2014 CrossPoint Ministry Plan - CrossPoint City Church Cartersville

2014
MINISTRY PLAN
FROM PASTOR JAMES
At CrossPoint City Church we have a simple philosophy on generous giving that can be summed up
in one simple statement: WE GIVE BECAUSE GOD GIVES.
We know from scripture that we serve an extremely generous God. Not only has He blessed us with
every good gift that we enjoy in life (James 1:17), but He’s also given us the greatest gift imaginable:
Salvation through Jesus Christ, His Son! (2 Corinthians 8:9).
Because each of us is made in the image of God in order to reflect His likeness and character to the
world around us, it goes without saying that we must be generous people! How can we reflect the
generous nature of our generous God to others if refuse to be generous with what He has given us?
That’s why we make it a regular practice at CrossPoint to talk about financial generosity. We believe
that God has given each of us a portion of His money (God owns everything, right?!) so that we can
manage it and give it away for His glory and the good of other people. We also believe that it
doesn’t matter how much money you make or the total dollar amount you give. What truly matters
is the heart behind what you give in proportion to what God has given you. (2 Corinthians 9:6-7)
We must also understand that part of managing God’s money well means being wise concerning
where our money goes. Biblically speaking, we should be giving our money away to organizations
that help the Gospel go out so that people both meet and grow in Jesus. My prayer is that you
would view CrossPoint as a church committed to those very things.
It’s for this reason that our CrossPoint staff and volunteer leaders have taken time over the last
several months to compile this 2014 ministry plan. I don’t want to simply tell you that CrossPoint is a
great place to invest; I want you to see it. I want you to be confident that when we ask you to give
each week, that we have a great plan to steward well the money you give. I also want you to be sure
that the money you give is going towards real ministry that will affect the lives of real people who
need Jesus.
So, on the following pages here’s what you’ll find:
• 2014 ministry objectives and expected returns for each area of ministry at CrossPoint.
• A breakdown of our total operating budget.
• A summary of our financial practices and safeguards.
• Contact information in case you have any questions along the way.
Finally, as you read through this ministry plan keep in mind three things: (1) Lay leaders helped the
CrossPoint staff to craft this plan, (2) Dan Dorner, Administrator of 20+ years at First Baptist
Woodstock and CEO of In-Rhythm Consulting, provided oversight for this plan, (3) The CrossPoint
City Church Board of Directors handed down final approval for this ministry plan budget so that we
could release it to you. I pray what you find in the following pages inspires you and challenges you
to invest in the work of CrossPoint City Church in 2014!
Pastor James
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CROSSPOINT KIDS
Partnering with parents to guide kids into developing a personal faith in Jesus.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO ENCOURAGE KID’S INVOLVEMENT IN LOCAL AND GLOBAL MISSIONS.
We will carve out “missional moments” quarterly using guest speakers, group projects, and new
experiences that allow children to participate in the CrossPoint City values of compassion and
generosity.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect to see increased participation of families in local and global missions. We anticipate
capturing stories from 10 families that have taken a step to serve our community and/or world
together.
“Kids need to be hands on, learning from an early age that being a follower of Christ means GOING,
TELLING, and DOING. Teaching our kids about the Gospel is never complete without teaching them
missions.” - Jonathan
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO CREATE AND DEVELOP OUR OWN SUMMER KID’S CAMP EXPERIENCE.
We will create everything needed for a great summer camp experience including large and small
group curriculum, graphic and set design pieces, marketing resources, activities, and more.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect to see 250 plus kids participate and 15 new decisions to follow Jesus.
“Mom, seriously, in the nine years of my life, this is the greatest time ever!” - Sam, 9 year old who attended
our summer camp in 2013.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR KIDS MINISTRY OUTSIDE OF SUNDAY
GATHERINGS.
As a church, we value community and relationships. We will create opportunities for families to invite
unchurched friends to connect and have fun together through three events: Family Movie Night, Kids
Camp, and Family Block Party.
