They agree that barring an emergency, they will not be diverted from these objectives. Leaders trust one another, respecting the work each does. They resist micromanaging. Committees, because they are trusted, can delegate to smaller task forces or teams of three to five people much of the work they previously did themselves. This prevents leader burnout.
Core leaders express a positive, proactive style.
They offer their vision and understand their mission well enough to share it publicly. It is reflected in the newsletter and announcements. Small group entry points are created for newcomers. Each month there are one or more opportunities for new people to meet one another and become integrated. Lay leaders are visible, active participants in the Sunday service, trained to share their faith and spiritual perspectives just as the professional staff share theirs.