Description
This article from ResourceUMC describes the SMART goal concept. With the understanding that congregational leaders need to operationalize broad church goals into concrete steps, this article describes what makes a goal "SMART" and how to ensure an objective is Specific, Measurable, Actionable, Relevant, and Time-Bound.
Features
- Links to related resources
Practical Applications
- Share this article with your strategic planning team to develop a shared language around SMART goals.
- Test your congregation's current goals against the SMART standard to ensure your work aligns with the church mission in an actionable way.
