2019 Clergy Appraisal Form Clergy Appraisal Date* MM slash DD slash YYYY Church Name* Church Zip Code* Pastor Name* First Last Pastor Email Address* SPRC Chairperson Name* First Last SPRC Chairperson Email*This email will receive a confirmation. SECTION I: Characteristics and qualities of pastoral leadershipSection 1 gives feedback about the growth opportunities that will enhance the pastor’s leadership. It is not measuring performance. Below the term Not Yet means there is important growth needed in this area to better serve the congregation. Select the phrase that best represents your assessment. A “Not Yet” may be a new term for you. It means that we believe that everyone has the capacity to improve and indicates that a leader may not be meeting expectations but with a desire to improve and support, the individual can improve in an area. Please note: Some questions on the appraisal ask for you to assess several qualities of the pastor at once. You should consider each question holistically. Think of it like baking a cake. You may have good ingredients and your mother's favorite recipe, but unless you bake it at the right temperature, it will be a "not yet." AttitudeCheck all that apply. Inspires passion and desire to get involved in others Pastor demonstrates consistently Is a learner - open to learning from others, reads and listens to grow understanding and intellect, attends workshops, and takes initiative to grow his/her ministry skills to benefit the ministry of the congregation and community ministry Pastor demonstrates consistently Keeps confidences when private information is shared Pastor demonstrates consistently Is an encourager of people and ministries Pastor demonstrates consistently Perseveres through difficult challenges and situations Pastor demonstrates consistently Demonstrates humility and healthy confidence Pastor demonstrates consistently Accepts and treats all people the same regardless of race, gender, class, age, education, culture, and faithful member or non-member Pastor demonstrates consistently Demonstrates a servant’s heart Pastor demonstrates consistently Has a joyful and hopeful spirit Pastor demonstrates consistently Is authentic, transparent and genuine with people and in written and oral communication Pastor demonstrates consistently The pastor has a great attitude toward the ministry, congregation and community. Strongly agree Agree Not yet HealthCheck all that apply. Has deep and abiding faith that is witnessed in ministry and personal life Pastor demonstrates consistently Balances personal, family and ministry time Pastor demonstrates consistently Models faith through personal piety and service to others Pastor demonstrates consistently Expresses emotions appropriately and is sensitive to how others feel Pastor demonstrates consistently Is a positive witness to good health and takes care of her/himself Pastor demonstrates consistently The pastor demonstrates spiritual, emotional and physical health for leadership in the church. Strongly agree Agree Not yet CareCheck all that apply. Listens to others and seeks to understand before trying to be understood Pastor demonstrates consistently Is emotionally healthy – has a pleasant attitude, connects well with people in the congregation and community, engages appropriately in difficult conversations Pastor demonstrates consistently Has self-awareness – understands how she/he comes across to others and is sensitive to what others think and feel Pastor demonstrates consistently The pastor demonstrates a caring spirit and is aware of others needs and feelings. Strongly agree Agree Not yet Strategic ThinkingCheck all that apply. Thinks strategically Pastor demonstrates consistently Plans ahead and identifies the necessary steps for ministries Pastor demonstrates consistently Takes complex concepts and makes them understandable Pastor demonstrates consistently Understands the people in the community and thinks about how to effectively serve the community and help the congregation develop strategies to reach new believers and serve the needs of the community Pastor demonstrates consistently Knows and understands the state of the church’s finances, worship attendance and progress toward congregational vitality Pastor demonstrates consistently The pastor plans, organizes and carries out ministry to grow disciples, the mission and the congregation. Strongly agree Agree Not yet Time ManagementCheck all that apply. Spends time wisely Pastor demonstrates consistently Reports and arrives on time to meetings and gatherings Pastor demonstrates consistently Comes prepared to meetings and activities Pastor demonstrates consistently The pastor uses time efficiently and punctual and prepared for church meetings and activities. Strongly agree Agree Not yet SECTION 2: Evaluating the 5 areas of effective pastoral leadershipSection 2 is designed to evaluate the identified skills and vocational competencies of pastoral leadership. 