Congregation Survey Results and Insights

The survey results provide valuable insights into the congregation's demographics, levels of engagement, and sense of belonging. The data covers aspects such as education level, age distribution, attendance patterns, and perceptions of community cohesion. It emphasizes the importance of participation in ministry for fostering a sense of belonging and connection within the congregation.

• Congregation
• Survey Results
• Insights
• Demographics
• Engagement

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1. Survey Results Welcome Mission Partners!! and Conversation

2. Pastor Rob Welcome and Introductory Remarks

4. This is the beginning of discovery and discernment, not the end of it. It is not designed to tell you what to do, but to reveal where energy and resources can be more effectively placed. This is an assessment of your ministry s current state and prompts some imagination about your church s path forward.

5. Total Respondent Base 144 Education Level Less than a high school diploma A high school diploma Some college or vocational training A college degree A graduate degree 2% 13% 27% 38% 19% Age Under 35 35 - 54 55 - 74 75 and Over 14% 43% 34% 9% Tenure at the Congregation Under 6 Years: 6 -10 Years: 10 Years or More: 35% 23% 42%

6. Attendance Distance to Church Nearly every week Once or twice per month Once or twice every few months Only on special occasions Hardly ever 68% 22% 6% 2% 1% Less than 1 mile 1 to 2 miles 3 to 5 miles 6 to 10 miles More than 10 miles 9% 8% 36% 24% 23% Children Under 18 in Household Yes No 47% 53%

10. BELONGING 1B) I feel a greater sense of belonging in this congregation the more I participate in its ministries. Neither Agree nor Disagree 17% Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 3% 35% 46% 1E) In this congregation, I am part of something bigger than myself. Neither Agree nor Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree Disagree 10% 0% 2% 37% 51%

11. BELONGING 1G) I would describe this congregation as a cohesive community. Neither Agree nor Disagree 10% Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 1% 6% 53% 30% 1H) I see myself as an integral part of this congregation. Neither Agree nor Disagree 25% Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 3% 8% 41% 24%

12. EXCITEMENT 1A) I believe this congregation is making a difference in people's lives. Neither Agree nor Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 3% 0% 28% 69% 1C) I like telling others about what is going on at this congregation. Neither Agree nor Disagree 16% Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 1% 45% 38%

13. EXCITEMENT 1D) Participating in this congregation energizes me. Neither Agree nor Disagree 10% Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 1% 3% 46% 40% 1F) I enjoy inviting people I know to worship at this congregation. Neither Agree nor Disagree 27% Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 2% 38% 33%

14. CULTURE Permeability Respect Trust

15. CULTURE Permeability 3C) I feel like a valued part of this congregation. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree nor Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 2% 6% 18% 45% 28% 3D) It is easy to engage with the ministries of this congregation. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 1% 6% 15% 45% 33%

16. CULTURE Respect 3E) In this congregation, sharing a difference of opinion is welcomed. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree nor Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 2% 10% 30% 44% 15% 3F) Congregational members learn from the diversity of people who participate in this congregation. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 7% 27% 46% 20%

17. CULTURE Trust 3A) Congregational leaders are transparent in their decision-making. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree nor Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 1% 8% 24% 44% 23% 3B) Leaders in this congregation manage the finances effectively. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 1% 17% 46% 35%

18. CULTURE Trust 3G) When making decisions, the leadership represents the desires of the congregation. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 1% 3% 30% 47% 19%

19. Comments/Thoughts Pastor Rob Your Questions or Observations

20. MINISTRY PRACTICE Faith Integration Clarity of Purpose Faith Formation Connectedness Inspiration

21. MINISTRY PRACTICE Faith Integration 2E) My faith informs my daily behaviors. Strongly Disagree Neither Agree nor Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 1% 11% 54% 33% 2I) Faith is a part of my entire life. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 1% 8% 44% 47%

22. MINISTRY PRACTICE Faith Integration 2J) What I experience at church influences my life throughout the week. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 4% 11% 50% 35%

23. MINISTRY PRACTICE Clarity of Purpose 2D) Our sense of mission is an important component for decision- making in this congregation. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree nor Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 0% 12% 46% 42% 2H) As a congregation, we have a clear sense of our purpose. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 1% 12% 53% 34%

24. MINISTRY PRACTICE Clarity of Purpose 2M) I believe in the mission of this congregation. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 1% 4% 40% 55%

