4. Strategic Planning

The idea in strategic planning is to develop ongoing strategies that will help achieve the mission of the church and, therefore, move the church toward realizing the accomplishment of its vision.

The principle of strategic planning helps a new work see that it must become intentional regarding the steps it must take to accomplish its mission.

After studying itself and its community, a new work can intentionally develop specific strategies. Once strategies for mission achievement have been developed, the process continues with setting goals, developing action plans, and assigning responsibilities. It is also wise to build into this process clearly defined accountability.