1. TrustCheck all that apply. Follows through with commitments Pastor demonstrates consistently Is consistent in treating people fairly and honestly Pastor demonstrates consistently Is reliable – on time, faithful, and consistent Pastor demonstrates consistently Places trust in parishioners and their abilities Pastor demonstrates consistently The pastor builds and grows trust within the congregation and between him/herself and the members and as well as with the people in the community. Strongly agree Agree Not yet 2. Disagreement and ConflictCheck all that apply. Listens to others and respects the ideas of others Pastor demonstrates consistently Helps people to listen to each other so people feel heard Pastor demonstrates consistently Helps people to engage in meaningful conversation rather than ignoring or dodging difficult issues Pastor demonstrates consistently Is quick to get help dealing with conflict, particularly when the conflict is about or involves her/himself Pastor demonstrates consistently Addresses issues when they arise Pastor demonstrates consistently The pastor listens and honors others ideas and concerns, has a non-anxious presence in the midst of conflict, and leads individuals and the congregation to resolve conflict for the good of the mission. Strongly agree Agree Not yet 3. CommitmentCheck all that apply. Is on time for meetings and church functions and has reports and ministry materials in on time Pastor demonstrates consistently Is attentive and focused during conversations and meetings Pastor demonstrates consistently Has an enthusiastic spirit for the ministries of the church and activities within the community Pastor demonstrates consistently Is faithful and follows through with tasks and assignments Pastor demonstrates consistently Inspires the congregation to deeper commitment with preaching, writing and teaching Pastor demonstrates consistently Articulates vision and ideas so that people understand and want to follow Pastor demonstrates consistently The pastor demonstrates and communicates commitment to the congregation, the community and The United Methodist Church. Strongly agree Agree Not yet 4. ResponsibilityCheck all that apply. Casts a relevant vision and communicates clearly the direction of the church Pastor demonstrates consistently Plans with the congregation and leads a vital and balanced ministry of worship, small groups, mission, stewardship, pastoral care, and discipleship Pastor demonstrates consistently Keeps the congregation informed about the congregation’s progress toward its mission Pastor demonstrates consistently Is well prepared for worship and meetings Pastor demonstrates consistently Leads the congregation to successfully meet its challenges Pastor demonstrates consistently Builds bridges within the congregation, between the congregation and the community, with other United Methodist Churches and with other ecumenical and faith partners Pastor demonstrates consistently Promotes a healthy relationship with and understanding of the denomination and the conference Pastor demonstrates consistently The pastor takes responsibility when challenges arise, initiates solutions, and is consistently prepared for worship, meetings and church activities. Strongly agree Agree Not yet 5. ResultsCheck all that apply. Establishes goals at the beginning of each year and shares the goals with the SPRC Pastor demonstrates consistently Achieves the goals. Many pastors are using S.M.A.R.T. Goals. SMART goals can be understood by googling SMART goals and reading articles about them. SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant to your ministry, Time specific Pastor demonstrates consistently Leads the church to deepen faith and better understand the Bible, the church and the community mission field around the church Pastor demonstrates consistently Organizes leaders and parishioners to accomplish ministry and tasks Pastor demonstrates consistently Inspires people in worship and meetings and increases their commitment to God and the church Pastor demonstrates consistently Leads the church to invite and welcome visitors/guests Pastor demonstrates consistently Grows worship attendance Pastor demonstrates consistently Leads to increase the number of new disciples and participation in small groups and hands-on community mission Pastor demonstrates consistently Leads to increase financial giving Pastor demonstrates consistently The pastor is leading so that the congregation is growing worship, its ministries and giving. Strongly agree Agree Not yet Overall AssessmentThe pastor is leading the congregation well and is meeting the congregation’s expectations Strongly agree Agree Not yet Written AssessmentWhat gifts, achievements and strengths do you identify in your pastor’s leadership?Written AssessmentWhat 1-2 areas do you want your pastor to further develop and grow? How will this help your pastor be a better leader?SECTION 3: Assessing section 2 of the appraisalWhich of the three responses below best identifies the committee’s responses. Follow the instructions for the section you select. The SPRC agrees the pastor is leading well. The SPRC agrees the pastor is leading well in most areas of leadership. The SPRC has concerns about the pastor’s leadership and/or relationship with the congregation. Identify 2-3 specific competencies (referencing the letters and numbers in the appraisal) in which you would like the pastor to continue to grow and develop. After meeting with the pastor, the SPRC chairperson is to complete the appraisal form on line and retain a copy with the SPRC files.The SPRC is to identify and clarify with the pastor expectations for specific competencies that the SPRC would like to further develop, using the Clergy Development Plan. Addressing these concerns immediately will prevent these areas from impacting the pastor’s overall leadership.The SPRC chairperson is to complete the appraisal form and contact Nicola Mulligan at nmulligan@gnjumc.org . You will receive specific information and support in setting benchmarks, a development plan, and a quarterly appraisal.Clergy who would like to respond to their evaluation should share their reflections via email to the SPRC chair with a copy to Nicola Mulligan at nmulligan@gnjumc.org
