How to Evaluate Your Church's Mission Statement

The Church Revitalization Podcast

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Welcome to Episode 223 of the Church Revitalization Podcast! In today's insightful episode, we delve deep into the heart of church mission statements, exploring their critical role in guiding and defining the purpose of a church community.

🎙️ Episode Highlights:

1. Understanding the Mandate of the Church: We kick off with a thought-provoking discussion on the fundamental mandate of the Church, exploring how our understanding shapes our mission and actions.

2. The Great Commission - Core of the Mission Statement: Delving into Matthew 28:19-20, we analyze how the Great Commission serves as the essential foundation for a compelling mission statement, emphasizing the need to make and mature disciples as a primary mission.

3. Balancing the Great Commission and the Great Commandment: We tackle the often-discussed balance between the Great Commission and the Great Commandment (Matthew 22). Discover how focusing on the Great Commission inherently fulfills the command to love God and love people.

4. Articulation and Clarity in Mission Statements: How well does your mission statement communicate the dual aspects of the Great Commission? We explore the importance of clear articulation and understanding in crafting an effective mission statement.

5. Simplicity and Memorability: Understand why a mission statement must be simple and memorable, resonating with your church’s culture and language, and how this impacts the engagement of your congregation.

6. Application and Practicality: We discuss the crucial aspect of not just having a mission statement but actively using it to guide all church ministries and activities. Learn how to align your church's actions with its stated mission.

🔍 In this Episode, You'll Discover:

• Why many churches struggle with ineffective or unknown mission statements.
• Insights into how the Great Commission should be the driving force behind your mission.
• Practical tips on evaluating and revitalizing your church's mission statement.
• Strategies for ensuring your mission statement is both understood and actively implemented.