11/10/2025
Communications
Almost 80 AHUMC householdsâwhich contribute roughly 60% of our annual ministry fundingâhave completed the churchwide Grow Together survey.
Thank you for your participation!
The survey remains open for anyone who would like to participate.
You can read the Vision Case Statement for more information on the purpose, proposed solutions, and funding needs of Grow Together.
A SUMMARY OF YOUR RESPONSES THUS FAR:
1. Do you believe the plans described in the Grow Together Vision Case Statement are aligned with and essential to AHUMCâs purpose to welcome all people, build community, share Godâs love, and serve the world?
YES
91%
UNSURE
9%
NO
0%
2. How important are the projects to "enhance spaces for children and youth" to AHUMCâs mission and ministry?
VERY IMPORTANT / IMPORTANT
99%
NOT IMPORTANT
0%
UNNECESSARY
1%
3. How important are the projects to improve "first impressions" to AHUMCâs mission and ministry?
VERY IMPORTANT / IMPORTANT
90%
NOT IMPORTANT
9%
UNNECESSARY
1%
4. How important are the projects to "improve accessibility" to AHUMCâs mission and ministry?
VERY IMPORTANT / IMPORTANT
96%
NOT IMPORTANT
4%
UNNECESSARY
0%
5. How important are the projects to "update gathering spaces" to AHUMCâs mission and ministry?
VERY IMPORTANT / IMPORTANT
91%
NOT IMPORTANT
6%
UNNECESSARY
3%
6. How important are the projects to support "worship, outreach, and event initiatives" to AHUMCâs mission and ministry?
VERY IMPORTANT / IMPORTANT
95%
NOT IMPORTANT
3%
UNNECESSARY
2%
7. After reviewing the phased implementation plans outlined for Grow Together, how supportive are you of these plans?
VERY SUPPORTIVE
73%
SUPPORTIVE
24%
NOT SUPPORTIVE
0%
OPPOSED
3%
8. How well has AHUMC communicated with you about the plans under consideration?
VERY WELL
70%
WELL
25%
NEEDS IMPROVEMENT
5%
9. Do you feel AHUMC has the right leadership for a successful capital campaign?
YES
100%
NO
0%
10. In your opinion, for the last 12 months, AHUMCâs momentum has been:
MOVING FORWARD
78%
HOLDING STEADY
22%
MOVING BACKWARD
0%
11. If AHUMC votes to proceed with the Grow Together capital campaign for some or all of the projects, will you prayerfully consider a financial commitment over three years in addition to your contributions to the annual budget?
YES
90%
DID NOT ANSWER
10%
YOUR COMMENTS:
"It is a well-planned and implemented campaign and I heartily agree that this is the next step in meeting the needs of the community in which we live, worship and fellowship."
"I think Case Statement is very well put together, and I appreciated the list that prioritizes projects over time."
"Now is a perfect time to launch a project like this, which could be transformative for our church."
"Don't be afraid to take risks to achieve our mission!"
"Itâs time to update our facilities and renew our mission."
"All of these areas of renewal are essential if we are to continue to be relevant in the present and future."
"I believe renovating the childrenâs spaces and the exterior of the church will provide a warmer and more welcoming environment for both new attendees as well as the congregation. A capital campaign at this stage seems to make the most sense."
"We believe each of these projects is dependent on the other to be effective and beneficial."
"We are very proud of the way church leadership has managed the difficulty of the last several years. We feel the momentum turning back toward growth and excitement. We see a positive transformation toward welcoming all in a congregation that is more diverse in many ways. Growing participation in children's programming is essential for our future."
"We feel strongly about enhancing our children's ministry, outdoor space and building refresh. It's time."
"I support the campaign and direction the church is moving. The communication of the effort, as well as the pacing of the rollout, has been great."
"We need to do this for future generations."
"We strongly believe in and support our leaders in moving forward with catching the church back up financially and in our facilities."
