Is your congregation an evangelizing community? An Evangelism Assessment for Churches

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1-2

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7-10

2. We offer programs for those wanting to explore Christian faith (e.g. Alpha):

Never

Occasionally

Regularly

3. We publicize our activities (through flyers, posters, door hangers, word of mouth) in the neighbourhood:

Never

Occasionally

Regularly

4. When visitors come to our church, we find that they are likely to return:

Never

Occasionally

Regularly

Please rate your congregation on a scale of 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent) in response to the following statements:

5. When newcomers attend our church, we make them feel welcome and at home from the moment they arrive at the door till the moment they leave.

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5

6. Our leaders and many of our members understand the importance of evangelism and are enthusiastic about it.

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5

7. Many of our members are confident and relaxed in sharing their faith.

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5

8. We run several events each year intended as “easy access” events (either on Sundays or at other times during the week) for new people who may not yet be Christians.

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5

9. A suitable portion of our annual budget is allocated to evangelism (e.g., evangelistic programs, hospitality for new people, etc.)

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5

10. Our sermons are readily accessible to those who have no Christian background.

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5