Christ United Methodist Church

A Closer Look:

Missions / Outreach

Wednesday, May 7, 2008
 

Tonight’s Agenda

Welcome & Introductions                            

Review of Survey Feedback                       

8 Questions which will cover:

                        Local hands-on opportunities

                        National Missions

                        International Missions

                        Social Justice                                               

Q & A                                                 

Closing Prayer
                                  

‘Sharing the Dream’ Goals:

Discern God’s direction for Christ Church by:

–   Understanding what is important to the congregation

–   Identifying potential areas for further discussion

–   Prayerful consideration of the process

Please list the 5 most important CUMC areas or programs to you.

1. Worship

2. Adult Education

3. Outreach

4. Children and Youth

5. Music

Upcoming Wednesday Evening Discussions

Final “Closer Look” Session May 14:   Building and Budget

CUMC

Vision Survey  Results

294 Completed Surveys!

88% of Surveys completed by CUMC Members

All Services Represented

Missions & Outreach Survey Results - Strengths

“I believe that CUMC is there to lend a hand and reach out to those in need…”

“The great variety of opportunities within the church for service, community outreach & help.”

“The diversity of outreach/service opportunities.”

“Our efforts to witness as God’s servants to the outside world via works of mission.”
 

Missions & Outreach Survey Results- Areas to Improve

“More involvement in local mission work    (i.e. in the US).”

“Outreach within the immediate South Hills suburbs.”

“We also need to offer opportunities for service that are not $$$ intense.”

Beginning the Dialogue: Questions for Discussion

Why do we do Missions?
 

What local hands-on projects interest you?

What family-oriented projects would you like?
 

In addition to restoration/construction work, what other national projects should we pursue?
 

In addition to Nyadire, what other countries would you like to see CUMC involved with?
 

What social justice issues should CUMC address?

What kinds of information would you like to know about Missions/Outreach?
 

What is the best way to share information about mission opportunities?

Any further questions or comments?  Please feel free to send them to: outreach@christumc.net

Christ United Methodist Church
 A Closer Look:

Building & Budget

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

7:00pm