HOLY TRINITY ST STEPHENS MEMORIAL
MISSION AND MINISTRY PLAN 2018 - 2022
Background
The Bishop of Huron has asked that every parish in the Diocese create a Mission and Ministry Plan for the 5 year period 2018-2022, to be submitted to Annual Vestry 2018 for approval and to the Diocese by March, 2018. The intent is to clearly identify our mission purpose and concrete goals to support that purpose.
A template was provided that all parishes were expected to use. It contains basic goals that must be met by all parishes. If the parish cannot meet them by the specified dates they must indicate the date by which they expect to reach the goal along with a plan for fulfilling the goal. Holy Trinity St Stephens Memorial (HTSSM) will meet the minimum goals set by the Diocese. In some areas existing programs and suggestions to enhance these goals have been made.
The template is divided into ten sections: five based on the Five Marks of Mission; evangelism, discipleship, service, transforming society, safeguarding and renewing the earth. The remaining five are Ministry and Leadership, Congregational Health, Long-term Future, Buildings, and Finances.
Evangelism
“To proclaim the Good News of the Kingdom” is to share the news that in Christ God is reconciling the world to himself (2 Cor. 5:19), in words. HTSSM will speak the Good News to the world around it.
· By December 2018 host an all member evangelism training event. Possible models include a video series or a single instructional event on the topic.
· By vestry 2019 identify the group(s) of people whom HTSSM hopes to reach out to with the “Good News.”
· By vestry 2022 undertake two evangelism activities designed to reach the identified group(s). Possible models include: hosting Messy church in a public place, offering a summer bible school, hosting community events.
· Enhancements:
o In 2018 establish a committee to spearhead the evangelism initiative.
o Encourage all members and parish groups to invite people to HTSSM at every opportunity, either verbally or in writing.
o Publicize worship services, programs, social events and fundraisers beyond parish
o Continue to be a warm welcoming parish and build relationships with newcomers.
Discipleship
“To teach, baptize and nurture new believers” and, indeed, all believers, is the work of discipleship. HTSSM will foster the Christian development of new participants, long-time members, and everyone in between.
· In 2018 HTSSM will host a Lenten formation series such as the “Five Marks of Love”
· In 2018 HTSSM will continue to offer opportunities for small groups to meet regularly for prayer and bible study.
· Clergy will require substantial baptismal preparation. Including a clear explanation and understanding of baptismal meanings and promises
· Enhancements:
o Explore daytime study groups
o Continue to offer and promote dinner church
Service
“To respond to human need by loving service.” HTSSM will care for those in need in our community and beyond.
· In 2018 Participate in at least one ongoing community-oriented charitable service activity
· HTSSM will continue to serve in the following areas
o Southdale Chaplaincy
o St Paul’s daily bread program
o Bread program
o School lunches
o Clothing programs
o Music at Dearness Home
o Gift card program
Transforming Society
“To seek to transform unjust structures of society, to challenge violence of every kind, and to pursue peace and reconciliation” HTSSM will strive to educate and embolden its members to build a just, peaceful and harmonious society.
· In 2018 host/participate in an educational event on the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
· For 2018 HTSSM has appointed a contact person for the Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund
· Enhancements:
o Explore the pairing with an indigenous parish
o Heighten member understanding and needed actions to transform society by inviting community leaders to speak in place of the sermon. Such as Indigenous elders, Women’s rights, Child abuse, LGBTQ, Mental health
Safeguarding and Renewing the Earth
“Safeguard the integrity of creation”
· In 2018 HTSSM will conduct a green assessment of the parish buildings and decrease the use of electricity and water
· Enhancements:
o Continuing the current pop can recycling program
o Participation in reforestation programs
o Inviting environmental speakers
o Explore use of motion sensors in various rooms
Ministry and Leadership
· Both wardens and council will meet monthly
· Every Parish Council meeting will include prayers and scripture readings
· Nominations to council will be recommended by parishioners
· HTSSM will participate in life of the Deanery and Diocese
· HTSSM will participate in Warden and Treasurer training
· Enhancement:
o Strive to improve both internal and external communications
Congregational Health
· Comply with safe church practices
· Ensure policies and procedures on bullying and harassment are normal aspects of parish life
· Ensure broadly based decision making
· Ensure regular opportunities for fellowship and community building
Long Term Future
· Complete Mission and Ministry Plan
o Due date: Annual Vestry 2018
Buildings
HTSSM will:
· Submit to the Diocese on the forms provided, by March 31, 2018, a Property Condition Matrix for all buildings in the parish’s care.
Building issues that will be addressed within the next five years are:
· New Holy Trinity chapel in main floor of church
· Restructure layout of pews and chairs
· Create storage space in balcony area
· New lawn sign
· Repair flat roof above Parish lounge in 1-2 years
· Assess and as necessary replace windows in lounge and church
· Kitchen Reno
Estimated cost to address building issues is $30,000
Finance
HTSSM will:
· Set a balanced budget for 2018 and thereafter
· Ensure apportionment and Clergy costs are paid monthly
· In 2018 conduct a Parish conversation and awareness about finances with a five year projection of giving and expenses
The Motion:
Motion: “The Vestry of Holy Trinity St. Stephens Memorial approve the Mission and Ministry Plan 2018 – 2022 as presented in this document subject to review and changes at annual or special Vestry meetings during the term of the plan.”
