Includes bibliographical references and index.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Pt. 1. Prepare to sail! : the preparation for strategic planning. Preparing the boat : a pre-launch checklist -- preparing the crew : assessing readiness, steps 1-6 -- laying a spiritual foundation : assessing readiness, step 7 -- Pt. 2. Set the course! : the process of strategic planning. Discovering core values : why we do what we do -- Developing a mission : what we are supposed to be doing -- Creating a vision : the kind of church we want to be -- Introducing the ministry strategy : the final step in the strategic planning process -- Discovering the ministry community : developing a strategy -- Making mature disciples : developing a strategy -- Building a ministry dream team : developing a strategy -- Determining the best ministry setting : developing a strategy -- Raising the necessary finances : developing a strategy -- Pt. 3. Launch the boat! : the practice of strategic planning. Implementing the strategic plan : where we begin, when, and with whom -- Evaluating the ministry : how we are doing.