25. MINISTRY PRACTICE Faith Formation 2A) Outreach opportunities in this congregation are important to my faith development. Neither Agree nor Disagree 20% Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 3% 52% 24% 2G) Being involved in a group in this congregation is important to my faith development. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 1% 3% 31% 31% 34%

26. MINISTRY PRACTICE Faith Formation 2K) The worship experience in this congregation plays an important role in nurturing my faith. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 1% 4% 5% 49% 41% 2N) Participating in this congregation s educational opportunities is important to my faith development. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 6% 25% 38% 31%

27. MINISTRY PRACTICE Connectedness 2B) There are opportunities to develop deeper relationships in this congregation. Neither Agree nor Disagree 6% Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 1% 4% 55% 35% 2L) When we do ministry in this congregation we are all on the same team. Neither Agree nor Disagree 17% Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 2% 3% 47% 31%

28. MINISTRY PRACTICE Inspiration 2C) My involvement in this congregation inspires me to tell others about how God is active in my life. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 6% 19% 49% 26% 2F) The worship experience in this congregation inspires me. Neither Agree nor Disagree 4% Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 3% 47% 46%

29. Comments/Thoughts Pastor Rob Your Questions or Observations

30. READINESS Embracing Change Urgency World View

31. READINESS Embracing Change 4F) Our congregation is willing to take risks to fulfill its mission. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree nor Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 1% 24% 58% 17% 4H) New ideas are supported in this congregation. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 6% 26% 55% 13%

32. READINESS Embracing Change 4I) Challenges in this congregation are seen as opportunities to grow. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 3% 21% 59% 17%

33. READINESS Urgency 4B) It is important that this congregation make changes in order to live out its mission. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree nor Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 3% 34% 47% 16% 4D) It is important to make changes within the congregation in the next six months. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 1% 15% 64% 16% 4%

34. READINESS World View 4A) I believe that God is active in the world today. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 1% 4% 40% 54% 4C) There are ways to learn of God s truths outside scripture. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 6% 13% 54% 27%

35. READINESS World View 4E) God works through me to carry out God s mission. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 1% 10% 58% 31%

36. PRIORITIES Sustainability Impact Entrepreneurial

37. PRIORITIES Helping members recognize God at work in all aspects of their lives. 1 Advocating to improve the situations of those living in poverty within the community. Collaborating with other area civic and service organizations to better respond to the needs of the community. Exploring new and innovative ways to be church in today s culture. Becoming more invested in this congregation s neighborhood. Increasing visibility of the congregation within the community. 2 3 4 5 6 Organizing more opportunities for community service and outreach. 7

38. PRIORITIES Working with other area congregations to increase our ministry s impact in the community. Advocating to improve societal issues. Attracting more members. Increasing worship attendance. Increasing the number of ministries run by the congregation. Increasing the number of members serving on committees. Motivating members to give more. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

39. Comments/Thoughts Pastor Rob Your Questions or Observations

40. 6A) This congregation encourages me to be a good steward of my finances. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree nor Disagree 29% Agree Strongly Agree 0% 3% 54% 13% 6B) It is important for me to give generously of my finances beyond my congregation. Neither Agree nor Disagree Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree 0% 3% 33% 51% 13%

41. 7) Given what my congregation is doing, which of the following best represents what you plan to give over the next year? 63% 33% 1% 3% 0% Significantly More More The Same Less Significantly Less

42. What is influencing giving? My personal faith and understanding of being generous in supporting God's work in the world. 1 The effectiveness of our church's ministry in making a real difference in my life and the lives of others. 2 How engaged our church is in reaching out to the needs of the world. 3 How well the church manages its finances. 4 The current state of the economy. 5

43. High scores on most all markers Evidence that New Heights is well-focused in many ways and engages effectively in most all areas of ministry Strong scores on Belonging and Excitement/Energy continue to be strong indicators of congregations experiencing vitality Land of Possibilities positions New Heights well for moving through this challenging time Opportunity to be in conversation and prayer about how current realities might invite change or adjustment in how ministry happens Engagement with the broader community is energy well-spent in multiple ways. Interpersonal care and connections require new imagination and practices during this time when large gatherings are not possible

44. Name and Address of Congregation: New Heights Lutheran Church 1705 Center St Black Earth, WI 53515 Name of Middle Judicatory: South-Central Synod of Wisconsin Community Context: Suburban Total Membership of Congregation: 510 Average Weekly Worship Attendance: 258 Annual Budget: $418,195 Active Giving Units: 150

45. Closing Comments/Thoughts Pastor Rob Your Questions or Observations