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Begin a conversation with our team by completing a brief survey. Please answer each question entirely and provide any information you think would be helpful for our team to consider. Your submission will be reviewed and one of our team will conact you shortly. Should your have any additional questions, please email our team at HopeForChurches@scbaptist.org.

Your Name

Your primary role *

Pastor

Church Staff

Interim/Transitional Pastor

Deacon

Member

Other

Your Email Address *

Your Phone Number *

Name of Church

Church Mailing Address *

Address

Zip

City

State

Country

Is the church affiliated with the South Carolina Baptist Convention? *

Choose the the name of the church’s local Baptist Association membership *

Please list the names of those currently serving in leadership and making decisions for the future of the church.

What is the employment status of your current pastor? *

What concerns do you have about the future of your church? *

What are you hoping to accomplish through a conversation with our team? *

Has your church experienced an attendance decline for more than three years? *

What is the current financial status of the church? (choose all that apply) *

Currently paying monthly bills on time

Spending money from our reserve account

Able to meet budget needs each month

Unable to financially support a full time pastor

We have things we need to spend money on but don't have adequate funds

If the current trends continue in both attendance and giving, do you fear that your church will have to close in the next 3-5 years or less? (Please explain) *

How would you describe the condition of your current facilities? (choose all that apply) *

Well maintained

Under-utilized

Some deferred maintenance

Significant repairs needed

Good location in the community

Debt free and paid for

Which of the following best describe the ministry and mission of the church? (Choose all that apply)

Choose any and all that apply to your church

Baptisms are celebrated often

Most members are utilizing their gifts in service to the church

Many members are participating in missions

Young families are consistently involved in the ministries of the church

Our effective prayer ministry is transforming lives and our community

Our love for one another and unity are often talked about by people in our community

What options, if any, has your church considered to improve their current status? *

What other information would you like to share with our team about the current status of the church? *

In what ways can the South Carolina Baptist Convention assist your church at this time? *

Do you give SCBC consent to share this information with your local Baptist association? *

Hope for Churches Survey