EXPECTED RETURN
Through these events, we expect increased excitement and involvement among our kids ministry
families, and a greater positive presence in the community.
“My daughter loves to bring friends to kid ministry events. It seems natural for her to bring along a friend.
Plus it is such an easy way for her to start learning how to reach out to those far from God.” - Suzy
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO PLAN A CELEBRATORY EVENT TO HELP TRANSITION 5TH GRADERS.
We will gather with 5th graders and their families at the end of the school year to celebrate the
transition between Kids Ministry and Student Ministry. Alongside their Kids Ministry leaders, we will
recognize their spiritual growth and increased Biblical knowledge. We will facilitate relationships with
the Student Ministry Pastor and leaders.
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EXPECTED RETURN
We expect to see 80% of the current regularly attending 5th graders connecting to Student Ministry
throughout the summer and into the fall.
"The transition from elementary school to middle school can be extremely intimidating. The one thing
that can really help is having someone go through it with you. Also, when you have people who have been
there before walking through it with you it helps even more. It is very important to be surrounded by
people that care about you, and whose influence will help you make the wise choices in that big transition
period." - Devan
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CROSSPOINT STUDENTS
Partnering with parents to help students take their next step with Jesus.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO BLESS THE SCHOOLS IN OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH ACTS OF SERVICE
AND GENEROSITY.
We will be a blessing to our schools by buying breakfast for FCA, helping to provide needs for
different clubs and athletic teams, as well as appreciating teachers & faculty through acts of service &
kindness.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect to build strong and lasting relationships with local schools , providing our church an open
door to bless and meet the needs of local families, students, and teachers. This also allows us the
opportunity to reach more students and families from our local community. “Since we are a church all about serving & loving people far from God, being in the schools is huge.”
- Alley (Student, Cartersville High School)
“It’s important for our community and our schools to see Jesus, and we want to be a part of taking that to
them.” - Lexie (Adult High School Leader)
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO PROVIDE A FALL RETREAT AND SUMMER CAMP THAT ALLOWS STUDENTS
TO GROW CLOSER TO GOD AND THOSE FAR FROM GOD TO MEET JESUS FOR THE FIRST TIME.
We are committed to retreating twice a year to focus on spiritual growth and community building
within our student ministry.
EXPECTED RETURN
Between these two retreats, our prayerful expectation is that 30 students accept Christ and 50 new
students are added to our weekly program because of their participation. Also, we expect to see
current students grow in their relationship with God as well as their leadership in our ministry.
“Camp is an awesome place to get away from everything for a little bit and a great chance to grow with
God.” - Adam (student from Cherokee High School)
“I was saved at camp last year.” - Abby (student from Cass High School)
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO HELP EACH STUDENT TAKE HIS OR HER NEXT STEP WITH JESUS.
Through our weekly student program, we will help students take steps toward a new relationship
with Jesus, a deeper relationship with Jesus, baptism, small groups and serving (both inside and
outside the church).
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EXPECTED RETURN
• 100 first time guests attend our Wednesday night gathering.
• 60 students meet Jesus for the first time.
• Our average weekly attendance grow by 75 additional students.
• 15 students complete our one-on-one mentoring/discipleship program.
• 70% of our students serve on Wednesday night, Sunday morning, and/or through local outreach
events.
“Wednesday night is a get away from school and everything else during the week. It gives me a boost to
get through the rest of the week.” - Emaly (student, Woodland High School)
“On Wednesday nights we learn more about the bible, and Devan teaches us how to apply it to everyday
situations in our lives.” - Alley (student, Cartersville High School)
“As an adult, it is important to be involved with the next generation to challenge and uplift them in their
faith as they go out into the world each day.” - Stephanie (Adult High School Leader)
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO CREATE A STUDENT MINISTRY WHERE STUDENTS “STICK”.
We want every student that walks through our doors to feel welcomed, loved, and connected.
Whether they are attending for the first time or are here every week, we want students to know that
they matter to us and more importantly, they matter to Jesus.
EXPECTED RETURN
• We will see students who have attended for the first time or have been absent return because of a
personal note from their small group leader or Student Pastor.
