Development and evaluation of an envisioning process for use in the definition of a mission statement.

James H Reiter

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Development and evaluation of an envisioning process for use in the definition of a mission statement.

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James H Reiter. Development and Evaluation of an Envisioning Process for Use In the Definition of a Mission Statement. Perkins School of Theology Southern Methodist University. rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/f6faf6a0-5af9-4913-a0fe-b29278e29135.

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James H Reiter. Development and Evaluation of an Envisioning Process for Use In the Definition of a Mission Statement. Perkins School of Theology Southern Methodist University. https://rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/f6faf6a0-5af9-4913-a0fe-b29278e29135.

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Two hypotheses guided the project at Highlands United Methodist Church: that church administration is most effective when planning from a defined statement of mission; and, that purpose is best defined through a process which allows individuals to uncover and amend the images which shape belief and action. The practicum was conducted over a five-month period, being focused in the work of a ten-member task force. After an initial phase of spiritual preparation, task force members were encouraged to define the congregation's 'ideal' mission through a modification of Richard Broholm's 'envisioning process.' Congregational convocations helped the group refine its work for final presentation to the official church council. Research hints at the value of a mission statement, management by objective, and the envisioning process in church administration. More clearly demonstrated, though, were: the importance of spiritual devotion in administration; and, the dialectical nature of practical theology.

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