The way forward

We will embark on an ambitious plan to transform the life of the Anglican Church in Tasmania over the coming years. The heart of strategic planning within a church is our relationship with God. Therefore, our work is a spiritual process

Seven principles should guide this work:

  1. Be faithful to our relationship with God and one another.
  2. Develop and implement plans at every place of calling and responsibility.
  3. Examine every aspect (theology, demographics, economics, etc) of our diocesan community and propose plans that reflect these aspects.
  4. Think big and do not be afraid to take risks and ask big and difficult questions.
  5. Listen to one another with open minds and undefending hearts.
  6. Explore and identify the relationships and resources essential to carrying out our ministries.
  7. Invite broad and open contribution to the process.

Reports to Synod 2005

Every parish, agency, school, organisation, committee and council should work to develop a set of long-term goals and annual objectives for presentation to the Synod of 2005.

Process

  • This document will form the basis for discussion and activity at all diocesan events during 2004 and 2005.
  • All agents of the Church will seek ways to understand God's purposes for them resulting from this document.
  • Mission Support Officers and other Diocesan Officers will meet with all parish councils and committees to assist in the process.
  • The Bishop will meet with the CEO and Board of each school and agency to discuss the implications of this document.

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