A state-wide church body has invited you to consult with them on the design of a new outcomes measurement approach for mission. They have made significant investment into innovative projects in the last five years, but are finding it difficult to articulate what the outcome of this investment has been. The individual projects operate with different structures are at various stages of their development and have varying purposes. Reporting has been ad-hoc, or handled by local reference groups on the ground. There is a sense that each project would benefit from encouragement to think clearly about purpose, goals and outcomes and be able to communicate these in meaningful ways. In addition, the state-wide body is curious about setting up a broader strategic focus for the next 20 years and ensuring that any further funds are invested in projects that align with the strategic direction.
The group has already done some thinking, based on their experience and have come up with three potential approaches.
At the end of the consultation, you are asked to make a statement in the form of recommendations. Which approach will you recommend? Or will you propose a fourth option?
Approach A – Localised |
Approach B – Formalised |
Approach C – Relational |
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1. Number of under 35s involved in structured discipleship, including 1on1 mentoring. 2. Number of individuals actively contributing to ministry in some form and the types of activities they are engaged in. 3. Community partnerships – what active partnerships exist between the project and the local community. What is their form and focus and what is the current commitment of the project in each partnership.
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