cooperation with the

overall goals of the church on discipleship and mission

(f) Identify and connect the goals of each ministry

(g) Regularly review the progress of each ministry

(h) Support, equip, and care for ministry leaders and volunteers

(i) Develop ideas for good transitions between ministries

(j) Communicate clearly with Vestry, Corporation, and other Hubs

(k) Have a clear agenda, including reports from each ministry leader

Relevant State how the goal

and actions are

relevant to the

Ministry purpose

We believe that the goal and actions stated above reflect the goals of

St. Aida ’s, a d the mission of God’s Church, particularly in their focus

on discipleship and outreach; in knowing God, through Christ, and in

making him know as we humbly receive his Word, grow in his likeness,

and share the gospel with others.

Timescale State the time by

which each action and

the overall goal will be

achieved

The bracketed letters

following each point

correspond to an

action above and

indicate which

action(s) that step is

seeking to further or

accomplish

Fall 2017 – Review, revise, and finalize new Family Ministries SMART

Goals, and individual ministry goals, for 2018-2020 (a, f, g, j)

Fall 2017 – In cooperation with the Worship Hub, begin

implementing All Age Services into the regular worship of the

Church (b, d, j)

September 2017 – Implement Year 2 of the Gospel Project

Curriculum for Grade 4-6 and Junior High Bible Studies (a, b, i)

October 2017 – Establish and start a High School Bible Study (a, b)

October 2017 – Establish and start a Young Adults Small Group (a,

b)

Winter 2018 – In consultation with the Mission Hub, begin

partnering with Naomi House for Youth Outreach Events (d, e, j)

Spring 2018 – Youth participate in SOAR Heartland Local Mission (e,

j)

Spring 2018 – Work with Mission Hub to connect ESL Ministry with

Messy Church as a way to introduce newcomers to Church (b, e, j)

Spring 2018 - Work with Mission Hub to develop ways to engage

more of the congregation in the mission initiative of Messy Church

(b, e, j)

Spring 2018 – Begin inviting Grade 6 students to youth events and

Grade 12 students to the Young Adults Small Group (a, i)

Spring/Summer 2018 – Develop and implement a summer program

for children age 5 and under (a, b)

Summer 2018 – Review all program structures and curriculums (g)

September 2018 - Implement Year 3 of the Gospel Project with

Grade 4-6, Junior High, and (possibly) High School Bible Studies (a,

b, i)

Spring 2019 – Youth participate in our 2nd SOAR Local Mission (e, j)

Summer 2019 – Review all program structures and curriculums (g)

Summer/Fall 2019 – Choose and implement a new curriculum for

Grade 4-6 and Junior High Bible Studies (a, b, i)

Fall 2019 – Partner with the Mission Hub and Leadership Team to

plan a High School and Young Adults Missions Trip (d, e, j)

Summer 2020 – Lead a High School and Young Adult Missions Trip

(e)

Summer 2020 – Review all program structures and curriculums (g)

Signatures Rector

Wardens

St Aidan’s Church Goals 2018-2020

Ministry Mission

St Aidan’s Church Goal Goal One

Date 22.08.17

Specific

A clearly stated

goal understood by all relevant

parties

Goal One The mission ministry aims to develop a Kingdom focused culture within St. Aidan’s that will bless the world around our family of believers and will establish an outward focus within the church that will encourage all in the St. Aidan’s family to fulfill our calling of the Great Commission.

Measurable

State how the

goal will be achieved; what

measures will confirm this?

This goal will be achieved by establishing a consistent extended mission plan with initiatives that all in the church can be involved with thereby encouraging all to live out their faith in Christ. The Missions HUB will provide opportunities and encouragement for everyone to be involved in accordance with their abilities and gifting. Measuring sticks will include: The continued development and growth of the Mission

team. (Dan Rutherford, Brenda Muirhead, Hannah Labdon,

Jourdan Gray, Pastor Dave Labdon and Sandra Wakeman)

The involvement of church members in the mission

initiatives provided.

The outpouring of our faith outside the church walls.

Those being drawn to us as a family of believers by our

love and faith.

The progression towards our mid-term and long term

goals.

Actions

State what

actions will be required to

achieve the goal

Events and partnerships that allow parishioners of all

abilities to get involved.

Creating and sustaining an apparatus that allows for a

realistic and comfortable entry to our church for those

coming to faith and those seeking Jesus.

Continual mission initiatives that grow our ability to reach

others that follow God’s leadership and follow our 4 C’s. Impact on small groups emphasizing and integrating

mission into the life of the groups. Relevant

State how the goal and actions

are relevant to

the Ministry purpose

Provides a culture within our community of believers to

live and share our faith.

Empowers those within our church which strengthens our

body and unity.

Helps us all to contribute to the Kingdom.

Helps us to fulfill the Great Commission.

Positive impact on Pastoral Care and Leadership.

Timescale

State the time

by which each

2018– COMMUNITY Building on progression of Alpha, ESL, Mission Week and

Canada Nights.

action and the

overall goal will be achieved

Manitoba Youth Center, sporting events, Indigenous and

Jewish outreach.

Small group growth and outreach initiatives within.

CITY

Naomi House (12 month relationship).

2019 – COUNTRY AND CREATION New Mission efforts into Country and Global Mission

LAMP, Compassion, Ugandan Link Parish, World Vision etc.

2020 Fully establish a sustained mission initiative in our area

while still fulfilling 4C’s mandate.

NOTE – Café plan will be revealed as a 3 year rollout.

Signatures Rector

Wardens

2018 Giving Campaign: To Follow His Voice

Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________

Address: _________________________________________________________________________________

Phone: ___________________________________________________________________________________

Email: ____________________________________________________________________________________

I/We recognize God calls me/us to give out of abundance that I/we have been given, and to carry out

God’s purpose through my/our faith community by:

Pledging to God’s purpose through my/our faith community for the first time.

Pledging in the same amount as last year.

Increasing my/our financial pledge.

Increasing my/our pledge by 1%, 3%, or 5% of my/our annual income.

Tithing 10% of my/our annual income.

My/Our total annual pledge to St Aidan’s Church is $___________

Signed: _____________________________________

Annual Income 1% 3% 5% 7% 10%

$10,000 8 25 42 58 83

$15,000 13 38 63 88 125

$20,000 17 50 83 117 167

$30,000 25 75 125 175 250

$40,000 33 100 167 233 333

$50,000 42 125 208 292 417

$75,000 63 188 313 438 625

$100,000 83 250 417 583 833

$125,000 104 313 521 729 1,042

$150,000 125 375 625 875 1,250

$200,000 167 500 833 1,167 1,667

*Charitable giving receives a 46% tax credit in Manitoba.

Proportional Giving Per Month*

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