Christ on Capitol Hill Vision Summit Join together with others from Christ on Capitol Hill to discern God's vision, shared with us, for the next steps in the future of Christ's shared ministry. How is God calling us to prioritize in these coming months and years? Whom does God imagine that we will become given the assets (people, resources, kitchen/facilities) that we have now? Where is God inviting us to learn and grow? Question Title * 1. Diverse people How do we focus our welcome/hospitality to... diverse people 3 years from now?------In this first section, there is a list of various people who join in that we may have a particular ability to welcome at Christ on Capitol Hill. Think about the assets that newcomers have to offer and the assets that our present community has to offer. In what ways should we focus to make sure new folk know God's/our welcome?----Our church should more intentionally welcome and invite:Please pick your top 3. Children and parents of young children (12 and under) Youth (13-18) Young adults (18-30) People who are retirees and elders People who are LGBTQIA+ People whose first language is not English Those who do not necessarily consider themselves Christian Those who are struggling to meet basic needs (shelter and food) People who are immigrants and refugees People living with mental illness and addiction Adoptive and multicultural families People who have different viewpoints and values People who are seeking a sense of community/belonging Other (please specify) Question Title * 2. Brought Together By the Grace of GodIn what ways should our church be nurturing/strengthening people who gather here in 3 years? (in-reach)Our church should invest ourselves, our resources, and our staff to:Please pick your top 3. Ministry to children (12 and under) Train and support parents who are raising children Ministry with youth (age 13-18) Ministry with young adults (18-30) Ministry with middle-age adults Enhance our ministry with retirees/elders Offer visits to those who are homebound and respite for caregivers (those who care for a family member) Intergenerational ministries Teach basic spiritual practices for daily life (prayer, meditation, etc) Teach the Bible Offer more opportunities for worship each week Facilitate the use of this building by diverse groups Monday-Saturday Identify gifts of every person and determine how each wants to use their gifts Expanding our electronic communications to be in better communication with the worshipping community Other (please specify) Question Title * 3. To Share Our Gifts In what ways should our church be reaching out beyond our walls 3 years from now? (outreach) Our church should:Please pick your top 3. Find ways to get to know the stories and gifts of neighbors, residential and transient, who are not part of any church Partner with local hunger organizations and provide opportunities to volunteer Renew connections with Interfaith Action and participatein its programs (i.e. Project Home... volunteering with homeless) Provide regular opportunities to advocate for social justice, racial equity Find new ways to begin or host support groups (i.e. grief groups, recovery groups, wellness groups) Provide regular opportunities for partnering with global mission partners (i.e. Tanzania, Guatemala, Young Adults in Global Mission, etc.) Form new partnerships with other area congregations to share ministry opportunities (i.e. youth events, shared service, etc) Find new ways to connect with our closest residential neighbors Find ways to expand our presence in social media to connect with neighbors Partner with ministries working to end trafficking, exploitation Partner with ministries working to care for the earth Provide regular opportunities to partner with the Saint Paul Arts Community Support organizations that serve refugees/immigrants; building relationships Support ministries in Daily Life (i.e. workers downtown) Other (please specify) Question Title * 4. Reason for Being What will you want from Christ on Capitol Hill 3 years from now? The church exists:(please think about this section in light of right now, in COVID)Please pick your top 3. For people to experience, worship, and honor God For people to be shaped by God, learn, and grow in faith As a witness to/lift up multicultural leadership For people to contribute in some way to God's work for the world For people to be spiritually made whole For people to be strengthened in faith and hope For people to be inspired and motivated for Christian living For people to hear something different from the dominant culture's narrative As a rally point for people to prepare for the week ahead, spiritually and emotionally For people to be reminded of God's love and mercy For people to care for others To be like a family for all those who need family Other (please specify) Done