Moved by: Harry Harris, Rector’s Warden
Seconded by: Rick Pritchett, People’s Warden
MISSION AND MINISTRY PLAN 2018 - 2022
Background
The Bishop of Huron has asked that every parish in the Diocese create a Mission and Ministry Plan for the 5 year period 2018-2022, to be submitted to Annual Vestry 2018 for approval and to the Diocese by March, 2018. The intent is to clearly identify our mission purpose and concrete goals to support that purpose.
A template was provided that all parishes were expected to use. It contains basic goals that must be met by all parishes. If the parish cannot meet them by the specified dates they must indicate the date by which they expect to reach the goal along with a plan for fulfilling the goal. Holy Trinity St Stephens Memorial (HTSSM) will meet the minimum goals set by the Diocese. In some areas existing programs and suggestions to enhance these goals have been made.
The template is divided into ten sections: five based on the Five Marks of Mission; evangelism, discipleship, service, transforming society, safeguarding and renewing the earth. The remaining five are Ministry and Leadership, Congregational Health, Long-term Future, Buildings, and Finances.
Evangelism
“To proclaim the Good News of the Kingdom” is to share the news that in Christ God is reconciling the world to himself (2 Cor. 5:19), in words. HTSSM will speak the Good News to the world around it.
· By December 2018 host an all member evangelism training event. Possible models include a video series or a single instructional event on the topic.
· By vestry 2019 identify the group(s) of people whom HTSSM hopes to reach out to with the “Good News.”
· By vestry 2022 undertake two evangelism activities designed to reach the identified group(s). Possible models include: hosting Messy church in a public place, offering a summer bible school, hosting community events.
· Enhancements:
o In 2018 establish a committee to spearhead the evangelism initiative.
o Encourage all members and parish groups to invite people to HTSSM at every opportunity, either verbally or in writing.
o Publicize worship services, programs, social events and fundraisers beyond parish
o Continue to be a warm welcoming parish and build relationships with newcomers.
Discipleship
“To teach, baptize and nurture new believers” and, indeed, all believers, is the work of discipleship. HTSSM will foster the Christian development of new participants, long-time members, and everyone in between.
· In 2018 HTSSM will host a Lenten formation series such as the “Five Marks of Love”
· In 2018 HTSSM will continue to offer opportunities for small groups to meet regularly for prayer and bible study.
· Clergy will require substantial baptismal preparation. Including a clear explanation and understanding of baptismal meanings and promises
· Enhancements:
o Explore daytime study groups
o Continue to offer and promote dinner church
Service
“To respond to human need by loving service.” HTSSM will care for those in need in our community and beyond.
· In 2018 Participate in at least one ongoing community-oriented charitable service activity
· HTSSM will continue to serve in the following areas
o Southdale Chaplaincy
o St Paul’s daily bread program
o Bread program
o School lunches
o Clothing programs
o Music at Dearness Home
o Gift card program
Transforming Society
“To seek to transform unjust structures of society, to challenge violence of every kind, and to pursue peace and reconciliation” HTSSM will strive to educate and embolden its members to build a just, peaceful and harmonious society.
· In 2018 host/participate in an educational event on the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
· For 2018 HTSSM has appointed a contact person for the Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund
· Enhancements:
o Explore the pairing with an indigenous parish
o Heighten member understanding and needed actions to transform society by inviting community leaders to speak in place of the sermon. Such as Indigenous elders, Women’s rights, Child abuse, LGBTQ, Mental health
Safeguarding and Renewing the Earth
“Safeguard the integrity of creation”
· In 2018 HTSSM will conduct a green assessment of the parish buildings and decrease the use of electricity and water
· Enhancements:
o Continuing the current pop can recycling program
o Participation in reforestation programs
o Inviting environmental speakers
o Explore use of motion sensors in various rooms
Ministry and Leadership
· Both wardens and council will meet monthly
· Every Parish Council meeting will include prayers and scripture readings
· Nominations to council will be recommended by parishioners
· HTSSM will participate in life of the Deanery and Diocese
· HTSSM will participate in Warden and Treasurer training
· Enhancement:
o Strive to improve both internal and external communications
Congregational Health
· Comply with safe church practices
· Ensure policies and procedures on bullying and harassment are normal aspects of parish life
· Ensure broadly based decision making
· Ensure regular opportunities for fellowship and community building
Long Term Future
· Complete Mission and Ministry Plan
o Due date: Annual Vestry 2018
Buildings
HTSSM will:
· Submit to the Diocese on the forms provided, by March 31, 2018, a Property Condition Matrix for all buildings in the parish’s care.
Building issues that will be addressed within the next five years are:
· New Holy Trinity chapel in main floor of church
· Restructure layout of pews and chairs
· Create storage space in balcony area
· New lawn sign
· Repair flat roof above Parish lounge in 1-2 years
· Assess and as necessary replace windows in lounge and church
· Kitchen Reno
Estimated cost to address building issues is $30,000
Finance
HTSSM will:
· Set a balanced budget for 2018 and thereafter
· Ensure apportionment and Clergy costs are paid monthly
· In 2018 conduct a Parish conversation and awareness about finances with a five year projection of giving and expenses
The Motion:
Motion: “The Vestry of Holy Trinity St. Stephens Memorial approve the Mission and Ministry Plan 2018 – 2022 as presented in this document subject to review and changes at annual or special Vestry meetings during the term of the plan.”
Moved by: Harry Harris, Rector’s Warden
Seconded by: Rick Pritchett, People’s Warden