• We will see first time guest become regular attenders due to the care and intentionality of our Next
Steps team and process.
• We will recognize important milestones in the lives of our students in intentional and meaningful
ways (academic achievements, club/team successes, graduation, etc.)
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CROSSPOINT WORSHIP
Creating moments to engage the church in worship with Jesus.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO CONTINUE IMPROVING UPON OUR PLANNING/EXECUTION OF THE
SUNDAY GATHERING.
Every Sunday we gather together to celebrate what God is doing in our church, and to learn from
God’s Word. We utilize music, art, production elements, teaching, and many other avenues to bring
the worship experience to life.
EXPECTED RETURN
Our current attendance is just over 900 people. We expect people to consistently show up on
Sundays and to invite people to join them as they relentlessly pursue their community. It is our goal
to reach a Sunday attendance of 1,200 people. This would be a 33% increase in average attendance.
"Sunday gatherings are a great way to connect to the church and to the people of the church, but more
importantly it's a way to connect to Jesus through worship and teaching.“ - Jacob
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO DEVELOP A CULTURE OF LEARNING AND COACHING WITHIN OUR
WORSHIP MINISTRY.
We want to create a culture within our current Serve Team that facilitates a mindset in each member
to “invest in their gift”. We will utilize resources and conferences (such as the Lift Conference) for
learning and investing in team members in order to create this culture.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect our team to grow in both in talent and leadership ability, enabling over 50% of our current
Serve Team members to coach new Serve Team members confidently.
"God has given each of us talents and gifts to use. We encourage, equip, and coach others to acknowledge
that those talents and gifts are given by God and should be used for Him.” - Dana
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO DEVELOP A BETTER VISUAL EXPERIENCE VIA VIDEO FOR SUNDAY
GATHERINGS THROUGH CUSTOM VIDEOS AND ONLINE STREAMING.
We record every Sunday gathering and stream it live to the Coffee Bar. We would like to stream our
gatherings live online and improve our current process for Sunday video production. We see value in
investing in professionally made custom videos to share stories, recap events, and to promote new
series.
EXPECTED RETURN
As online resources continue to become people’s “first glance” at our church, we expect more people
to watch a service online or a video relating to one of our ministries before walking into our doors for
a live service. We believe people make assumptions based off of these “first glances”. Therefore, we
want to invest in the quality of these videos and provide the best experience possible for our online
community.
“Video is a powerful tool that can make quick, important statements. Our society values video and other
online media. It makes good sense for the church to take full advantage of this.” - Jonathan
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CROSSPOINT GROUPS
Helping adults connect relationally, grow spiritually, and live out the
mission of Jesus together.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO CREATE A LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PLAN IN ORDER TO BETTER TRAIN
AND EQUIP GROUP LEADERS.
We will intentionally and regularly offer training for group leaders through the use of resources,
training events, guest speakers, peer to peer learning environments, and one on one coaching.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect all group leaders to grow both in their leadership competencies and practical group
leadership abilities. We also expect to see greater unity among group leaders due to peer to peer
learning environments. Lastly, we anticipate group culture to take on an even greater reflection of
the mission and values of CrossPoint City Church.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO BUILD HEALTHIER SYSTEMS AND PROCESSES FOR ASSIMILATION AND
APPRENTICING.
We will refine our existing systems and processes for helping people get connected into groups for
the first time. We will also develop a more strategic apprenticeship plan in order to raise up and train
new group leaders.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect to see more people “sticking” in groups due to easier processes. We also expect to have
better follow up and follow through with new group members due to better systems. Lastly, we
expect to see a higher rate of group reproduction this year due to a clear apprenticeship process.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO INCREASE GROUP PARTICIPATION.
Currently, 56% of our church participates in a group (this number excludes CrossPoint Kids). Our goal
in 2014 is to see at least 65% of our church participating in a group. We will help people take steps
toward group involvement through Sunday gatherings and 2 annual Group Connect events. We will
also continue to encourage group members to personally invite friends to group with them.
