We want to thank everyone who participated in the recent church-wide survey. The church board appreciates your input on the key traits or characteristics you find important in the future senior pastor of our church. We received many excellent thoughts during the survey process and while the information is too large in volume and diverse to include everything, it is our hope that this summary accurately represents the spirit of the church family as we seek God’s direction in finding our new pastor. As your church board we continue to solicit your prayers and support during this time of transition. God has great things in store for BFC in the future!

Your Church Board

Pastoral Trait Profile

Personal

    1) Relational
    2) Authentic/humble
    3) Youthful/energetic – familiar with current culture
    4) Respected and represents BFC well - local community/city/state
    5) Biblical concept of marriage and family

Leadership

    1) Preacher/Pastor
    2) Mission minded: endorses vision e.g. Swaziland, inclusive Christian community and expands that vision
    3) Dynamic, strong leader of church and staff
    4) Respects BFC’s history but not bound by tradition

Ministerial

    1) Strong ability to cast a vision
    2) Strong ability to communicate with all ages
    3) Emphasis on evangelism
    4) High quality Biblical preaching with a Wesleyan emphasis that is theologically responsible
    5) Prayer focused