Parish Questionnaire - Church of the Holy Trinity, Guildwood
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a) Parish Questionnaire - Church of the Holy Trinity, Guildwood
One of the first tasks of the Parish Selection Committee for a New Incumbent is to draft a parish profile. The parish profile has a variety of types of information about the Church and its parishioners - everything from demographics and information about our facilities to our current practices and dreams for the future. There is a set template for parish profiles that Churches can build their information from. Some of the following questions come from that template; others are ones we have added to give us some more information with which to develop a full picture of your thoughts and interests.
We would like to encourage all family members over the age of 13 to fill in a questionnaire. If you need more copies, please feel free to photocopy the questionnaire or to pick up extra copies at the Church. You do not have to identify yourself by putting your name on the questionnaire but you may do so, if you wish. No individual's comments will be revealed using the contributor's name.
MAKE YOUR OPINIONS COUNT. Please return your questionnaire to the Church by March 4.
Demographic questions
I have been a member of the Church of the Holy Trinity, Guildwood for _. _fewer than 5 years __ 5-10 years __ 11-15 years __ 16-20 years __ 21 years or more lam __ male __ female
I fit into the following age group
13-19 __ 20-25 __ 26- 35 __ 36-50 __ 51-60 __ Over 60
Do you have children? __ Yes __ No
If yes, what ages are they?
Do you live within the parish boundaries?
Attendance and involvement
How frequently do you usually attend worship services? __ Fewer than five times a year __ 5-11 times a year __ Once a month __ 2 times a month __ 3 times or more a month
Are you involved in any organizations/committees in the Church or do you hold any Church office? __ Yes __ No
Has your involvement in the Church increased, decreased or stayed about the same in the past 5 years? __ Increased __ Decreased __ Stayed about the same
If your participation has increased, which of the following are reasons for that?
__ More time available __ Because of children __ Accepted office or other new responsibility in the Church __ Better health __ Stronger faith __ More positive attitude toward the parish __ Other (please explain)
If your participation has decreased, which of the following are reasons for that?
__ Less time available __ Because of children __ Given up office or other responsibility in the Church __ Health problems __ Decreased faith __ More negative attitude toward the parish __ Other (please explain)
Would you like to participate in faith related activities such as AWARE (Anglican Women Alive, Renewed and Enriched), FLAME (Fellowship and Learning for Anglican Men's Enrichment), Cursillo (helping people understand their individual callings to be Christian leaders), Bishops' Prayer Conference, Toronto Prayer Breakfast, etc?
__ Yes No __ I might if I knew more about them
Is it important to you to be included and to be able to include others you care about in the Prayers of the People and the Parish Cycle of Prayer?
__ Yes __ No
Is it meaningful to you to provide flowers for the altar in memory of loved ones or in thanksgiving for blessing?
__ Yes __ No
Mission, Leadership, Growth and the Future
Listed below are a number of tasks that a church is likely to perform. Please respond to each item by indicating whether you feel the parish needs to give it more emphasis, whether you are generally satisfied with the parish's current performance of the task, or whether you feel the task currently receives too much emphasis. (Place an X in the appropriate space.) If you do not have an opinion on an individual item, leave it blank. Providing worship that Receives provides a meaningful Generally Too Much experience Satisfactor Emphasis y Providing worship that expresses the Gospel in contemporary language and forms [ ]
Providing Christian education for children and youth
Providing Christian education programs for adults [
Helping members deepen their ] personal, spiritual relationship with God [
Needs More Emphasis
Needs Generally Receives More Satisfactory Too Much Emphasis Emphasis
Engaging in acts of charity and [ ] [ ] [ ] service to persons in need Providing evangelical outreach [ ] [ ] [ ] to community members who do not have an affiliation with a church Encouraging members to act [ ] [ on the relationship of the Christian faith to social, political and economic issues Providing a caring ministry for [ ] [ ] [ ] the sick, shut-ins and the bereaved Providing pastoral counseling [ ] [ ] [ ] to help members deal with personal problems Providing fellowship [ ] [ ] opportunities for members Helping members understand [ their use of money, time and talents as expressions of Christian stewardship Supporting the global mission [ ] [ ] [ ] of the Anglican Church Helping members discover their [ ] [ ] [ ] own gifts for ministry and service Participating in activities [ ] [ ] [ and programs with other local religious groups Expressing our denominational [ ] [ ] [ ] he ritage/tradition Needs Generally Receives More Satisfactory Too Much Emphasis Emphasis
Welcoming newcomers and [ ] ] Incorporating them into the life of the parish
Use of parish programs for baptism, confirmation and [ marriage preparation to ] encourage church attendance
All congregations have an identity, or sense of who they are, that all members share in and yet individual members have their own opinions. Please rate your agreement or disagreement with the following statements from your perspective as an individual looking at the parish's overall identity and vision. (Place an X in the appropriate space.) If you do not have an opinion on an individual item, leave it blank.
Page 5 of 12 In order to carry out its tasks, every church must deal with certain organizational issues, such as making decisions, sharing information, and developing resources. Listed below are a number of statements describing such issues. To what extent do you agree or disagree that each statement describes Holy Trinity? (Place an X in the appropriate space.) If you do not have an opinion on an individual item, leave it blank.
Strongly Agree Slightly Disagree Agree Agree
Members are well informed [] [ ] ] ] about what the various committees and groups in the church are doing.
The activities taking place in the [] [] [] [ congregation are well publicized to the surrounding community.
