Strategic Planning
Our Identity
Our Mission
To help all people find and follow Jesus
Our Vision
Everybody is welcome, nobody is perfect, and with Jesus anything is possible
Core Values
Live out our faith, serve others, welcome everyone, nurture spiritual growth
The Central Lutheran Church logo is a contemporary mosaic of tradition and modernity, with each color segment reflecting a core aspect of its mission.
Orange not only represents the warmth of the family ministry but also ties into the 'Orange' curriculum, while green signifies the vitality of spiritual growth. Tan offers a neutral, inclusive base for worship, maroon echoes the passion for outreach within the Chippewa community, and dark brown grounds the logo in leadership development.
This stained glass-inspired design, coupled with the timeless 'Central' font, symbolizes a community deeply rooted in its heritage yet vibrant and forward-looking. The colors converge to form a 'C', standing not only for Central but also for Community, Commitment, and Christ, embodying the church's dedication to unity, support, and spirituality.
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FAMILY
Kellee Pettik
Kellee is spearheading a dynamic approach in Family Ministry, aiming to foster growth and bridge gaps through an organized structure. By adopting the Orange Family Ministry strategy, she envisions a collaborative church environment to support and appreciate team leads, CRs, and SGL coaches. Her plan includes developing family events and overseeing their leadership, along with recruiting efforts. A key initiative is the creation of the First Look Director role, focusing on children from birth to 4 years. Kellee's leadership extends to managing Family Ministry coaches and team leads, centralizing efforts to positively influence children's lives and faith. She emphasizes the importance of volunteer involvement, adequate funding, training, and integrating these activities into work schedules for maximum impact.
Key Points:
Organizational Growth: Emphasis on structured growth and filling gaps in Family Ministry.
Orange Family Ministry Strategy: Adoption of a proven strategy for enhanced teamwork and efficiency.
Collaborative Church Partnership: Seeking a church partnership for recruiting, supporting, and appreciating team members.
Family Events Development: Focus on creating and managing family-oriented events.
First Look Director Role: Introduction of a new role for early childhood development (birth to 4 years).
Leadership and Influence: Kellee leads Family Ministry coaches and team leads, aiming to impact children's faith and life.
Supporting Resources: Importance of volunteers, funding, training, and work schedule integration for effective ministry.
Strategic Outcome: I want a church that partners with me to help influence my child’s life
SPIRITUAL GROWTH
Laura Garry
Laura is dedicated to integrating spiritual growth opportunities within various programs, emphasizing a holistic and interactive approach. Her vision includes a robust Prayer Ministry, featuring a digital prayer wall and prayer groups, bolstered by committed volunteers and adequate resources. She also focuses on Small Group Studies, aiming to reorganize their structure and facilitate organized congregational studies. A key initiative is the development and teaching of a class designed to deepen individual faith journeys, with plans to expand this by training other leaders. Laura's leadership roles encompass overseeing the Prayer Ministry, implementing a digital strategy for engagement, restructuring small groups, and creating spiritual pathways for congregational growth. This comprehensive approach requires support in terms of volunteers, funding, training, and time allocation within work schedules.
Key Points:
Spiritual Growth Integration: Weaving spiritual growth opportunities into various church programs.
Prayer Ministry Enhancement: Developing a digital prayer wall and prayer groups with needed resources and volunteer support.
Small Group Studies Revamp: Organizing congregational studies and reorganizing the small group structure for more effective engagement.
Faith Development Class: Creating and leading a class to help individuals grow in their faith, and training others to teach it.
Leadership and Oversight: Managing the Prayer Ministry, implementing digital strategies, and creating spiritual pathways.
Resource and Support Focus: Emphasizing the need for volunteers, funding, training, and accommodating these activities in work schedules.
Community Engagement: Encouraging participation from attendees, volunteers, and leaders for a more connected and spiritually enriched community.
