Christian Education Survey, 2013

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1 Christian Education Survey, 2013 The Christian Education Ministries Office is here to serve you. CEM offers Educational resources such as curriculum and study materials; Equipping through training for lay leaders and consultation in Christian Education ministry development; and sponsoring Events for edifying spiritual life. By completing this survey you help us to direct our resources and efforts in the most helpful, efficient and financially responsible way. Every reply is read, used for planning and will receive a response. We greatly appreciate your taking time to complete it by checking the circles or writing in responses and returning it to: The Office of Christian Education 1 Cleveland Street, Suite 210 Greenville, SC Or fax it to us at: , attn.: CEM Please give CEM the name and contact information of the person whose area of responsibility is, and any other team leaders desiring information on CE events: Christian Education : Name Youth Ministry : Name Children s ministry: Name Adult ministry: Name Sunday school: Name Would you like to receive more information on what is currently happening in these areas through a phone call or personal contact? o Educational resources o Equipping through training and consultation o Events for spiritual growth

2 EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES: Have you used the online bookstore, ARPBOOKSTORE.com to find resources, curriculum and study materials? o yes, o no Were you aware: o all materials in our bookstore are approved by the Board of Christian Education o the bookstore is also a non-profit store with any return on sales being used for developing further resources and training to benefit our churches. o that our staff are personally available to help find any resources you may need As we continue to research the best in materials for your needs, which of these areas would be most useful to you? o Sunday School curriculum o Teacher s supplementary resources o Children s ministry resources o Youth ministry resources o Adult Bible study group materials o New believer materials o Digital resources o Spiritual life enrichment o Marriage and Parenting o Men s spiritual life studies o Women s spiritual life studies o Theological studies o Other In your adult classes or study groups, which do they use: o ARP Adult Quarterly o Books to read and discuss o Books with study guide o Workbook with leaders guide o DVD Have you heard that the ARP Adult Quarterly has a new editor, Dr. Mark Ross, and is available in a downloadable format? (ipad, Kindle, Nook) o Yes o no Which curriculum provider (publisher) do you use for your Sunday School classes:

3 Do you have a Sunday School program for the following ages: o Infants pre-school o Elementary o Middle School o High School o College and Career o Adults o Seniors o Other o Intergenerational Sunday School (one room class) Does your church use an alternative approach to traditional Sunday School for all ages? If yes, please describe it. Are you interested in materials that would promote and strengthen: o Bible verse memorization o Catechism o Family devotions What books, studies or materials have you used that you would recommend be considered for our ARP Bookstore? EQUPPING LEADERS and CHRISTIAN EDUCATION MINISTRY SUPPORT: Has your church participated in or conducted the following in the past year: o Teacher training for children s teachers o Teacher / leader training for youth team members o Teacher / leader training for adult ministry leaders o Elder / deacon training Did your church participate in a regional Disciple Makers Conference this year? (if yes, how would you evaluate its usefulness, professionalism and relevance? How would you change it to better serve the churches?)

4 What maximum distance (time or miles) would your church members be willing to travel to participate in a professional, inexpensive, day long training event for your church leaders? (for ex.: Disciple Makers Conference, 9-3pm; choosing up to 5 workshops) Have you attended conferences, seminars or workshops other than those offered by our denomination that have been of value to recommend to other ARP churches? Have you used trainers or training material that you would recommend for others to consider as being of benefit, and are compliant with ARP doctrinal standards? Do you have personnel recommendations for excellent speakers, teacher trainers or music and worship leaders? (please specify for which age group) EVENTS for Spiritual Edification: Does your church participate in the following denominational events: o Elder / Deacon training o Disciple Makers Conference Family Bible Conference o Youth Conferences: Horizon Quest o Camp Joy NC, o Camp Joy SC o Camp Joy Florida o Appalachia Missions Trip o BonSenior In which of the following ministries for children do you provide or participate: o VBS o Summer camp o After school Bible Club, CEF o Catechism club o Sunday evening program o Week night program o Scouting o Presbytery retreats o Whole family conference

5 Our church has the following types of ministry for youth: o Sunday evening o Week night group o Discipleship / mentoring ministry o Local missions opportunities o Missions opportunities o Sports ministry o Summer program o Scouting o Leadership training o Retreats / conferences Our church has a college and career ministry: (please describe) What ministries are available for your adults and / or whole families: o Sunday School o During the week Bible studies o Men s discipleship o Women s discipleship o Parent support ministries o Missions o Evangelistic outreach ministry o Fellowship opportunities o Community outreach o Family retreats / conferences Where is your church experiencing growth and to what do you attribute this? Please check any areas for which you would like further information: o Strengthening your CE team o Teacher and lay leader training o Youth ministry support o Resource and material recommendations Thank you for participating in this important survey. Your input and insight are valuable to us. Sincerely, Judi Hodges, Training Co-ordinator