Description & Rationale

Having the appropriate structure or form in order to accomplish ministry goals is essential. While these forms (like wineskins) need to always remain flexible, the “how” of ministry is as important as the “what.” The key is to align the values of the leaders and members of the organization with the models of ministry that will best fulfill the purpose of the organization. Misunderstanding the importance of utilizing appropriate models will lead to frustration in the leadership and a lack of purpose in the organization. Consequently, it is critical for the effective leader to be able to evaluate ministry models in the context of the values and purpose of the organization.

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Syllabus: 5.30 Ministry Models

5.31 Syllabus

Description and Rationale

Having the appropriate structure or form in order to accomplish ministry goals is essential. While these forms (like wineskins) need to always remain flexible, the “how” of ministry is as important as the “what.” The key is to align the values of the leaders and members of the organization with the models of ministry that will best fulfill the purpose of the organization. Misunderstanding the importance of utilizing appropriate models will lead to frustration in the leadership and a lack of purpose in the organization. Consequently, it is critical for the effective leader to be able to evaluate ministry models in the context of the values and purpose of the organization.

Objectives

Upon completion of this Competency the candidate should:

• Have a greater understanding and appreciation of various ministry models and how they can best be used to fulfill common ministry purposes.
• Be able to communicate with their team these concepts and be able to lead them in determining the best models for their ministry.
• Have begun to introduce the Flow Chart to their organization and implement their findings.
• Have an accountability partner or mentor who can guide them as they implement changes.

Core Requirements

• The candidate will complete the following readings:

Mentoring thru Intentional Relationships, Guide 2, Chapter 4.3, pp. 147-168; 209-215.
Discipling thru Intentional Relationships, Guide 1, Chapter 4.0, pp. 73-87.

• The candidate will complete the Ministry Models Assessment questions and be prepared to discuss their responses with their mentor.
• The candidate will also complete a 2-3 page reflective summary and proposal paper.

Mentoring Goals

• To help the candidate become aware of the broad ministry models and apply this to their own ministry context.
• To guide the candidate in the implementation of any changes that may need to occur in their ministry as a result of this chapter.
• Using the Candidate Evaluation and other resources provided, the mentor will design a development plan for the candidate in order to achieve greater competency in understanding and implementing ministry models.

Candidate Evaluation

• The candidate will be evaluated as to their level of development in this competency (Undeveloped, Developed, or Proficient). Using the chart provided, the mentor will facilitate a discussion regarding their understanding and implementation of ministry models within their particular context.

Development Plan

• Based upon the Candidate Evaluation, an appropriate development plan will be designed to help the candidate implement the principles from this competency.
• This will include further work from the core readings, additional comprehensive learning, supplemental assignments, and various practicums.