Please rank each statement on a scale of 1-10 using the drop downs below. (Strongly Disagree-1) (Strongly Agree- 10)

There is a great need to address the conditions present in our church.

I am concerned about the future of our church.

The church has a limited window of time in which we must act to address the issues we are facing.

I am personally troubled by the present condition of our church.

Our church needs to act now to address its condition.

Our members are concerned and aware of the level of decline in our church.

I believe our church is facing a challenging future.

Things need to change, or our church will be in danger of closing in 3-5 years.

Our members are aware of the financial realities and informed about our church’s finances.

The leaders in our church are good Christian people and want to do what is right.

Our members are willing to let go of our preferences to the church thrive once more.

We have tried to turn around our church as best as we could but now need significant outside assistance.

We would be open to the recommendations of trained and experienced consultants regarding our church and its future.

We would be open to receiving any recommendations that are in line with Scripture and the mission God has called our church to fulfill.

I would be willing to support and even vote for a recommendation that is right or best for our church, even if it was different from what I personally wanted.

Our members are willing to change the name of our services if it provided the opportunity to reach more people.

Our members are willing to change the style of music in our worship services.

Our members are willing to make healthy changes so decisions can be made better and quicker.

Our members would be willing to adopt new decision-making processes for our church if it led to better and quicker decisions.

Our members would be willing to sell the church property and relocate.

Our church is in crisis.

Our church is no longer effective in reaching the surrounding community.

Our church would be missed if it was no longer part of the community.

Making changes that lead to a better future is more important than keeping everyone happy.

Our church needs to recommit to the original purpose intended when it was planted/started.

History: Our church has experienced the following (check all that apply).

Church Split and/or significant loss of members

1 or more forced pastoral terminations

Infighting and division

Previous revitalization and/or replanting efforts rejected

Secret and/or unofficially called business meetings

Anonymous letters/emails sent to members

Behind the scenes campaigns to hinder forward movement or to circumvent the pastor’s leadership

In your opinion, what has contributed to the difficulties your church is currently experiencing?

In your opinion, what are some preferences or programs that would be particularly difficult for your church to let go of if recommended?

Is there anything else we need to know or that you would like us to know? (Optional and anonymous)

Please type the name of your church.

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