Community Minister Research
Seeking the current statistics, responsibilities, and effectiveness of outreach leaders across America.
Why Research Community Ministers?
Community Ministers can be found all across America, but they look as different as the communities they serve. Still, their fundamental mission is the same:
Inspire congregations to bring about meaningful change in their community through Christ-like service!
By knowing more about WHO these people are, WHAT they do, and the STRUGGLES they face, churches everywhere can be better equipped to support their CMs and effectively reach their communities.
Who is a Community Minister?
A Community Minister is a committed Christ-follower who:
Works to connect local churches and non-profit organizations to meet the needs of their community
Holds a full-time, part-time, or volunteer position that is connected with a church or a non-profit.
Possesses a title like: Local Missions Pastor, Outreach Director, Community Impact Coordinator, Etc.
Bottom Line: CMs care about seeing Christ followers live on mission by serving the people in their own backyard!
If that sounds like you…
Significant Discoveries
Nearly 1/2 of CMs interviewed so far are the first person to serve in their current position.
69% of CMs said that they have unclear expected results from their leaders.
58% of those interviewed came into this role from another church staff position.
Only 1/3 of CMs interviewed had attempted to interact with government agencies to affect local change.
The consensus among CMs is clear:
There is a huge need for training and connection in their field!
What some Community Ministers are saying…
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![Launa]()
“It was so therapeutic to talk about what I do for the local church! It allowed me to speak openly about wins and challenges, which helped me to realize how blessed I am to serve others in this position.”
Launa
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![Keith]()
“If your church has a heart for outreach, I would highly suggest participating in the interview process. It was enjoyable, encouraging, and informative.”
Keith
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“It really helped me think through some things. I look forward to seeing the finished research.”
Byron
Want to see more research?
Anyone who goes through the interview process receives our research report as a complementary gift. CMs are invited to participate regardless of whether or not they choose to join the CM Network.