Over the last several years our church has grown, bringing new people with new needs and interests. The church board, along with our pastors, feels that our current staffing pattern is not sufficient (Beth – ½ time; Betty – ¼ time; Joanie, Christian Education Coordinator, 5 hours per week for 9 months; Renee, Secretary, 10 hours per week; Sue, Music Director, approximately 5 hours per week).

We’d like to ask your help in deciding our future direction. Please take a few moments to answer the following survey (SOAP – Strengths, Opportunities for Improvement, Areas of Improvement, Perceived Obstacles). Members, friends and visitors at the June 9th service filled this out and discussed it as part of the sermon/meditation time. We are hoping for as much input as possible. Please return this to us by Friday, June 28th so we can collate all the responses and have them ready for our next meeting with consultant Stan Dueck from the Church of the Brethren. Thanks for your help!

Peace,

Rev. Beth Rev. Betty

Columbia United Christian Church

'SOAP' Survey

The following survey is designed to solicit your feedback in areas where you think CUCC is doing well, areas for improvement, suggestions for new ideas & programs, opportunities the Church may pursue, and provide feedback on any concerns you may want to share or perceived obstacles that deserve further attention.

Name (optional): ________________________________

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1. Please describe our 'Strengths'. What programs, services, activities are already in place that work for us?

2. Please list the 'Opportunities' the Church may pursue to increase its presence, effectiveness in the community. What are the major opportunities we can use to our advantage?

3. Please describe any 'Areas of Improvement'. Most of us have goals such as losing a few pounds, engaging in personal development activities such as reading, learning a new language, home improvement projects, etc. Please identify the areas where you think the Church could improve. What do we need to do to complete this objective?

4. Please list any 'Perceived Obstacles', concerns or suggestions you may have. What items may require or deserve attention by CUCC?