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Easy Guide to Developing the Climate and Culture of a Church or Ministry
by Donald Barrett Developing the Culture of a Church or Ministry Authored by Dr. Donald K. Barrett The Importance of Church Culture: The Culture of a church can be defined as the actions and the behaviors we desire to continuously replicate throughout all of the Ministries; Worship Experiences, Programs and Services. Creating a Culture of Friendliness Leviticus 19:34 o Description- A ministry must go above and beyond in the area of friendliness and hospitality so that each guest receives this excellent treatment o Actions-Welcoming to all, speaking to others, joyfully greeting others, introducing oneself to newcomers, befriending newcomers, initiating conversation and dialogue, simply being hospitable. Creating a Culture of Excellence Philippians 1:10 o Description- A ministry must go above and beyond in the area of excellence so that each and every thing done in the area of ministry and service reflects the excellence of God o Actions- Doing the right thing, right repeatedly, Being on time, being responsible, being prepared, being an example, being a team player. Being committed and faithful. Always doing your best, going above and beyond. Focusing on the details that make a difference. Giving consistently, freely and generously of tithes, offerings and special gifts to support the work of ministry. Creating a Culture of Discipleship II Peter 3:18 o Description- A ministry must strive to become disciples of Christ. In so doing, learn to consistently display the characteristics of Christ o Actions- Seeking to be discipled, learning to disciple others, through faithful attendance at Church and Bible Study, studious during bible study, note taking during sermons and bible study, Faithful attendance at Sunday School. Creating a Culture of Engagement St. John 4:23 o Description- A ministry must take on the role of active participators in the worship experience rather than spectators. o Actions- Membership participating in the worship. Standing and joining in during worship. Attentive and saying amen to announcements. Worshipping during worship, Proactive during meet and greet, Attentive during the word, note takers, participating in the time of giving, joyfully giving tithes and offerings. Creating a Culture of Excitement and Enthusiasm Colossians 3:23 o Description- A ministry must become "Zealous" about the things of Christ- Actively and unreservedly enthusiastic. That is excited & enthused, demonstrating this to others o Actions- Hearty applause, spontaneous reactions such as frequent standing ovations. Standing to support the Pastor, speakers and others who are ministering. Demonstrating frequent vocal and physical responses. Demonstrating excitement and enthusiasm Authored by: Dr. Donald K. Barrett Copyright 2012 All Rights Reserved Article Source: http://www.faithwriters.com |