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MCC Sydney 2024 Pastoral Search Survey
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1.
If MCC Sydney employs a Pastor, would you like a full time or part time Pastor?
(Required.)
Full Time
Part Time
2.
Which primary responsibilities of the Pastor do you think/feel should be most important when considering candidates for Pastor?
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2 Of Little Importance
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5 Extremely Important
Serve as the primary pastoral and Spiritual leader of MCC Sydney
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4 Very Important
5 Extremely Important
Assures sound financial management of MCC Sydney
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2 Of Little Importance
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4 Very Important
5 Extremely Important
Works with the Board to develop a strategic direction for MCC Sydney
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2 Of Little Importance
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4 Very Important
5 Extremely Important
Serve as the Chief Executive Officer of MCC Sydney and Personnel Director in the leadership and management of MCC Sydney staff
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2 Of Little Importance
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4 Very Important
5 Extremely Important
Serves as the primary spokesperson for MCC Sydney to the media, other churches, denominations and LGBTQQIA organizations
1 Not Important At All
2 Of Little Importance
3 Important
4 Very Important
5 Extremely Important
3.
Which of the characteristics below are the most important in a person serving as Pastor?
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Transformational and inspirational leader who can work effectively with others
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4 Very Important
5 Extremely Important
Advocate for social justice and human rights
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4 Very Important
5 Extremely Important
A visionary who is able to present a picture of what MCC could look like
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2 Of Little Importance
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4 Very Important
5 Extremely Important
A preacher/teacher who understands and knows how to share MCC’s message of God’s inclusive love for the world.
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5 Extremely Important
Skilled and effective leader who is well-grounded in the dynamics and experiences of congregational life
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5 Extremely Important
4.
How important are the following skills, attributes and qualities in a person serving as the Pastor?
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5 Extremely Important
Has the ability to think, act and lead strategically and think “outside of the box”
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2 Of little Importance
3 Important
4 Very Important
5 Extremely Important
A leader who fosters faith, confidence, loyalty and trust
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4 Very Important
5 Extremely Important
Someone who possesses pastoral qualities and spiritual maturity
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2 Of little Importance
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5 Extremely Important
A person of integrity, humility, strong character and compassion
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2 Of little Importance
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4 Very Important
5 Extremely Important
Is a “bridge builder,” promoting unity and harmony in and outside of MCC
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2 Of little Importance
3 Important
4 Very Important
5 Extremely Important
Works to adapt and lead in response to changes in local, national and global realities
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4 Very Important
5 Extremely Important
Is capable of facing and leading others during times of conflict, addressing difficult issues when they arise
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5 Extremely Important
A person whose life is informed by scripture and prayer, with openness and knowledge of different faith traditions
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How important is it that the person serving as Pastor has the following background and/or prior experience?
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5 Extremely Important
Managerial skills and competency in financial management and budgeting
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5 Extremely Important
Experience working in diverse settings and among diverse people
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4 Very Important
5 Extremely Important
A strong foundation of biblical and theological knowledge
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5 Extremely Important
Negotiation skills with proven success in gaining consensus and resolving conflict
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5 Extremely Important
A proven record of building and sustaining a healthy organisation
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5 Extremely Important
Has ordained ministerial standing (or dual affiliation) in MCC
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2 Of Little Importance
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5 Extremely Important
Holds a Degree in Theology from a recognised University (or its equivalent)
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4 Very Important
5 Extremely Important
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6.
When our next Pastor is elected, what about that individual would inspire your faith and confidence? (Select up to 5)
(Required.)
Integrity
Humility/Compassion
Honesty/Trustworthy
Spiritual Maturity
Leadership/Visionary
MCC Experience, Track Record
Approachable, Down to Earth, Open, Sincere
Global perspective/Inclusive
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