Strategic planning provides congregations with a process and tools for developing a realistic and executable Strategic Ministry Plan. Unlike secular strategic planning which starts with a human leader’s vision for the organization, strategic planning for congregations focuses on working collectively to discerning the Lord’s vision, purpose, and mission for the congregation in its present context.

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Serving in God’s Mission Quick Guide

This quick guide provides a brief overview of the “Serving in God’s Mission” (SGM) resource. SGM is focused on equipping congregational leaders and members for developing and implementing an executable Strategic Ministry Plan. In addition to providing information on the SGM module, the quick guide includes information on how to acquire SGM materials.

Rural and Small-Town Mission Webinar: The Value of Strategic Planning

The Rev. Todd Kollbaum, Director of LCMS Rural and Small-Town Mission, introduces the topic of strategic planning and its value in the church in this 60-minute webinar.

Rural and Small-Town Mission Webinar: Keeping the Ball Rolling with Strategic Planning

The Rev. Dr. Lee Hagan presents part two of a three-part series on strategic planning: Keeping the Ball Rolling with Strategic Planning.

Rural and Small-Town Mission Webinar: Follow Through with Strategic Planning

The Rev. Aaron Witt wraps up the discussion on strategic planning by addressing how to follow through once the ball is rolling.

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