Episode 70: Determining Metrics & Measurements for Progress

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Summary

In this conversation, Melissa interviews Brandon about the importance of metrics and measurements in parish leadership. They discuss the key metrics that parishes should focus on, such as attendance, giving, small group activity, serving, sacraments, and engagement. 

 

Brandon emphasizes the need for accurate data and setting measurable goals. He also shares the tools and methods they use to collect and analyze data, including manual head counts, church management systems like Ministry Platform, and free tools like Church Metrics. 

 

Brandon explains how they use metrics to make informed decisions and communicate with the parish community, highlighting wins and sharing stories of life change. He also discusses the impact of tracking discipleship steps and cross-step promotion in their parish. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of measuring progress and using data to drive discipleship and ministry.

 

Brandon also  shares how he takes discipleship metrics and uses them to drive ministry and make an impact in the parish. He gives an example of how they targeted dads of kids in their Quest program and invited them to join a men's small group. This resulted in about 50 dads joining small groups and meeting while their kids were in religious education. Brandon emphasizes the importance of aligning metrics with the mission and vision of the parish and how metrics can inspire new ideas and drive discipleship growth. He also discusses the balance between quantitative and qualitative metrics and the value of telling stories of life change.

Takeaways

• Metrics and measurements are important in parish leadership to track progress and determine success.
• Key metrics to focus on include attendance, giving, small group activity, serving, sacraments, and engagement.
• Accurate data is crucial for making informed decisions and setting measurable goals.
• Tools like church management systems and free tools like Church Metrics can be used to collect and analyze data.
• Metrics can be used to communicate wins and stories of life change to the parish community.
• Tracking discipleship steps and promoting cross-step engagement can lead to increased involvement and deeper discipleship.
• Metrics can be used to drive ministry and make an impact in the parish.
• Targeted outreach based on metrics can lead to increased engagement and discipleship.
• Metrics should align with the mission and vision of the parish.
• Balancing quantitative and qualitative metrics can provide a more comprehensive understanding of parish life.
• Telling stories of life change can inspire and engage parishioners.

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