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An Overview of the History of Cranbrook Alliance
Church This powerpoint presentation is intended to be a
supplement to the document “A Brief History of Cranbrook Alliance Church” posted on this website. Please read this document prior to making use of this powerpoint presentation.
This powerpoint provides additonal data and observations about God’s working in and through Cranbrook Alliance.
The purpose of this information
The first major step in preparing for the
Pastoral Search process. To present a big picture story of
Cranbrook Alliance Church. To explore how this information
affects us. To pray for God’s wisdom and
guidance. To consider how our future vision will
have continuity with the past.
Key Questions in the Transitional Process
Questions addressed by the history document and powerpoint:
Who were we? Who are we now? What is our context?
(internal/external)
Future questions to be answered prior to search:
What do we believe about engaging our community?
Who do we hope to become? (Vision) ● What is God saying to us about the future? ● What is the Lead Pastor’s role in shaping vision? What kind of leader(s) do we need?
Who were we? 1950 - 1979
Started as a mission – missionary/pastor leader.
A strong start – established with facility by 1953.
Focus – children, youth, evangelistic events.
A high pastoral turnover rate. 10 pastors came and went in the
first 27 years. One of those ten stayed for 8 years. 9 Pastors came and went in the
other 19 years.
Who were we? 1950 - 1979
A church that developed its facilities with a hands on Pastor-led process.
1950, 1955, 1969 building programs all led by the Pastors.
A “God will provide” perspective in facility development.
Who were we? 1950 - 1979
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City of Cranbrook grew from 3,500 to 15,000
Cranbrook Alliance grew from - 25 to 200
1950 1960 1970 1979
Who were we? 1950 - 1979
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$20,000
$40,000
$60,000
$80,000
$100,000
$120,000
$140,000
Income 1948 – 1979 - $398.00 to $140,000.00
Who were we? 1950 - 1979
The idea of continued growth was well established.
Consistent ministry focus – children, youth, missions, evangelistic events, preaching.
Solo Pastor led the charge in evangelism. A pattern of “grow – build – expand” well
established. The church facility served as an aid to
ministry. The identity of Cranbrook Alliance as a
growing evangelistic fellowship.
Who were we? 1980’s The “build it and they will come”
paradigm was a common practise within the Alliance denomination at this time.
Many Alliance churches embarked on significant building programs in the 1980”s.
Who were we? 1980’s
An ambitious newfacility proposal both challenged andresonated with thecongregation.
Who were we? 1980’s Serious internal and external
challenges to the building program arose – cost overruns, an economic downturn, high interest rates.
Who were we? 1980’s
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450
Attendance 1979 - 1990420
200
297
1980 1984 1990
In 1985 the church experienced its firstprolonged decline in attendance.
Who were we? 1980’s A multiple staff model was adopted Staffing – 2 Senior Pastors
3 Associate Pastors 3 Youth Pastors
Energy focused on survival, facility. Outside help was needed from both
lenders and denomination. Identity of the church was being shaped
by the facility. The church’s reputation in the community
suffered. Facility was not an aid to ministry as in
past.
Who were we? 1980’s The church discovered a sense of
hardiness. “we survived and prevailed, Praise
God!” Trust in strong, directive leadership
style was fundamentally altered through the 1980’s.
“Build it and they will come” did not succeed.
Congregational turnover became normalized.
A church of 300 with a $2.5 million debt load by the end of decade.
Who were we? 1980’s Is the dream to fill the building still
alive? To what extent? How prevalent?
Who were we 1990’s Survival mentality
slowly faded. Intentional plan to focus on ministry was developed. Focus on reaching into the community
Who were we 1990’s A collaborative leadership style
emerged. Strong staff team was developed. A 12 year pastoral tenure – Tom
Nevius. Decade of the 1990’s – a strong
decade of ministry in the history of the church.
Growth became normalized once again.
Who were we 1990’s Steady growth in attendance –
300 to 500
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500Attendance 1990 - 2000
1990 1995 2000
300
500
350
Who were we 1990’s
$0
$500,000
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,000,000
$2,500,000
$3,000,000 Debt Reduction 1990 - 2005
The church pursued a steady debt reduction program.
$2.5 million
$970,00
$313,00
$0
Who were we 2000’s A challenging decade for the church. Pastoral team changes in early years
of 2000. An Interim Pastor served the church
from 2002 – 2004. A shift to internal focus – church as
safe haven.
Who were we 2000’s A gradual decline in attendance.
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50
100
150
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300
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450
500500
342
2000 2002 2004 2006 2008 2010
400
Who were we 2000’s Shift away from a collaborative
leadership style. Shift in Sunday morning service
style. Some challenging events to address. A need to reduce staffing positions. Considerable pressure on the Board
of Elders. Ongoing ministry to children, youth,
worship, small groups and missions remained strong.
Missions Income 1980 - Present
$0
$20,000
$40,000
$60,000
$80,000
$100,000
$120,000
$140,000
$160,000
$180,000
$40,000
$170,000
1980 1990 2000 2010
$65,000
$100,000
Who are we now? What you said about Cranbrook
Alliance Church
The results of the Basic Level of Church Health
survey conducted in the fall of 2011.
Who participated?
