Question of the Week 10/24/10: Results

247 people attended church on 10/24/10, 30 people chose to respond to the question of the week. The question was “What do you think is the best way for the church to receive input from its members about their opinions and thoughts about the future of our congregation?” More than one answer was allowed so all answers are represented below. Some of the possible answers included a suggestion box, survey, a specific meeting time once a month, small group meetings held at homes of members, email, and our blog.

6 All of the above ways are important
8 Suggestion box
6 Survey
12 Email
1 Website
3 Monthly meeting
2 Blog
3 Handouts at church services
3 Small groups at homes
2 Congregational Meeting
1 Mailings (but only for very important topics)
1 Short survey at the coffee hour
2 Periodic surveys to gauge mood and desire and reactions of members about a certain topic.

Some people included comments about various topics on this question. They are all included here.

It is important to provide timely feedback from a survey.

One person would appreciate more opportunities to speak with the pastor, suggested setting aside one day a month for a couple of hours where people could attend a “Meet the Pastor” style meeting.

One person didn’t like not having a seat at the 9am service due to the Sunday School taking up so many seats.

A member commented that even though we have meetings it is difficult to express feelings that may be met with opposition. This person believes the issue of our future-the property purchase, possible building, changes at 48 Greene Avenue, have created distinct, separate groups.