Vital Congregations Resources

The United Methodist Church in Northern Virginia

Vital Congregations Resources

** Vital Congregations - free training for clergy and laity - on meeting your goals, sponsored by the Virginia Conference! Coming to Northern Virginia on May 12. Click here for more information and to download the brochure.

The mission of The United Methodist Church is to “Make Disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.” (Matt 28:18-20 & Matt 22:36-40) This mission is achieved through vital congregations that equip and empower people to be Disciples of Jesus Christ in their homes and communities around the world. - from www.umc.org

Across The United Methodist Church and the Virginia Conference, churches are becoming "Vital Congregations” by setting goals for the next four years in five key areas: Worship, Disciples, Small Groups, Mission Participants and Mission Giving.

Each church will submit its goals by March 1, 2012, and goals will be presented at General Conference. Click here for more information and planning guide.

Questions about this initiative can be directed either to your District Superintendent or to our Virginia Conference Resource:

Rev. Marc Brown 10330 Staples Mill Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060

All Things New: Meeting Your Vital Congregation Goals: Training Event
(for Bi-District Churches averaging up to 150 in attendance; but all are welcome)

May 12, 2012, 8:30 AM-1 PM
St. Matthew’s UMC
8617 Little River Turnpike, Annandale

Workshops will cover these areas: worship; professions of faith;
small groups; mission; and leadership.

For more info, contact Martha Stokes in the Conference Office or
see the details at this page on our website.

Website Resources:

Powerpoint Presentation for the Vital Congregations program

The Vital Congregations Website

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) About Goal Setting

Call To Action Website

The Lewis Center - Resources for Tracking Church Attendence/Trends

Video/Leadership Training Resources:

The Vital Congregations Overview

Goal Setting for Vital Congregations (webinar by Betsey Heavner, 43 minutes)

Dream with Us: a five-part film series designed for use in small groups to jump start the Vital Congregations process.

5001 Echols Avenue * Alexandria * Virginia * 22311
Telephone:703-820-7200 ~ Fax: 703-845-8147
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