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Laity Insight on District Support

As we look toward the future of United Methodism in the North Georgia Conference of The United Methodist Church, I would greatly appreciate your input in regard to the ministry of our District Superintendents and our District Strategic Growth Teams.  Their relationship with the local church is vital to our connectional system and your insight as a lay person is invaluable. 
—Bishop Dease
1.How often do you have conversations with your District Superintendent?
2.In your opinion, how important is the ministry of the District Superintendent?
3.How much attention does the local church need from the District Superintendent?
4.How much attention does the local church need from the District Office?
5.How would you rate the availability of your District Superintendent?
6.The District Superintendent’s role is defined in the Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church as a “Mission Specialist.”  How well does the District Superintendent in conjunction with the District Office foster innovation and creativity in mission and ministry?
7.In your understanding, what is the role of the District Strategic Growth Team (DSGT)?
8.How effective has the District Strategic Growth Team been in strategic planning for the district? 
9.Are there adjustments that you feel would benefit the District Strategic Growth Team's work? 
10.Describe the type of District Support that is most helpful for clergy
11.Describe the type of District Support is most helpful for Local Church Lay Leadership
12.Please share any other insightful input below
13.My church is in a (select all that apply)
14.My role at my local church is (select all that apply)