EXPECTED RETURN
By increasing the number of people participating in groups, we expect to see a greater number of
people growing spiritually and taking an active part in the CrossPoint mission. We also expect to see
a great sense of community between CrossPoint members.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO BUILD A STRONGER MISSIONAL CULTURE INTO GROUPS.
This year we will test pilot our BLESS strategy in a handful of groups. Through doing so we’ll fix any
major issues and figure out what works and doesn’t. After test piloting is over, we’ll continue to build
these missional practices into group life and encourage every CrossPoint Group to truly live out the
mission of Jesus together.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect every CrossPoint Group to maintain an outward focus, and by doing so we anticipate
many people far from God meeting Jesus for the first time. We expect to see group members
baptizing friends and sharing personal stories of their involvement in leading others to Christ.
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GUEST SERVICES
Turning first time guests into second time guests.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO MAKE EVERY GUEST SERVICE ENVIRONMENT MORE ENGAGING AND
INVITING.
We want to provide great and welcoming environments for our guests and attendees that create in
them the desire to come back. From the moment people pull onto Tennessee Street, we want them
to experience the hospitality and energy of CrossPoint City Church. Creating these environments will
include first time guest gifts, clear signage, inviting atmospheres, and a well trained team.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect to see a percentage increase of “first time guests becoming second time guests.” We will
also see people who have been attending decide to join our Serve Team because they’ll want to be a
part of what is happening in guest services.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO INTENTIONALLY AND REGULARLY EQUIP AND APPRECIATE OUR TEAM.
We will have purposeful times set aside to train our team for the roles in which God currently has
them. We will also create opportunities to simply care & show appreciation for how God is using
each team member to “pursue those far from God with the hope and love of Jesus” at every Sunday
gathering.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect our team to feel valued as we take time to equip them not just for the work they do at
CrossPoint, but also for the work that God gives them outside of our 4 walls. Our people will feel
cared for as we take time to appreciate their gifts & how God is using them at CrossPoint. We also
expect every person who walks through our doors to feel even more welcomed due to a well trained
and cared for team.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO ANTICIPATE EVERY NEED OF OUR GUESTS BEFORE THEY ARE EVER
SPOKEN.
From something as simple as a band-aid, to providing umbrellas for our guests, to making sure we
have bibles for the new believer, we will do whatever it takes to be ready for any need that arises.
EXPECTED RETURN
Our guests will know that we had them in mind before the morning ever started. As our guests
experience this type of care, they will be even more open to the message of Jesus.
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COMMUNITY CARE
Investing in Jesus Centered Community Transformation.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO DEVELOP STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS WITH 2-3 COMMUNITY
TRANSFORMATION ORGANIZATIONS.
Within Bartow County, there are organizations caring for widows, orphans, homeless, and others in
need. We desire to build stronger partnerships in 2014 with a few of these organizations for the
purpose of investing in community transformation.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect to gain greater influence in our community through these partnerships. We also expect to
help these organizations with needs that will ultimately help them do what they do even better. We
expect that over time CrossPoint will continue to become a church that our community can’t live
without.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO BUILD STRONGER MINISTRY RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHER CHURCHES IN
OUR COMMUNITY WHO ARE COMMITTED TO COMMUNITY TRANSFORMATION.
We understand that no single church can transform an entire community alone. We will pursue more
intentional ministry relationships with churches who love Jesus, love people, and have a desire to
make a difference in the community which God has placed us.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect to see a greater sense of unity among churches in Bartow County through these
relationships. We also expect to get more work done for the Kingdom as a result of working
together. Lastly, we expect our community to be more open to the Gospel as they see churches
working together rather than competing.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO BUILD HEALTHIER BRIDGES BACK TO CROSSPOINT FROM LOCAL
OUTREACH EVENTS.