Strategic Outcome: I want all people to follow Jesus
WORSHIP
Jesse Hamble
Jesse is passionately focused on creating an engaging and compelling worship experience, both online and in-person. His goals are centered on increasing attendance in both realms. By organizing and effectively utilizing all physical spaces, he aims to enhance the in-person worship experience. Additionally, Jesse is keen on creating short-form content for online platforms, aiming to boost engagement and reach a wider audience. An integral part of his plan involves equipping both the worship and technical teams with the necessary skills to enrich the overall worship experience. Jesse's vision is to cultivate a dynamic and immersive environment for worship, ensuring that every aspect, whether digital or physical, resonates with and inspires the congregation.
Key Points:
Dual Focus on Worship: Enhancing both online and in-person worship experiences to be more engaging and compelling.
Boosting Attendance: Aiming to increase both online and in-person attendance through dynamic worship strategies.
Effective Space Utilization: Organizing and utilizing all physical spaces to optimize the in-person worship experience.
Innovative Short-Form Online Content: Creating short-form content for online platforms to engage a broader audience.
Team Skill Enhancement: Equipping worship and tech teams with advanced skills to strengthen the worship experience.
Engaging Worship Experiences: Developing both short-form online and impactful in-person worship sessions to boost engagement.
Holistic Worship Approach: Combining technology, space management, and team development for a more immersive worship experience.
Strategic Outcome: Cultivate an engaging an dynamic worship experience - online and in-person.
FOR CHIPPEWA
Pam Moran
Pam is dedicated to expanding the church's outreach through strategic partnerships and community involvement. She aims to collaborate with three specific local missions: Agnus Table / Barnabus, CareLink, and the Hub. Her approach includes mobilizing volunteers, securing funding for resources, providing training, and integrating these activities into work schedules. Additionally, Pam focuses on addressing the needs of Parkview Elementary, such as weekend meals for kids and winter gear, including a mitten tree project. Her vision extends to partnering with community events and local businesses, like Paint the Town Pink, Pure Water Days, and Earth Day, again emphasizing the need for volunteers and resources. Pam's overarching goal is to ensure the church becomes a visible and caring presence in the community, through targeted local initiatives and partnerships.
Key Points:
Local Mission Partnerships: Collaborating with Agnus Table / Barnabus, CareLink, and the Hub to address community needs.
Supporting Parkview Elementary: Providing weekend meals, winter gear, and organizing a mitten tree for students.
Community Event Engagement: Participating in local events like Paint the Town Pink, Pure Water Days, and Earth Day.
Resource Allocation: Emphasizing the need for volunteers, funding, and training in all outreach activities.
Work Schedule Integration: Balancing outreach efforts with work schedules for maximum participation and effectiveness.
Community Visibility: Aiming to make the church a recognized and caring figure in local issues and events.
Comprehensive Outreach Approach: Combining partnerships, community service, and event participation to care for and engage with the local community.
Strategic Outcome: I want institutions to see us, and for Central to care about our community.
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Sarah LeMay
Sarah plays a crucial role in overseeing the diverse objectives of the church's team, focusing on leadership development, coaching, and accountability. Her responsibilities include guiding individuals like Kellee, Laura, Jesse, and Pam in their respective areas of Family Ministry, spiritual growth, worship experience, and outreach opportunities. Sarah ensures that each leader is effectively developing and implementing their strategies, from organizing worship spaces to partnering with local missions. Her leadership is pivotal in maintaining alignment with the church's vision and values, providing continuous support, and fostering an environment of growth and responsibility.
Key Points:
Leadership Oversight: Managing the church's team and their diverse objectives for maximum impact.
Development and Coaching: Focusing on the growth and skill enhancement of team leaders.
Strategic Guidance: Assisting in the implementation of various church initiatives and programs.
Ensuring Accountability: Maintaining a standard of responsibility and alignment with church goals.
Supportive Leadership: Providing continuous support to team members for effective ministry execution.
Vision Alignment: Ensuring all activities are in line with the church's overarching vision and values.
Strategic Outcome: Foster team development and align church programs with the overarching vision.
Updated: November 30, 2023