First, it is important to measure how much opportunity you have had to observe the performance of UMC Admin

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1 2/6/4 :9 AM English Pastoral Effectiveness First, it is important to measure how much opportunity you have had to observe the performance of UMC Admin Familiarity with this local church pastor's performance. Not at all familiar Moderately Familiar Extremely Familiar Directions: On the pages that follow we ask you to consider thirteen task categories associated with the local church pastor position and duties. After reading the description of each task category, as well as the "Standard" for effective performance, please rate your local church pastor's effectiveness in that category relative to the "Standard". Make your rating by clicking on the desired number on the 0- bar that accompanies each question. If the pastor does not engage in a certain task area because it falls under the responsibility of another person (e.g. in a church with multiple pastors), please select the Not Applicable () box by that task area. Click the Forward button (>>) to move to the next page. Click the Back button (<<) if you want to go back to prior pages to review or change your answers. Care-giving: Performing activities that serve the spiritual, mental, or physical needs of congregants or community members Standard (7): Actively involving oneself in relationship, grief, and addiction counseling; performing hospital or home visitations for those in need; proactively identifying and aiding those victimized by injustice or neglect; effectively and calmly handling crises or emergencies Preaching and Public Worship: Performing activities to support and lead public worship services and convey spiritual and moral messages through public speaking Standard (7): Carefully preparing and delivering sermons for every service; studying and listening to Page of 7

2 2/6/4 :9 AM Standard (7): Carefully preparing and delivering sermons for every service; studying and listening to excellent sermons regularly in order to improve one's own sermon writing; carefully developing and sharing religious lessons in each sermon; incorporating current events into messages often; leading prayer daily; proactively developing alternative worship approaches such as through new technologies Rituals and Sacraments: Leading or participating in ceremonies such as baptism, communion, funerals, and weddings Standard (7): Fully preparing people for religious ceremonies with enthusiasm and dedication; administering carefully planned religious rites and ordinances Communication: Performing activities that transmit information to others in a comprehensible form Standard (7): Actively and thoroughly disseminating information through very accessible means to all those necessary; openly and enthusiastically sharing information about religious issues through articles, speeches, or teaching; providing updates and information to superintendents, supervisors, other clergy, etc.; proactively seeking out information from relevant sources often; frequently relating God's activity to everyday life Relationship Building: Performing activities that create, maintain, and strengthen personal and professional relationships with congregants, community members, United Methodist Church members, and members of other denominations Standard (7): Leading prayer at community events; actively and frequently getting involved with the community; hosting dinners for congregants; organizing several interfaith, community, civic, educational, or recreational activities each year; participating in community projects several times a year; participating in social activities to develop relationships often. Page 2 of 7

3 /6/4 :9 AM Evangelism: Performing activities that bring individuals into a personal relationship with Christ Standard (7): Developing and implementing new methods for increasing congregation size; fundraising to support missions; incorporating techniques to better connect with younger individuals (e.g., websites, video, contemporary music, interactivity); urging people to share their faith with others; frequently taking the lead in reaching out to the wider community Fellowship: Leading or participating in activities that support the sharing of common interests, desires, and motivations among Christians Standard (7): Openly and continually fostering fellowship at all church gatherings; hosting or organizing meetings such as coffee hours, fellowship dinners, and picnics; promoting and seeking to improve youth groups and their activities; frequently arranging events and activities to bring people together Management: Performing activities that mobilize and coordinate staff and congregants to achieve organizational goals Standard (7): Carefully negotiating and managing conflict while avoiding politics or taking sides; making a strong effort to identify and develop lay leaders in the congregation; carefully developing action plans for accomplishing goals; creating, developing, and managing teams; positively communicating long-term church goals; acting as a conscientious team member by getting all members on track and motivating the group Administration: Performing activities that support the efficient functioning of the organization Standard (7): Keeping accurate and thoughtful records, such as for accounting, bookkeeping, and Page 3 of 7

4 Standard (7): Keeping accurate and thoughtful records, such as for accounting, bookkeeping, and budgeting purposes; reordering supplies when necessary; making sure that information is recorded either in electronic or written form; actively managing risk such as investments and insurance; planning finances far in advance in case of emergency or need /6/4 :9 AM Other-development: Performing activities to teach, train, or mentor individuals and groups to improve their knowledge and skills Standard (7): Continually involving oneself in teaching through a variety of means, such as in leading bible study classes, training senior staff, or teaching religion in outside organizations; positively and constantly mentoring less experienced lay leaders and clergy; helping youth identify their aspirations and talents; frequently empowering others to make decisions; leading by example as much as possible Self-development: Improving spiritual, mental, and physical development that contribute to the delivery of more effective ministry Standard (7): Devoting time often to developing one's own learning; studying religious documents; maintaining a healthy balance between self, family, and church commitments; frequently updating one's skills and knowledge; cultivating a personal life Connectional Service: Performing activities that contribute to the goals of The United Methodist Church that extend beyond the scope of the local church Standard (7): Writing comprehensive and informative reports for necessary parties; joining and contributing to committees; participating in expert panels, focus groups, and surveys; participating in planning teams; attending annual conference meetings Page 4 of 7

5 2/6/4 :9 AM Church Growth: Performing activities that improve the status and well-being of the church Standard (7): Enhancing church visibility and reputation; participating in projects aimed toward renovating or enhancing church property; maintaining or improving church attendance and apportionment Directions: On the pages that follow, we ask you to consider types of personal attributes. A definition is provided with each attribute. After reading the description of each attribute, please rate the local church pastor's standing relative to the "7" mark, which represents demonstrating the attribute to the extent necessary for effective performance as a local church pastor. Knowledge (K) Theology & Scripture: Knowledge of philosophy about the existence and nature of God, religion, and biblical text UMC Doctrine: Knowledge of the written body of teachings of The United Methodist Church. Management & Administration: Knowledge of the principles involved in coordinating resources and developing and directing people as they work. Skills (S) Page 5 of 7

6 2/6/4 :9 AM Oral Communication: Composing and delivering information through verbal interactions in a manner that others understand. Time Management: Managing one's own time and the time of others to efficiently accomplish goals. Exegetical Skill: Communicating the meaning of Scripture and other religious documents in a manner that is comprehensible to others Abilities (A) Leadership: The ability to inspire others, unite them, and help them achieve their goals and the goals of the church. Adaptability: The capability to adjust actions in relation to new situations, others actions, or changes in the environment. Innovativeness: The ability to generate new or unique ideas for, or approaches to, a given topic, situation or problem Personal Attributes (P) Dependability: The tendency to be reliable, responsible, dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Cooperation: The tendency to be pleasant with others and display a good-natured, cooperative attitude Page 6 of 7

7 2/6/4 :9 AM cooperative attitude. Authenticity: The tendency to consistentally behave in a fashion that aligns with one's values, principles, and beliefs, and to show vulnerability when appropriate. Please describe instances in which UMC Admin demonstrated effective performance: Please provide ways in which you think UMC Admin could develop further: If you have any additional comments, please provide them here: You are about to finalize your evaluation. Click the >> button to submit. Page 7 of 7