Each year we’re able to serve thousands of people through Egg Drop, Community Makeover, and
Hope For Christmas. Our desire as a church is not only to meet physical and felt needs through these
events, but to help meet people’s greatest need: a relationship with Jesus. In 2014, we will be more
intentional and strategic about building bridges from these events back to CrossPoint so that
spiritual needs can truly be met.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect to see a higher percentage of unchurched/dechurched people meeting Jesus for the first
time as a result of these events. We also expect the church to grow by at least 10% as a result of our
efforts. Finally, we expect to see people who were far from God before attending one of the events
growing in their relationship with Christ through becoming a part of the CrossPoint family.
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WORLD CARE
Taking Jesus to the ends of the earth.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO BUILD TWO CHURCHES AND DRILL TWO WELLS IN BURKINA FASO.
In April of 2014, our first CrossPoint team will head to Burkina to build the first church and to see our
first drilled water well. We desire to build another church and drill another well later in 2014.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect hundreds of the Dogose People (the unreached people group we’re working with) to
meet Jesus for the first time. We expect to hear of growing churches and for the percentage of
believers in Dogose villages to rise.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO IDENTIFY A SOUTH AMERICAN COUTRY TO BEGIN WORK IN.
Our desire is to build a great relationship with a ministry partner somewhere in South America.
Adding a South American country would give us three overseas ministry partners (we have existing
relationships in Burkina Faso, Africa and Nicaragua).
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect our church to gain a greater heart for the world by providing another mission trip
opportunity. We also expect to take part in exciting community transformation in South America,
leading to changed lives and people meeting Jesus.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO BEGIN FINANCIALLY SUPPORTING TWO MISSIONARY FAMILIES WORKING
OVERSEAS.
Our desire is to invest in existing relationships we have with full time missionaries by financially
supporting them as they give their lives to pursuing people far from God with the hope and love of
Jesus Christ outside the U.S.
EXPECTED RETURN
Again, we expect our church to gain a greater heart for the world by investing in these missionaries.
Also, we expect these missionaries to make a greater impact in the countries they’re serving because
of our financial support.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO SEND 3-4 TEAMS FROM CROSSPOINT OVERSEAS FOR MISSION WORK.
We already have two trips scheduled for Nicaragua and Burkina in 2014. Our desire is to send
another team to Burkina later in the year, and to potentially send a team to a new country in South
America.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect our church to grow in the areas of compassion and generosity as we send teams out into
the world. We also expect these 3-4 teams to create momentum for more overseas work in the years
to come.
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RESERVES/FUTURE PLANNING
Setting up CrossPoint for the favor of God.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO TAKE STEPS TOWARD RELOCATION OR EXPANSION.
It’s no secret that we continue to outgrow the House of Rock. We know that in order to continue
reaching people, we have to provide more space for our Sunday gatherings. We are praying for and
pursuing clarity in what it looks like to relocate or expand our current property. In 2014 our goal is to
put aside money as a first step in this process.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect the church to continue to grow as a result of adding more space. Without added space,
we will limit the number of people who can be a part of the CrossPoint family. We expect to avoid
those limitations by relocating or expanding.
MINISTRY OBJECTIVE: TO SET ASIDE AT LEAST 6% OF ALL TOTAL INCOME IN A RESERVE/FUTURE
PLANNING ACCOUNT.
Our desire at CrossPoint is to start operating off of an 80-10-10 budget in the next 24 months (80%
toward operating costs, 10% toward outreach/missions, 10% in reserves/future planning). We will
take steps toward that budget practice this year by setting aside at least 6% of our total operating
budget in a reserve/future planning account.
EXPECTED RETURN
We expect the financial health of CrossPoint to continue improving. We also expect God to bring
supernatural opportunities our way as a result of wise planning and faithful stewardship.
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2014 MINISTRY PLAN BUDGET
When the CrossPoint staff and lay leaders crafted this ministry plan, they also submitted a dollar
amount needed to accomplish each ministry objective. Below, you will find the total dollar amount
needed to accomplish this entire plan. You will also find the total operating budget broken out into
five separate categories, providing clarity on money allocation. On the following page, you will find a
practical breakdown of how we can financially tackle this plan together. We trust that as we give
generously to this plan together, God will do His part and that the expected returns for each ministry
area will become realities.
