1. Define, plan, and implement a blended worship service by 2010, review, and revise annually thereafter.
2. Provide excellence in worship that enlivens the spirit and enriches the mind on an on-going basis.
3. Develop a phased plan for improved use of technology for worship by 2010, with full implementation by 2014
4. Provide multiple, diverse worship experiences correlated to congregational growth and attendance.
Breakthrough Objective 2--Spirit of Generosity and Participation
Priority Actions
1. Implement a comprehensive stewardship program by 2010, update annually. 100% participation in generosity of time, talent, and treasure by 2014.
2. Develop and implement life cycle of giving program.
3. Maintain funds directed toward mission and community benevolence at 10% of our annual budget through 2014.
4. Create and fund a congregational benevolence program by 2011.
5. Every member and regular attendee volunteers four hours/month to ministry by 2014.
6. Grow pledge and plate contributions.
Breakthrough Objective 3--Spirit of Love and Welcome
Priority Actions
1. Achieve membership and attendance (more) representative of the St. Petersburg demographics (gender, race, and age) by 2014.
2. Create an on-going physical, social, and spiritual environment that facilitates a sense of welcome, love, and belonging for our GLBTQS community,.
3. Develop and implement an on-going education program in support of the transgender community by 2010.
4. Develop and implement a volunteer recognition program by 2010.
5. Create a safe space and supportive culture for gay youth for 2014.
6. Develop and implement a multi-media, marketing, and outreach program by 2010.
Breakthrough Objective 4--Spirit of Growth and Development
Priority Actions
1. Implement a leadership development program by 2010.
2. Develop and implement a spiritual and personal enrichment program for the congregation by 2010.
3. Develop and implement a personal enrichment program for the congregation and community by 2013.
4. 100% of members and regular attendees will complete a spiritual development course by 2012.
5. Educate the congregation in religious and cultural diversity by 2013.
6. Implement outreach/social programs to enhance positive congregational and community relationships by 2012.
7. Implement a conflict resolution and management program by 2011.