Evangelism
W62: "Why is the United Church of Canada so Confusing? (And how this deters newcomers to the church)"
Wed, 07/28/2010 - 14:49 — BethelLeeI'm so sorry to those who asked me to post my presentation -- I've tried, but my PowerPoint is too large of a file to upload onto this site.
A Regional Vision for The United Church in the Lougheed Corridor
Tue, 05/18/2010 - 11:29 — richard.bottThis document was created to help the eight United Church congregations along the "Lougheed Corridor" of Westminster Presbytery in BC Conference.
It lays out an exploration of possibilities, starting from a place of discernment of values and ministry.
Greeters' Reminders
Wed, 05/12/2010 - 11:56 — richard.bottBased on information from a workshop led by Dave Anderson, and information from the Emerging Spirit program, St. Andrew's Haney UC put together a workshop for those people who felt called to greet on Sunday mornings.
While we can no longer find the outline of the workshop, this reminder sheet is still used.
Advertising & Signage style-guide
Sun, 05/09/2010 - 20:50 — richard.bottOne difficulty that churches sometimes have is making sure that the advertising 'face' they show to the wider community is easily recognizable, consistent, and easily reproduced. To help make sure that this part of our 'brand' was consistent, we drew up a style-guide for advertising and signage.
Communication / Attendance Sheet
Fri, 05/07/2010 - 23:47 — richard.bott(This sheet is based on a similar communications sheet used at Eagle Ridge United Church, Coquitlam, BC.)
At St. Andrew's Haney United Church, attendance is taken at worship, using this sheet. Clipboards are at the end of each pew with a stack of Communication Sheets and a pen.
If a regular participant is away for more than three Sunday's their Elder is asked to make contact, to make sure that everything is all right. As well, letters of welcome and thanks are sent to guests and newcomers based on the information on the form.
Alive and Well: Renewed Purpose for Healthier Congregations
Fri, 05/07/2010 - 11:37 — RobdalThis booklet presents seven "lenses" through which congregations and presbyteries can see with new eyes the gifts in their midst. It suggests an approach to discerning congregational health and vitality. It is to sharpen the congregations sense and clarity of mission. Anecdotes of vital congregational life draw on a broad experience, 'signs of life' in congregations across the United Church of Canada.
Philip & the Eunuch. A drama.
Thu, 05/06/2010 - 10:13 — richard.bottThis script was created at a “Faith Formation Retreat” for London, Hamilton and Toronto Conferences of The United Church of Canada. It was meant to be a “voice play” for two male voices (Philip, Eunuch). When it was first offered, each actor stepped forward when they were speaking, and spoke directly to the audience. When not speaking, each took a step back and 'disappeared' in the eyes of audience.
Into the Deep Water. A drama.
Thu, 05/06/2010 - 10:02 — richard.bottThis script was first created for London Conference of The United Church of Canada. The Conference was looking at the theme, “Put out into deep water”. The script was meant to be a “voice play” for three voices, with a fourth acting as
scripture reader.
The second version is a 'remix' when the voice-play was used during a gathering of The United Church of Canada / Roman Catholic Church in Canada Dialogue.
Wants to actions
Thu, 05/06/2010 - 09:36 — richard.bottA process for helping a group to recognize the spiritual and life needs of their affinity group (see the work of Dr. Reginald Bibby), envision ministries that can respond to those needs, and begin to name people in the congregation and wider community with gifts and passions for those ministries.
Purpose of the Church?
Thu, 05/06/2010 - 09:30 — richard.bottA workshop designed to help groups articulate their understanding of the purpose of the church, to explore some of the reasons why we would want to invite people into this faith community, and to explore some of the things that keep us from inviting.
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