Poll: Economic Challenges

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* My personal finances are:

in excellent shape

in good shape

okay, but need improvement

in real trouble

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* I would describe my knowledge of personal finances as:

Beginner

Competent

Expert

Clear

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* The biggest financial challenges I personally face:

Insufficient income to meet my family's needs and pay my bills

Unpredictable or irregular income

Managing my debt (e.g., loans, credit cards)

Paying taxes I owe

A poor credit score

Not saving enough

Not enough for retirement

Affording health care

Not sure how to invest

A lack of financial knowledge

Other (please specify)

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* I think my church’s finances are:

in excellent shape

in good shape

okay, but need improvement

in real trouble

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* I would describe the administrative and operational aspects of my church as:

Needing Improvement

Average

Strong

Clear

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* I think my church/ministry struggles with:

Raising money

Budgeting and financial planning

Strategic planning and goal setting

Administrative and follow-up tasks

Compliance (e.g., legal, policies/protocols, insurances)

Facility/building maintenance issues

Recruiting and retaining volunteers or staff

Other (please specify)

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* I feel burned out and/or emotionally exhausted:

Rarely (less than once a month)

Occasionally (1 - 2 times a month)

Frequently (once a week or more)

Constantly (almost daily)

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* I have these emotional support systems in place:

Regular counseling or therapy

Occasional counseling or therapy

Spouse, family, or close friends to talk to

Peer support groups

Prayer

Exercise, playing sports

Taking vacations

Relaxing activities (e.g., watch TV, massage, hobby, nature break)

Other (please specify)

None of the above

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* In the community/neighborhood where my church/ministry is located, I am:

Very engaged (I know the residents and business owners, I'm aware of the issues, and actively working to solve problems)

Somewhat engaged (I have a few relationships, I'm aware of some issues, and the community knows me but I could probably do more)

Occasionally engaged (we really only host activities like holiday and back to school giveaways)

Not really engaged (because I’m more focused on my church)

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* When trying to meet the needs of my community, I face these obstacles:

Lack of funding

Lack access to or knowledge of resources

Limited understanding of the issues or needs

Limited interest or not enough willing workers

Resistance to change or new ideas

Not sure what to do or where to start

Feeling overwhelmed by the level of need

Other (please specify)

None of the above

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* Where do you live?

City

State

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* Optional: What is your name?

First

Last