Newcomer Ministry Project
As followers of Jesus Christ, we are One Church within the Anglican Communion and The Episcopal Church. All are sought and embraced in worship, mission and ministry in a spirit of mutual love and respect. Vision Statement, Diocese of Texas
As a response to the Vision and Mission of the Diocese of Texas, a newcomer ministry project was initiated in the spring of 2010. Assessment tools for systematic, intentional structures of invitation, welcome, and connection were researched, designed and implemented in four pilot congregations. In addition, ongoing consultation with these churches has provided accountability for progress and data collection to measure the results of this new work.
Specifically designed with clergy, vestries, staff, and congregational leadership in mind, the primary objective of the newcomer ministry project is the creation of a tangible, transportable product which supports the development of effective newcomer ministry. This product will include information about systems and processes for congregations of various sizes, creative materials and concrete resources. The development of this product has begun with the completion of assessment tools.
Project Vision Statement
Cultivating new practices of invitation, welcome, and connection that are rooted and grounded in the Gospel of Jesus Christ will gradually change our congregations and help shape an authentic culture of effective newcomer ministry.
Three Essential Elements of Newcomer Ministry
RESOURCES
Click on the links below in the order given for the project resources.
Newcomer Ministry Project Overview
Newcomer Front Door Evangelism
Newcomer Instructions for Assessment
Newcomer High Level Assessment
Newcomer INVITATION Check List
Newcomer CONNECTION Check List
Newcomer Church-School Check List
NEWCOMER TOOL KIT Click on the links below to be connected to the specific resource you need. Be sure to check back regularly as more resources will be added as they become available.
INVITE
Social Media
Additional resources for Invitation are forthcoming.
WELCOME
Get Connected (St. John the Divine)
Welcome Card (St. Stephen's)
Visitor & Member Form (St. Michael's, Austin)
CONNECT
Welcome Rite for Newcomers (used by St. David's)
Liturgy of Belonging (used by Good Shepherd, Friendswood)
Sample Job Description St. Cuthbert's
Desire a conversation, materials or consultation? Contact Mary Parmer - 512.383.0735
Connect with us:
twittervimeobloggerfacebookyoutubeconstantcontactRSS