Preparing (The Grove's Strategic Visioning™ Model)
The preparing stage of the Grove Model - determine and agree your desired outcome, who is to be involved, the approach to take, the areas to look at and the question or challenge to be engaged with.
Parish Engagement Resource
Exploring and Learning (The Grove's Strategic Visioning™ Model)
Every church, group or community has something positive at its heart. Churches have more confidence and are better equipped for the journey of change if they carry with them something from their shared past. However, it’s important that the past has life and hasn’t become dry bones.
Agreeing Current Realities (The Grove's Strategic Visioning™ Model)
The Agreeing Current Realities stage of the Grove Model (Mapping where you are) - determine the church’s strengths, opportunities, realities and dreams to see where change is desirable. Survey or create listening opportunities with your local community. Take time to celebrate together and prioritise what’s good.
Opening to a Vision (The Grove's Strategic Visioning™ Model)
The Opening to a Vision of the Grove Model - Engage in creative visioning with PCC and congregation to craft a compelling vision for the future you want for your church and community. This will illustrate the church’s shared values in its ministry.
Creating Strategies (The Grove's Strategic Visioning™ Model)
The Creating Strategies stage of the Grove Model. Identify specific actions or initiatives that will move your church toward its desired future and create an actionable plan. Decide on suitable resources to move things forward.
Implementing Change (The Grove's Strategic Visioning™ Model)
Once your plan for parish engagement has been created, how do you bring about change?
Living the Vision (The Grove's Strategic Visioning™ Model)
Celebration is a core aspect of spirituality because what we celebrate reveals who we are and what we value and believe in the most. Here are some key ways that you can live out the vision in your parish.
