Valley Church Ministry Opportunity & Promotion Process


At Valley Church, we love seeing people take initiative to build relationships, study God's Word, serve others, and create opportunities for spiritual growth and community. We believe God often works through ordinary people who are willing to step out and lead. At the same time, not every opportunity can receive the same level of support, promotion, or church resources. To steward our people, facilities, staff time, and communication channels well, Valley Church evaluates each request according to mission alignment, leadership readiness, available resources, and ministry priorities. This process exists to help us partner wisely while encouraging ministry initiative throughout our church family.


Please review the following information, and then click the link at the bottom of the page to fill out the required Ministry  Reqest Form.



New Ministry Pathways

We believe ministry happens through the whole body of Christ, not just through official programs or church events.


The New Ministry Pathway helps us walk alongside new ideas and opportunities to discern the best next step. Some ideas may simply need encouragement and prayer, while others may benefit from additional support, resources, or ongoing ministry partnership.


These pathways help us determine the appropriate level of involvement, communication, resources, and leadership support while faithfully stewarding the people and opportunities God has entrusted to Valley Church.


Pathway 1: Personal Ministry Initiative

A follower of Jesus living on mission.


These are opportunities led by members or attenders that help build relationships, serve others, and encourage spiritual growth but are not official ministries of Valley Church.


Examples:

    • Neighborhood Bible studies
    • Hobby groups
    • Recreational activities
    • Informal gatherings
    • Community service projects

Valley's Role:

    • We celebrate and encourage these efforts.
    • Individuals may invite others personally.
    • Activities are not promoted as official Valley Church ministries.
    • Church resources are generally not provided.

Pathway 2: Church-Supported Opportunity

A ministry opportunity Valley helps encourage and equip.


These are opportunities that align with Valley Church’s mission and values and may receive specific support while remaining primarily led by the individual or ministry leader.


Examples:

    • Bible studies
    • Book studies
    • Discipleship groups
    • Specialized ministry opportunities
    • Seasonal classes

Possible Support:

    • Church sign-up page
    • Website listing
    • Announcement loop
    • Limited facility use
    • Staff coaching and guidance


*Support is determined based on ministry priorities, timing,  and available resources.*


Pathway 3: Valley Church Ministry

An ongoing ministry opportunity fully connected to Valley's mission, leadership,, and ministry structure.


These are ministries that become part of Valley Church's ongoing ministry strategy and receive regular leadership, oversight, and support.


Examples:

    • Small Groups
    • Valley 101
    • Ministry training initiatives
    • Church-wide discipleship programs
    • Major outreach efforts


Possible Support:

    • Full communication support
    • Sign-ups
    • Calendar priority
    • Budget consideration
    • Staff oversight
    • Sunday morning promotion when appropriate

Communication & Promotion Guidelines


Because time and attention are limited during Sunday gatherings, Valley Church reserves Sunday morning announcements for church-wide priorities.


Valley Church uses intentional ministry rhythms throughout the year, including group seasons and off-season opportunities. Timing and promotion decisions are made with these rhythms in mind so ministries complement one another rather than compete for the same space, leaders, and participants.


Sunday Morning Announcements

Generally, opportunities announced from the stage should:

    • Impact approximately 80% or more of the congregation; OR
    • Be a major church-wide initiative; OR
    • Be a significant time-sensitive opportunity approved by church leadership.

*Approval of a ministry opportunity does not automatically include a Sunday morning announcement.*


Other Communication Channels

Approved opportunities may be promoted through:

    • Church website
    • Sign-up pages
    • Weekly email
    • Announcement loop
    • Social media (when appropriate)

*The communication channel selected will depend on the audience, timing, and strategic importance of the opportunity.*


Request Timeline

To allow adequate time for review, planning, and communication, requests should be submitted at least four weeks before promotion or launch is desired. Requests submitted less than four weeks in advance may not be able to receive communication support.


Evaluation Criteria

Church leadership may consider the following questions when reviewing requests:


Mission Alignment

    • Does this opportunity help people follow Jesus, grow spiritually, or build biblical community?

Theological Alignment

    • Are the leadership and materials consistent with Valley Church's beliefs and values?

Leadership Readiness

    • Is the proposed leader spiritually mature and prepared to lead others?

Strategic Fit

    • Does this opportunity support the church's current ministry direction, goals, and seasonal rhythms?

Resource Stewardship

    • Do we have the facilities, volunteers, staff time, childcare, equipment, and communication capacity needed to support this request?

Congregational Impact

    • Who will this opportunity serve, and what level of promotion is appropriate for that audience?


*Church leadership reserves the right to approve, modify, postpone, or decline requests based on these considerations.*