Get Mbc Congregational Self-study Form

The MBC Congregational Self-Study Form is an essential tool for gathering input from church members during the pastoral search process. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to help you complete the form efficiently and effectively.

Follow the steps to complete the form successfully.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the MBC Congregational Self-Study Form and open it in your chosen editor.
2. Begin by providing your basic information. Indicate your sex, age, and the number of years you have been a member or attendee of the church, as this demographic information is crucial for the committee.
3. In the 'Strengths' section, identify three or more areas where you believe the church excels in meeting your needs or the needs of others. Provide detailed responses.
4. For the 'Weaknesses or Challenges' section, highlight areas where you feel the church is not fulfilling needs adequately, and specify any unresolved problems you think should be addressed.
5. Explore the 'Future Area of Ministry' section and suggest any ministries the church should consider developing over the next five to ten years, along with how you think the next pastor could support your growth.
6. In the 'Priorities' section, rank various pastoral activities by circling '1' for the activities you consider most important and '4' for those least important, which will help the committee understand the congregation's priorities.
7. Fill in the 'QUALITIES OUR NEXT PASTOR SHOULD HAVE' section by listing the essential qualities that you believe are important for the next pastor based on the church's strengths, weaknesses, and future needs.
8. Take a moment to provide any additional comments or suggestions in the 'Further Comments' section to ensure your voice is heard.
9. Once you have completed the form, review your answers for clarity and completeness.
10. To finalize your response, either save your changes, download the form for personal records, print it for submission, or share it with the appropriate committee member.

We encourage you to take action and provide your input by completing the MBC Congregational Self-Study Form online today.