Strategic Planning

In June 2020, after an extensive strategic planning process that included congregational input, the Board of Directors approved revisions to our Mission and Vision Statements. The Board also approved five goals and top areas for focus or improvement for each goal to be accomplished over the next three years. These goals and priority actions are identified below.
GOALS	PRIORITY ACTIONS
Engagement: Offer dynamic programming that builds belonging and engagement.	Reinvigorated teen programming Improved 2nd–5th grade programming More focus on being welcoming and inclusive (e.g., to mixed marriage and same sex couples, people with special needs, those of various levels of observance)
Spirituality: Deepen the spiritual life for the Beth El community.	Worship services that preserve our traditions, yet evolve to be relevant to our lives today Broadened options for spirituality (e.g., music, yoga, dance)
Community: Expand compassion and healing within and beyond Beth El’s walls.	Expanded programming to serve and care for seniors Sustained focus on Tikkun Olam, social action/social justice
Leadership: Develop greater leadership capacity throughout the congregation.	Clergy model that supports strategic vision and priorities Improved board recruitment, development and functioning Expanded staff training Engaged lay leadership
Operations: Ensure appropriate systems and resources to support the aspirations of Beth El.	Improved communications (transparency in decision-making, platforms such as the website) Realistic three-year financial model Appropriate staffing Increased focus on engaging and mobilizing volunteerism