SPCF
Hey guys,
Recently I have been asked some questions that I had a hard time answering. Basically, Amy and I were asked what kind of involvement our organization (SPCF) has with our church plant (ie. how much money did they require that we raise, how much were they putting in, how often will they visit, will they coach us). Basically, I have heard varying answers on these questions from varying members of our board, but only when I have been proactive. I appreciate our board of directors, but it would help me if I had some of these answers.
I was wondering if you guys had any questions, also. I would like to ask these kind of questions to the board, and see what thier requirements for us are (even requirements we have already met). I think it would be useful to have all of that in writing so that our team and future teams will have more of a basis to go off of. I have also wondered if it would be beneficial to start some kind of partnership/discussion between SPCF and Stadia or Orchard Group or another group. Please take a look at Stadia's web site. They provide alot of oversight and help for thier church plants and the website outlines those. Perhaps we could suggest to our board that they come up with documentation that is similar.
Tell me what you think.
Joe
posted by Joe and Amy at 8:56 PM
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12:52 PM
As we discussed on the phone the other day, I'm right there with you, Joe. As first-time church planters and missionaries, we're going to need a lot of structure, support, and direction. I'm hoping that with more time the guys at SPCF will be able to provide some more of this. I think we would all agree that we are definitely wanting to continue our affiliation with SPCF, that's not even a question in my mind. They've done a lot to help us and I anticipate that their involvement will only increase from here on out.
That being said, I do agree that a partnership (i.e. CPFTGU) would be a win-win situation for everyone involved and at least worth discussing with some of the board members. We would get the structure and support that we're after and SPCF would get a better-prepared team. I don't think anyone would have a problem with that.
I don't want to come across sounding like I'm dissatisfied with SPCF. I think those guys are great! They've done a lot for us already and I'm sure there is more of that to come. I'm just interested in working out the best scenario so this church plant has the best chance of succeeding. Are we way out in left field on this one or not? Any thoughts?
9:36 AM
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