Members 66%
Non-Members 34%
Total number of responders - 70
Who participated?Length of time attending Cranbrook Alliance
Length of Time
0.0%
5.0%
10.0%
15.0%
20.0%
25.0%
30.0%
1 > 1 year 2-4 years 5-10 years 10-20 years 20 years plus
2%
10%
23% 23% 24%
Age
0.0%
5.0%
10.0%
15.0%
20.0%
25.0%
30.0%
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Who participated – by Age
Age 20s 30s 40s 50s 60s 70s
191814
3 97
Our Sunday Services are meaningful and relevant in the lives of the people in our congregation.
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We have an effective strategy to impact our community for Christ
Strongly Disagree
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We have a strong sense of connection with one another in our church family.
Strongly Disagree
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Spiritual growth of believers is intentional and effective.
Strongly Disagree
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As a church community we are being trained and equipped for ministry and service.
Strongly Disagree
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Our church develops plans that enable positive movement towards clear goals and objectives.
Strongly Disagree
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Our church has an effective structure that is organized to help us accomplish our mission.
Strongly Disagree
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Our church provides many opportunities to be involved in ministry.
Strongly Disagree
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Our church has an effective prayer emphasis that positively impacts our ministry.
Strongly Disagree
MildlyDisagree
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Our facilities are adequate to meet our current and future ministry needs.
Who are we now? Survey results about being ready for
change . . . .
45%40%
15%
72%
20% 8%
68%
27%5%
45%
35%
20%
50%
41%
9%
45%
35%
20%
55%
36%
9%
50%
27%23%
Who are we now? Strengths
An enduring fellowship. A congregation seeking Vision from
God. Active in a variety of ministries. A worshipping body of believers. An intentional transitional focus. A highly intergenerational
congregation.
Who are we now? Observations
A church that has not really embraced the large church idea to date. (has never exceeded 500 in average Sunday morning attendance)
The church experienced a steady recovery in the 1990’s.
Still recovering from the loss of a strong staff team in 2002.
Experiencing a measure of “conflict fatigue”
A church with a sense of its God-given hardiness.
A church with a solid long term core.
Who are we now? Statistics
Approximately 600 people call Cranbrook Alliance Church “home”
370 are married – 230 are single
7 baptisms in 2011
Congregation by Age
30s 10%40s 17%
50s 17%
60s 12%
70s plus 7%
Young Adult 10%
Youth, 13%
Children 14%
Who are we now?Conversions and Baptisms - 1980 - Present
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120
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180 Conversions Baptisms
160
90
Who are we now? $125,000 + annual operating cost 2000 –
2010 (this figure includes the costs of keeping the facility operational -
utilities, custodial, insurance, maintenance, repairs, fire safety, security, telephone, snow removal)
The church facility is now 30 years old
$0
$20,000
$40,000
$60,000
$80,000
$100,000
$120,000
$140,000
$160,000
$180,000
$200,000
$110,000
$160,000
2000 2005 2010
Who are we now? Vision Searching for a clearer sense of
vision, past statements include the following:
“Family, Friendly, Faithful to Jesus”
“To love Christ Jesus and make Him known” “To share God’s love by leading people into a life
changing relationship with Jesus Christ”
“Celebrating God’s Love, Building God’s Family”
“Making More and Better Disciples” “The worship of our Lord, the fellowship of His
people and our witness to the world”
Who are we now? Observations
A preference for a collaborative leadership style.
Variety of different visions/values. Somewhat restless for change. Seeking clarity of destiny and purpose. Unlikely to consider a building program for
a long time. Deeply committed to ministry to children,
youth, missions, evangelism, worship and preaching.
Still a strong, large congregation in this community.
What is our context?
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1012141618
%
0-5 6-11 12-14
15-17
18-29
30's 40's 50's 60's 70's 80+
Age Comparision Church to Community
% Church% Community
%
What is our context in Cranbrook?
Total population (2009 figures) City – 19,160 Surrounding area – 25,750 Trading/Service area (150k radius)
– 73,000Income and Family Stats Median income - $58,000 Total number of families – 5400 Married – 3760, Common – law 730 Single parent female – 765, male -
140
What is our context?Projected Population Growth to
2030 Since 1976 an average growth rate
of 1% Projections for the future Growth Rate Projected
Population 1.2 % 25,000
2.0 % 30,0002.5 % 35,000
Where are we now? Canadian context
% of Canadians who attend church weekly
1985 2005 age 15 to 24 23% 16%
age 25 to 44 25% 16% age 45 to 64 39% 22% age 65 over 42% 39%
* Provided by the Evangelical Fellowship of Canada – Understanding Faith and Trends Seminar 2009
What is our context? Canadian context
% of population that is Evangelical By attendance 4% By membership 5% By affiliation 11%
* Provided by the Evangelical Fellowship of Canada – Understanding Faith and Trends Seminar 2009
Where do we go from here?
We will use this information along with listening prayer and continued dialogue to seek answers to the questions:
Who do we hope to become? (vision)
What is God saying to us about the future?
What are we uniquely called to be and do?
Which leads to . . . What kind of leader do we need?
Clear answers to these questions will prepare us to engage in the Pastoral Search process.
Need more information?Contact Daren Wride – Transitional
PastorCranbrook Alliance Church