2014 TOTAL
OPERATING BUDGET: $831,078
2013 OFFERINGS TOTALED $880,571. OUR 2014 BUDGET EQUALS 94% OF
MONEY GIVEN IN THE PREVIOUS YEAR.
*PERSONNEL TO LEAD MINISTRY
$442,544.50
53%
RESOURCES TO FACILITATE MINISTRY
$127,435
15%
FACILITIES TO HOUSE MINISTRY
$114,410
14%
OPERATIONS TO SUPPORT MINISTRY
$95,688
12%
RESERVES FOR FUTURE MINISTRY
$51,000
6%
*NATIONAL AVERAGE OF PERSONNEL EXPENSES FOR CHURCHES IS 45-55% OF TOTAL BUDGET.
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GIVING BREAKDOWN
The breakdown below provides insight into the total dollar amount needed on a weekly basis to
accomplish this ministry plan. You’ll also find the weekly amount broken down by our average adult
attendance. As you’ll see, even giving a little makes a big difference. If you’re not currently investing
in the ministry and work of CrossPoint, we hope that the breakdown below encourages you to do so
this year.
2014 BUDGET
WEEKLY NEED:
$831,078 / 52 weeks = $15,982.27/week
2014 BUDGET
PER PERSON GIVING:
$15,982.27 / 659* = $24.25/person/week
*659 IS THE AVERAGE ADULT ATTENDANCE EACH WEEK AT CROSSPOINT.
As you can see, this ministry budget is very attainable. If the average attender at CrossPoint gives just
$24.25 each week in 2014, we can tackle every single objective included in this plan. I know that
many of you give well beyond this amount every week, and for that I’m grateful. If you’re not
currently investing in the ministry at CrossPoint, I pray that this amount might serve as a starting
point for you this year. Our prayer for 2014 is that our church would continue to grow in generosity
and that we would blow this ministry budget out of the water. If that happens (and I’m believing it
will), every dollar that comes in above $831,078 will go into our reserves/future planning account for
unforeseen opportunities and future ministry plans. Let’s pray, let’s give, and let’s trust God to do
more in 2014 than we can ask or imagine!
Pastor James
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FINANCIAL SAFEGUARDS
We take very seriously stewarding well the money that you give to CrossPoint each week. The following
financial practices and safeguards are in place for accountability purposes.
• All donations are counted on Sundays in a locked office by a team of people. There is always an armed
police officer in the room as money is counted.
• Deposits are made immediately following Sunday services. Reports are created during Sunday counts, and
those reports are reconciled on a weekly basis with bank deposit records.
• CrossPoint Leadership meets monthly with Dan Dorner from In-Rhythm consulting to reconcile all monthly
revenues and expenses and to ensure that we are operating within our budget.
• We undergo a year end voluntary CPA review each year to ensure that our financial systems are healthy and
that we are operating with integrity in this area.
• In 2014 we will select our elder team and stewardship team. These teams will provide oversight to the
budget process and spending.
QUESTIONS?
If you have questions about anything contained in this ministry plan or about the finances of
CrossPoint City Church, feel free to contact our Executive Director, Suzy Jordan, at
[email protected]. We’ll do our absolute best to answer any questions you may have.
WAYS TO GIVE
There are four easy ways to start giving financially today to CrossPoint City Church:
Visit CROSSPOINTCITY.COM/GIVE to give online using your
bank account or debit card. You can even set up automated
giving so that you never forget to give.
Visit the app store on your mobile device and download the
free SECUREGIVE app. Set CrossPoint City Church as your home
church, and give conveniently anywhere, anytime.
At each of our gatherings you’ll have the opportunity to drop
your gift into giving baskets during each service. For cash gifts,
we have giving envelopes available for use. Also, you can visit
the giving kiosk in our lobby to give using your debit card.
Mail your gift to:
CrossPoint City Church
245 S Tennessee Street
Cartersville, GA 30120
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