WellSprings' 2023 Engagement Survey

The 2020s have been a decade of change for so many people, just as they have been for our congregation. As we emerge from the pandemic, we're hoping to get a sense of where you are, now. Your answers to the two questions below will help us better understand the shape of our community today.

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* 1. In what ways did you connect with our community over the past 12 months? (check all that apply)

Subscribed or followed WellSprings online (YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.)

Attended Sunday services online

Attended Sunday services in-person

Attended a special event (e.g. holiday service, retirement celebration, potluck, day of service)

Discussed WellSprings with friends/neighbors and shared about my experiences here

Invited a friend/neighbor to attend a WellSprings program with me

Participated in an online small group (Springboard, SoulBite, Meditation drop-in, Campfire group, etc.)

Participated in an in-person small group (Springboard, SoulBite, Meditation drop-in, Campfire group, etc.)

Received pastoral support (talked with a minister/intern, planned a memorial service or wedding with support from WellSprings)

Received practical support (meals delivered, rides, help with a health issue, referrals to community resources)

Enrolled my children in youth programs (e.g. YouthSpirit, OWL, YouthBridge activities, Nursery care)

Used our message series Resource Guides to support my own spiritual growth, or for conversation with family and friends

Made a one-time financial contribution (i.e. a gift in the hat, an online donation, gift to a special fund or project)

Made a regular financial contribution (i.e. a scheduled recurring gift on Realm, an auto-payment from my bank, mailed checks on a recurring schedule, etc.)

Volunteered my time on a Team or Ministry

Served in Senior Leadership

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* 2. Participation in all kinds of communities ebbs and flows, over time. We ask this question hoping to better understand where you are, right now. The fit may not be exact, but from the four categories below, which best describes how you intend to connect with our community over the next 12 months? (please read through all options and choose one)

Follower
· Encourage and support the work of WellSprings
· Share about my experiences at WellSprings with neighbors and friends
· Subscribe or follow us online
· Keep up as I can with the happenings of the congregation

Friend
· May attend services (whether online or in-person) on special Sundays or holidays
· Participate in special events and groups as fits my schedule and interest
· Subscribe or follow us online, keep up with congregational news
· Provide support with an annual financial gift, in any amount

Member
· Plan to attend services (online or in-person) regularly
· Pledge my financial support to the congregation on a regular schedule
· Maintain regular connections through participation in groups, volunteering for special events, or serving on a Team
· Receive pastoral care and community support through life changes
· Vote for leaders at the annual Congregational Meeting

Partner
· Attend services (online or in-person) most Sundays
· Prioritize giving to the congregation, in my own financial planning
· Provide ongoing service on a Team or Ministry
· Participate in decision-making within my Team or Ministry (or, if I serve as a Senior Leader, on behalf of the whole congregation)

Check this box if you no longer wish to stay connected to our community, and would like to be removed from the WellSprings database and e-mail list.

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* 3. Is there anything else you’d like us to know? (Feel free to ask questions, share thoughts about how you’d like to connect in the future, or request to have someone reach out for further conversation.)

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* 4. Contact Info:

Name

Email Address