Introduction
Launched in 2014, Mission Action Planning is a central part of Southwark’s Strategy for Ministry and Growth.
In March 2016 the Diocesan Synod overwhelmingly passed the vision for mission statement which relates the Five Marks of Mission to Mission Action Planning.
Overview of MAP
A Mission Action Plan (MAP) is a process of strategic planning that allows local churches to reflect on the opportunities and resources available to them, and helps them to direct their activities and decision-making over the coming years.
All parishes are asked to submit a MAP summary along with their MAP, using the template available in the ‘How To’ guide below. Please e-mail the summary and your MAP to your Area Bishop, Archdeacon and the Mission Support Officer, Jo Gavin. Please include the anticipated timeline for your MAP, the ‘to’ and ‘from’ dates, as we enter these onto the database.
Process
The heart of MAP is a process by which a church comes to understand its mission and put that into effect, rather than the product of a document. We aim to be Christ-centred and outward focused in all that we do.
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People to support Mission Action Planning
Joanne Gavin is the first point of contact for questions and support regarding MAP.
MAP Foundation Training
We run monthly MAP Foundation training sessions to equip and enable you to run and facilitate a MAP away day with your church. Our training sessions take place on a Tuesday afternoon or Thursday evening. SIGN UP HERE
We can also work with parishes and PCCs to support you in developing a vision and plan. Please contact Jo Gavin if you would like help with this, or if you are interested in the role of voluntary MAP facilitator.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I send our MAP?
Please e-mail your completed MAPs and your reviewed MAPs to your Area Bishop and Archdeacon, as well as the Mission Support Officer, Jo Gavin. Please make sure you have included the MAP timelines, the ‘to’ and ‘from’ dates, on your MAP document.