Study of the needs of the [] [] [] [ congregation and the community is regularly undertaken as the basis for church planning.
Members and groups get a lot of support and encouragement for trying something new in the congregation.
Members are encouraged to [' ] [ discover their particular gifts for ministry and service.
Every member who is capable [ [ ] ] and interested has an equal opportunity to hold key leadership positions.
Important decisions about the ] life of the parish are rarely made without open discussion by church leaders and members.
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\ Strongly Agree Slightly Disagree Agree Agree
Disagreements and conflicts are [ dealt with openly rather than hushed up or hidden behind closed doors.
Members help each other out in [ ] times of trouble.
Cooperative programs with [ ] ] churches of other denominations are highly valued in our parish.
The parish has the fiscal resources for current and future ministry [] [ ] [ [ ] [ The current morale of our parish [ ] [ ] membership is high. [ ]
There is a sense of excitement among members about our [ ] church's future.
Use the scales listed below to answer the following questions.
Part a) of questions Part b) of questions 1= not well 2= 1 = not important okay 2= somewhat important 3= well 3= important 4= very well 4= very important
Worship is rooted in our Anglican heritage and makes use of a wide range of resources, old and new.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4
Music, the spoken word, movement and other arts are employed in ways that make worship meaningful for the worshippers and a worthy gift to God.
b) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 c) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4
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I' , \ . People of all ages are actively engaged in the liturgy - praying, responding, singing, listening.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4
People attend regularly.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4 The parish is involved in compassionate outreach in the local community and beyond. a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4
The neighbourhood is kept well informed of activities and opportunities offered by the Church.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4
There are opportunities for fellowship for all ages.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4
A variety of people are involved in pastoral care ministries, such as visiting newcomers, Parish Nursing, etc.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 4 3
People are made to feel welcome and newcomers are integrated into the parish.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 4 3
There are opportunities for people to share their faith and discover where God is working in their own lives.
a) How important is this to you? 1 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 4 2 3
Page 8 of 12 There is ongoing stewardship education. a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4
The sermon is seen as an opportunity for teaching and learning.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4 People understand Christian education as an integral part of their Christian life.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4
The parish promotes lay leadership: people share responsibility and leadership.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4
The parish helps people identify and develop their gifts for ministry.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4
Adequate training and support is provided for people to carry out the ministries they have undertaken.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4
New leaders are regularly identified and integrated into leadership roles.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4
Our management structure is effective in seeing a vision for Holy Trinity, setting goals and carrying through with action. b)a) Howhow importantwell are we is thisachieving to you? this goal?
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The parish has clearly understood and accepted goals and a plan for accomplishing them.
a) how important is this to you? b) How well are we achieving this goal?
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There is acceptance of diversity of opinion and openness to people of different backgrounds.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 2 3 1
Buildings and facilities are maintained and enhanced in keeping with the needs of the people and the financial realities of the situation.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4
There is appropriate and responsible use of financial and physical resources.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 3 4 2
The Church officials and Management Team listen to the opinions and concerns of the congregation.
a) How important is this to you? 1 2 3 4 b) How well are we achieving this goal? 1 2 3 4
In thinking about a new incumbent, how important is each pastoral function to you on a scale of 1-5, where 5 is extremelv important and 1 is unimportant. Teaches and works directly with adults in adult religious education classes and/or seminars 1 2 3 4 5 Participates in community projects and organizations such as school advisory councils, community associations 1 2 3 4 5 Ministers to the sick, dying and bereaved 1 2 3 4 5
Leads public worship 1 2 3 4 5
Works with Management Team and Committees 1 2 3 4 5 Accepts speaking engagements with community groups and for special occasions with media 1 2 3 4 5
Oversees church office activities, church bulletins, 1 2 3 4 5 correspondence, records, etc Page 10 of 12
, d) Tries to maintain harmony and enable a ministry 1 2 3 4 5 of reconciliation
Visits new residents and encourages parish growth 1 2 3 4 5
Counsels people about their personal problems 1 2· 3 4 5
Follows a disciplined program of personal continued education 1 2 3 4 5 Teaches and works directly with children, visits Sunday School, conducts intergenerational services 1 2 3 4 5 Assists victims of social neglect, injustice and 1 2 3 4 5 prejudice; cooperation with social services and charitable programs Teaches and works directly with young people in classes and/or youth groups 1 2 3 4 5
Talks with individuals about their spiritual 1 2 3 4 5 development, religious life and beliefs Participates in denominational activities and conferences 1 2 3 4 5
Fosters fellowship at church gatherings 1 2 3 4 5
Maps out objectives and plans overall church 1 2 3 4 5 strategy and programs Interests capable people in church activities; recruits, trains and assists lay leadership 1 2 3 4 5 Visits regularly in the homes of the congregation 1 2 3 4 5
Counsels people facing major life decisions such as marriage 1 2 3 4 5 Supplies new ideas for activities and projects 1 2 3 4 5
Promotes enthusiasm for church activities 1 2 3 4 5
Please go back and place a dot beside the five statements regarding expectations of an incumbent that are most important to you.
Page 11 of 12 Other comments. Please let us know if there is anything else that you want to say about the parish as it is or as you would like it to be.
Thank-you for taking the time to complete this questionnaire.
The Parish Selection Committee Ellen Anderson Martin Laryea Una Mawson Peter Price Patricia Eastman (chairperson) Victor Gough
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