A healthy congregation is moving toward health, a direction of hope rather than an accomplished state. The dream is owned by an elite few. Decision making, problem solving and goal setting are top-level functions only. During crisis, members withdraw and blame each other. Territory is defended.
Leaders feel isolated and act alone.
Personal needs are less important than organizational goals. Innovation is surrendered to tradition. Disagreement is discouraged. The dream is owned by a broad base of members. Group participation in decision making, problem solving and goal setting is a common practice.