2012 Ministry Review

Cornerstone Bible Church

Opening comments

• Review strengths and weaknesses• Admit we are still growing• Choose one or two specific actions

Strengths

A- Elder LeadershipThe elders care for, protect, and lead the congregation,as the Bible instructs them to do.

B UnityIn general, there is a feeling of unity and fellowshipin our church.

B- SermonsThe Sunday morning sermons are helpfulfor my spiritual growth.

Elder Leadership

Instructing, leading the congregation in prayer, leading the church in a Biblical manner

Handling matters that come up as the need arises before they turn into big problems.

Being available to talk to. having an aproachable spirit, willing to listen, even if they disagree.

Elder Leadership

Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not pursuing dishonest gain, but eager to serve; not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock.

1 Peter 5:2-3

Unity

Friendships!! The time after the service and lunch is a great time to get to know each other. I have never been to a church that knows each other this well. In fact, it's been only at Cornerstone that I know everybody's name!

The best thing about the fellowship of our church is that we make ourselves available to each other each Sunday morning as we ask about each other's lives.

Unity

Some of the children feel there are cliques forming, and feel left out. i don't know exactly how to address this. I've instructed my own to look for those who are by themselves and invite them to join the play or conversation, and to stand with a group and listen and comment on the topic being discussed, but above that, I don't know what to tell them.

Unity

All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of their possessions was their own, but they shared everything they had.

Acts 4:32

Sermons

The clear teaching and the power points.

Deep, challenging messages and a willingness to take a stand on "controversial" issues.

I really appreciate how Pastor Knocker takes time out of his week to put the sermons together. I also like that they are very interresting.

Sermons

It's hard to hear over the chairs rattling, etc. and pastor is soft spoken.

Weaknesses

F Personal DevotionsOn average, I spend time in devotional Bible studythis many times a week.

F Patience with ChildrenI struggle with anger and impatience toward my children.

F Missions: JusticeOur church cares for the poor, the sick,the widows, the fatherless, the oppressed.

Personal Devotions

Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.

But his delight is in the law of the Lord; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.

Psalm 1

Patience with Children

The Wrong Pattern• Child does not do what you want.• You are– frustrated (because you cannot control)– embarrassed (by how that makes you look)

• You react in anger.

What is the right pattern?

Patience with Children

Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not pursuing dishonest gain, but eager to serve; not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock.

1 Peter 5:2-3

Missions: Justice

Our church cares for the poor, the sick,the widows, the fatherless, the oppressed.

• Today’s work day• “Is there anyone in Asheboro willing to ride to

Siler City on Thursday nights with a mom and her non verbal Autistic son?”

• Other ideas?

Deacons Strengths

Helping set up every Sunday AM

Their willingness to serve and help where needed.

Deacons Areas for Improvement

• Two specific criticisms• Add another deacon (1 Timothy 3)• Work towards goal

Mid-week Activities

Mid-week "home groups" are missed, but this might not be feasible with the drive that some families would have to make.

I would like to see some occasionally. I can see how it would be hard due to everyone living so far from each other...but still beneficial.

1:30

1:20

Mid-week Activities

• Continue as is.• Except, try to mix it up a little bit more.• Stay on Sunday afternoon whenever possible.

Sunday Afternoons

1. Fellowship meal2. Women’s meeting3. Leadership meeting (and sewing)4. Men’s meeting

Women’s Meeting

The women's fellowship time is providing a ‘safe’ place for us to open up and share our burdens with one another and pray for one another. It is nice to know I am not alone in my struggles in this Christian life and it is good for us to pray for and encourage one another. I believe this will produce much growth in our lives and in our relationships!

Women’s Meeting

I think the women's accountability meeting should be dissolved… I get a lot of accountablilty from my husband. I am not looking for this on Sunday with other women.

Sunday Afternoons

1. Fellowship meal2. Women’s meeting3. Love and Respect DVD?4. Men’s meeting

Church PlanningWhat should we work towards first?

59% A church building18% I'm not sure12% Outreach6% A full-time pastor6% Several elders sharing preaching

Financial Stewardship

50% We are financially supportingCornerstone the way that the Lordwould have us do.

50% We are *not* financially supportingCornerstone the way that the Lordwould have us do.

Plan on Church Building

• Continue saving money.• Put a classified ad in the Courier Tribune.

Suggested StudiesGenesisActs, early churchGenesis and RevelationRepentance.HebrewsRevelation and any other book about prophecy.Way of the Master: Advanced partRevelationRevelations, and ProverbsRomansGenesis, Revelations, Psalms, Proverbs. JobRevelationHow to share the Gospel; 1,2,3 John; 1,2 Corinthians; 1,2 Peter; GalatiansRevelationSpiritual Gifts

Suggested StudiesGenesisActs, early churchGenesis and RevelationRepentance.HebrewsRevelation and any other book about prophecy.Way of the Master: Advanced partRevelationRevelations, and ProverbsRomansGenesis, Revelations, Psalms, Proverbs. JobRevelationHow to share the Gospel; 1,2,3 John; 1,2 Corinthians; 1,2 Peter; GalatiansRevelationSpiritual Gifts

I would like to add…

I'm praying for more people to join Cornerstone.

What happened to the drums??

I really appreciate Cornerstone. It's the best church my family has ever been to. Everybody gets along, agrees with each other, mentors each other, and is friends with each other.

I would like to add…

I would like to see parents doing a better job of keeping their children in their seats during the sermon. I realized we have a lot of small children who are still being trained and I am not talking about that. Please have your kids get water, snack, and a bathroom break during greeting. There is no reason a child over 6 needs to get up 5 times during a 45 minute sermon.

I would like to add…

I think I would really like something for the youth of the church to do. Definitely NOT a youth group, but maybe a service project of some sort. I've been looking for ways to be of some help to my community...or my church.

I love my church :)

Action Items

Wally to put ad in Courier Tribune.Wally to start series on Revelation.Wally to address specific weakness.Sound guy to increase volume on mic during sermon.Parents to pray for and practice shepherding God’s flock that is under your care. Deacons to address specific criticism.Congregation to “test” Daniel Bausum’s qualifications as deacon (1 Timothy 3:3-8) by November 4.

Action Items

Everyone to build relationships with every other person. Everyone fellowship with every other household.Everyone “…in his Law doth he meditate day and night.”Congregation to look for opportunities to serve the poor, the sick, the widows, the fatherless, the oppressed Several people organize child care during DVD study.Everyone financially support your local church.