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Mission Study Questionnaire

2020 Mission Study Questionnaire

Dear Church Family.
In preparation for our search for a new minister we need to gather information about our congregation, mission, and strengths and our future vision for our church to use in our Mission Study Report. We are asking for your important contribution by answering the following questions.

Personal Views and Beliefs

* Indicates required field

1. There is a sense of excitement in the church activities and future. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

2. There is a sense that problems between groups in the church are solved openly with mutual effort. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

3. Our members welcome changes in worship. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

4. Spirit in our congregation makes members want to get as involved as possible. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

5. When conversing with each other, our members listen to feelings as well as words and treat feelings as important. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

6. Church members appear to embrace differing opinions and beliefs. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

7. Members have opportunities for worship and education can fit into their complex lifestyles. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

8. Our church appears to rely on established ways of doing things. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

9. I have a sense of belonging to the church and we are encouraged to understand that we are all ministers of Christ and involved with the Mission of God. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

10. Our church accommodates those members with special needs. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

11. Appropriate Christian Education is provided to all age groups and stages of life. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

12. Our Church relies on our elected leaders and their interaction with church members when making important decisions. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

13. Our Church appears to be willing to adapt worship to meet the needs of people within our local communities. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

14. Our Church appears willing to change programs to meet the needs of the members. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

15. There is a sense of genuine care and concern for members in times of personal needs. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

16. Important decisions made by our leaders considers different approaches to the solution. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

17. Lay people are involved in leading and planning worship services. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

18. Church members are prepared to personally welcome guests to worship services. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

19. The music of our church is varied in style and accepted by the congregation. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

20. Elected leaders of our church are representative of the congregation (gender, age, length of membership, points of view). *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

21. Our church has opportunities for members to participate within the church, to the local community and even worldwide. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

22. Worship Services and Christian Education programs help the membership understand the teachings from the Bible *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

23. Our church supports our members by emphasizing they each make a difference in the church. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

24. FIVE POSITIONS ON BIBLICAL AUTHORITY Select the position (only one) you agree with the most . (Biblical Authority & Interpretation, A Resource Document Received by the 194th General Assembly (1982) of PCUSA *

POSITION - 1 The Bible, though written by individuals, has been so controlled by the Holy Spirit that it is without error in all it teaches in matters of science and history as well as in matters of theology. POSITION - 2 The Bible, though written by individuals and reflecting their personalities, has been so controlled by the Holy Spirit that it is trustworthy in matters of theology and ethics, but not necessarily in matters of science and history. POSITION - 3 All of the Bible is both the inspired word of God and at the same time a thoroughly human document. POSITION – 4 Portions of the Bible, including some of its theological and ethical positions may not be the inspired word of God. POSITION – 5 The Bible is merely a record of the moral and religious experiences of Hebrews and Christians.

Priorities Of Goals

25. Our church needs to apply additional energy to create opportunities for people to form meaningful relationships through small groups, nurtured friendships, shared meals, etc. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

26. Our church needs to apply additional energy to enlarge or improve the physical facilities to expand/enhance our ministries. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

27. Our church needs to apply additional energy to change or improve the music of the church to deepen our worship experience. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

28. Our church needs to apply additional energy to make necessary changes to attract families with children and youth to our church. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

29. Our church needs to apply additional energy to provide more opportunities for Christian Education and Spiritual Formation at every age and stage of life. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

30. Our church needs to apply additional energy to develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to reach new people and incorporate them into the life of the church. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

31. Our church needs to apply additional energy to provide more accessible opportunities to our members, such as, online education, early morning classes, lunch discussions, etc., given their pace and schedule of life , *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

32. Our church needs to apply additional energy to strengthen the support of persons in various ministries to enable them to use their specific interests and passions in work that is meaningful and celebrated *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

33. Our church needs to apply additional energy, to renew and revitalize the community around our church, by building coalitions with partners that share our vision and commitment. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

Participation In Church Life

34. On average, about how many times did you attend church worship during 2019? *

None 1 to 5 times 6 to 11 times Once a month Twice a month Three times a month Four times a month Every week I do not know

35. I am unable to attend church physically, but I care about the church’s mission and support the church with my time, talents, or treasures. *

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

36. Which church groups do you attend? *

UPW Men's Group Youth Group Adult Sunday School Survivors Choir Book Club VBS None

37. Indicate how many times during 2019 you participated in Session, Deacons, Boards, committees, and church groups such as choir, education, study group, Bible study, Youth Group, UPW, UPM, Book Club or Survivors (not counting church membership). *

None Once per month One time every other month 2-3 times a month Once per week Twice per week More than 2 times a week Do not know

38. How long have you been attending UPC, include years at either Pilgrim or Yardville churches? *

Less than 1 year 1 - 2 years 3 - 4 years 5 - 10 years 11 - 15 years 16 - 20 years Over 20 years

39. How far is your residence from the church ? *

less than 1 mile 5-8 blocks 1-2 miles 3-4 miles 5-9 miles 10-15 miles Over 15 miles

Choose One *

Option 1 Option 2 Option 3

Choose One *

Option 1 Option 2 Option 3

Demographics

42. How many people live in your household? *

One Two Three Four Five Over Five

43. How many people in your household are in each age group listed?

0-5 *

6-12 *

13-18 *

19-24 *

Over 25 *

44. Which generation are you a part of? *

Gen Z, iGen, or Centennials: Born 1996 and later Millennials or Gen Y: Born 1977-1995 Generation X: Born 1965 to 1976 Baby Boomers: Born 1946 to 1964 Traditionalists or Silent Generation: Born 1945 and before

45. Which gender do you identify with? *

Male Female Nonbinary Prefer not to answer

46. Which is your ethnicity? *

Option 1 Option 2 Option 3

Select your status: *

Employed Retired In School Other

Submit

"Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." Hebrews 13:8

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