UCC Strategic Plan 2023 – 2025
STRATEGIC GOALS AND PRIORITIES
We are called to participate in the Great Commission of leading people into a saving relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. UCC administration, directors, pastors, church delegates, and Executive Committee have prayerfully worked together to identify 14 primary strategic goals under which we can, by God’s grace and through His Holy Spirit, fulfill the Great Commission in UCC and beyond.
Our desire is to also be totally open and fully surrendered to God’s miraculous leadings as we work alongside Him to grow His kingdom. Therefore, we anticipate
Him leading us to other significant special initiatives and projects as we journey with Him and follow the leading of His Holy Spirit.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 1.0
UCC SPIRITUAL REVIVAL, GROWTH, AND UNITY
Facilitating Conference-wide Initiatives for Spiritual Revival and Growth
To accomplish UCC’s strategic plan, first we need to foster personal spiritual revival and a deeper relationship with and commitment to Christ.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 2.0
COMMUNICATION OF CORE VALUES AND ACTIONS
Communicating UCC Core Values and Actions
Any successful spiritual entity begins its journey by communicating its mission, vision, core values, and core actions to all its members.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 3.0
VIBRANT CHURCH REVITALIZATION
Developing Healthy and Vibrant Local Churches
Every church depends on healthy practices to grow spiritually and to lead others to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 4.0
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & EVANGELISM
Practicing Christ’s Method Alone
We are a people who believe our greatest and highest potential is found in loving God, serving others, and growing His kingdom.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 5.0
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & EVANGELISM
Sharing Christ’s Love through Relevant Evangelism
We value and desire to build authentic relationships wherever we live, work, and worship that will lead people into a personal saving relationship with Jesus Christ.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 6.0
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & EVANGELISM
Sharing the Principles of Health and Wholeness with our Community
Health ministries provides cutting-edge information and training so that every UCC Church can extend the healing ministry of Jesus to their community.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 7.0
EXPANDING MULTICULTURAL MINISTRIES
Expanding UCC Multicultural Ministries and Evangelism
God is calling us to recognize, respect, interact with, and intentionally minister to the distinct ethnic and cultural groups in UCC.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 8.0
ADVANCING ADVENTIST EDUCATION
Creating World-class Seventh-day Adventist Schools
We believe in the transforming power of Adventist Education so every learner can excel in faith, learning, and service to the glory of God.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 9.0
MINISTRY TO CHILDREN, YOUTH, YOUNG ADULTS & ADULTS
Enhancing our Ministry to Children
The mission of Children’s ministries is to nurture children into a loving, saving relationship with Jesus.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 10.0
MINISTRY TO CHILDREN, YOUTH, YOUNG ADULTS & ADULTS
Growing our Youth Ministry
The vision of UCC Youth ministries is to empower leaders to impact youth for Jesus.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 11.0
MINISTRY TO CHILDREN, YOUTH, YOUNG ADULTS & ADULTS
Engaging and Empowering Young Adults
Young adults desire a meaningful faith experience and vibrant community that will empower them to navigate their increasingly complex lives. Our goal is to strengthen young adult ministry throughout UCC.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 12.0
MINISTRY TO CHILDREN, YOUTH, YOUNG ADULTS & ADULTS
Ministering to Adults
Adults wish to encounter God in new and meaningful ways, build lasting friendships, and work together to serve others in our communities.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 13.0
CAMP MIVODEN
Improving the Ministry of Camp MiVoden
A comprehensive evaluation and assessment of the ministry and facilities of Camp MiVoden is needed to ensure its continued success.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 14.0
CAMP MEETING
Evaluating the Ministry of Camp Meeting
Camp Meeting has traditionally been a place where we are reminded of our faith in God, gather with our larger UCC community, and recognize the need for evangelism and discipleship.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 15.0
GOD'S MIRACULOUS LEADINGS
Implementing Spirit-led Initiatives and Projects as God Leads Us
As we surrender to and follow the leadings of the Holy Spirit, we can anticipate other special Spirit-led initiatives to unfold to God’s glory.