Vision 2000: Planning for Ministry into the Next Century

Where will your congregation be in the year 2000? What is your long-range plan for ministry into the next century? Here is a biblically based and congregationally focused strategy for leading your congregation into the twenty-first century. "Vision 2000" is neither "new age" optimism, nor "doomsayer" pessimism. Rather, it is grounded in the conviction that a Christian approach to the future must be both down to earth and yet full of high inspiration. Worthwhile visions must be workable within the structures of normal congregations, according to the best principles of long-range (e.g., five-year, ten-year) planning. Effective visions must be able to anticipate those key moments in history when God works in a special way. Here is a strategy for leading your congregation through an ongoing process of visioning, implementing, and evaluating. Key liturgical events planned for the year 2000 celebrate your long-range plan for mission and ministry. Pastors, prepare yourselves and your congregations to enter the next century ready for ministry.