Cuffley, St Andrew version: 2

Things seen about our local community

• An attractive area & outwardly parish appears affluent & comfortable, no obvious poverty so discernment needed for real needs.
• People lead busy lives with many activities and networks. For many 'church' does not seem relevant.
• Northaw CE Primary School is an important area for mission.

Three things we have seen about our church

• Newcomers tells us church is welcoming and friendly, there are many committed & enthusiastic members, but they are ageing.
• Our two church buildings are in prominent locations, but having two churches is at the moment a challenge rather than a blessing
• Publicity and communication are vital and could be a lot better.

Vision (for five years' time)

A welcoming, lively and joyful community of Christians of all ages, growing in faith and fellowship and reaching out in God's love. Young and old feel a sense of belonging and want to be involved. Integral to the local community, making the gospel relevant to modern life.

Priorities (for the next five years)

• Revitalize our worship to appeal to newcomers as well as long-standing church members. Encourage newcomers to want to know more.
• To grow in numbers and in faith across all age groups.
• To use our buildings more effectivley for the benefit of the community. ALSO SEE ATTACHED - UPDATED MAP GOALS - recd June 2014.

Goals (for the next year)

• Have a variety of services/worship to appeal to newcomers as well as existing members - aim to increase Sunday attendance.
• Review every aspect of welcome and implement appropriate changes, inc. formation of a welcome team, by end Aug '12.
• Hold a Northaw School Service every week during term time and involve congregation members in hosting/leading these.
• Hold six events in 2012 for children & families, combining Christian teacahing with fun/play (Messy Church or similar).
• Research 3 possible ways of developing St Andrew's church and Undercroft so they can be used 7 days a week by community.