In this talk we cover the importance of having a long-term vision and mission for your ministry. Most ministries do not have a well-conceived, organized strategic direction. But a strategic plan is so much more than words on a page. It provides a roadmap for relationships so everyone involved in your ministry, including staff, board, trustees, volunteers, donors and other stakeholders all know what the journey is – and more importantly where they can join you on the journey.

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Gregory Long is an author, speaker, consultant, and elder in his church. 35+ years of ministry leadership & fundraising experience steeps every conversation and presentation. Including mistakes! He has taught non-profit leadership and management at the undergraduate and graduate level. He has presented at two previous ELF conferences and 3 mid-winter ELF conferences, and serves as a faculty presenter for the ELF Organisational Development and Fundraising Network. He currently serves as CEO and senior advisor to The NonProfit Authority, specializing in strategic planning, development, and full service consulting for ministries around the world. Greg’s leadership book, based on the story of Nehemiah, God’s Powerful Vision for Your Life; The BIG Idea is available at Amazon. He has been married to Elaine for nearly 40 years, and together they walk with Jesus, hike, camp, and canoe.

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