Eltham Park Baptist Church

Faith to Share and Care

COMMUNITY SURVEY

Our motto is “Faith to Share and Care”. We want to find the best ways to demonstrate a caring faith to our neighbours. We want to hear your views about what “church” should actually be – what would you like the local church to provide? We think it is important to listen to the views of our local residents so that we are better placed to show just how relevant and welcoming our church can be – and so that we can provide practical prayer and support for our community.

We are anxious to know your opinions. It would mean a lot to us if you would tell us who you are – but please submit a form anonymously if you prefer. We will use the opinions of our friends and neighbours to change the way our Church works.

WE WILL NOT CONTACT YOU UNLESS YOU ASK US TO.

WE WILL NOT SHARE THIS INFORMATION TO ANYONE ELSE.

Firstly, about YOU …

What is your gender?

Male

Female

What is your ethnicity?

Black

White

Asian

Other

What is your age band?

Under 20

21 to 40

41 to 60

61 to 80

Over 80

How many times a year do you visit a church?

Never

Yearly

monthly

weekly

more often

Regarding your visits to Church – do you feel ...

Church is irrelevant

it’s not a priority for me

I‘ve been - I don’t like it

I didn’t feel welcome

I love attending church

What do you think the Church priorities should be?

(Please indicate in the table by clicking the buttons)

I don’t know

Not important

Not a priority

Important

Top priority

Declaring and protecting traditional Family life and values

Addressing local issues of crime and responsibility

Supporting and petitioning our national leaders and politicians

Campaigning about World affairs and justice for all

Devoting our time to Prayer

Teaching and preaching within the local Church

Something else that is important (tell us what!)

Which of these things would make you want to come to Church more often?

(Please indicate in the table by clicking the buttons)

This would not appeal to me

Good Idea, but not for me

I might come more

I would be keen to come

Attractive and appealing Church premises

A personal invitation by a visit to my door by one of the Church Leaders

A warm welcome whenever I come

A regular flyer listing up to date Church events and information

Meetings on a weekday (not just a Sunday)

Free activities for my children

Topical meetings (open political or ethical debates, expert or celebrity guests)

Social activities (classes or clubs such as dance or DIY)

Free events (music, performing arts, or stand-up comedy)

Relaxed introduction courses about the existence of God, the historical Jesus, miracles, or spiritual experiences

Something else (tell us what!)

What do you consider to be the most important features that Church should provide to you?

(Please indicate in the table by clicking the buttons)

I can manage without this

I expect this when I need it

I really need this now

Prayer whenever I need it

Help when I am bereaved

Help if I have relationship problems

Company when I am alone

Help to understand religious matters

Something else (tell us what!)

Would you like us to contact you?

THIS SECTION MAY BE LEFT BLANK - ONLY TELL US CONTACT DETAILS IF YOU WANT US TO RESPOND

No thanks

Please visit my house

Please telephone me

Please eMail me

Tell me more about the Church

Tell me more about God and Christianity

Please tell us you name if you feel comfortable to do so

Please tell us your house or email address if you feel comfortable to do so

Please tell us your telephone number if you feel comfortable to do so

Please make any other comments here:

Thank you so much for helping us – we really do appreciate your time and would love to thank you in person – please do come and say hello soon.

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Office Address:

32a Westmount Road

Eltham

LONDON

SE9 1JE

What do you think the Church priorities should be?
(Please indicate in the table by clicking the buttons)	I don’t know	Not important	Not a priority	Important	Top priority
Declaring and protecting traditional Family life and values
Addressing local issues of crime and responsibility
Supporting and petitioning our national leaders and politicians
Campaigning about World affairs and justice for all
Devoting our time to Prayer
Teaching and preaching within the local Church
Something else that is important (tell us what!)

Which of these things would make you want to come to Church more often?
(Please indicate in the table by clicking the buttons)	This would not appeal to me	Good Idea, but not for me	I might come more	I would be keen to come
Attractive and appealing Church premises
A personal invitation by a visit to my door by one of the Church Leaders
A warm welcome whenever I come
A regular flyer listing up to date Church events and information
Meetings on a weekday (not just a Sunday)
Free activities for my children
Topical meetings (open political or ethical debates, expert or celebrity guests)
Social activities (classes or clubs such as dance or DIY)
Free events (music, performing arts, or stand-up comedy)
Relaxed introduction courses about the existence of God, the historical Jesus, miracles, or spiritual experiences
Something else (tell us what!)

What do you consider to be the most important features that Church should provide to you?
(Please indicate in the table by clicking the buttons)	I can manage without this	I expect this when I need it	I really need this now
Prayer whenever I need it
Help when I am bereaved
Help if I have relationship problems
Company when I am alone
Help to understand religious matters
Something else (tell us what!)

Would you like us to contact you? THIS SECTION MAY BE LEFT BLANK - ONLY TELL US CONTACT DETAILS IF YOU WANT US TO RESPOND
No thanks	Please visit my house	Please telephone me	Please eMail me
Tell me more about the Church		Tell me more about God and Christianity
Please tell us you name if you feel comfortable to do so
Please tell us your house or email address if you feel comfortable to do so
Please tell us your telephone number if you feel comfortable to do so