In this section you will find documents which provide answers to the question ‘How do we produce a MAP?’ There are similarities about the process used by dioceses or groups of churches and this usually includes:
- A review of the starting point
- Establishing a Vision for the future
- Choosing Priorities
- Deciding on Actions and Goals
- Communicating to those involved
- An emphasis that the process is cyclical (usually MAPs are published annually)
Blackburn Diocese:
Map Matters in Blackburn Diocese - A booklet describing the MAP story so far and the MAP process
A document template to assist in writing up a MAP - ensuring that all essential parts are included
Exeter Diocese:
Guidance on the creation of Mission Action Plans, including examples for a single congregation and a group of rural congregations
Lichfield Diocese:
2003 briefing notes for clergy by the Bishop of Shrewsbury
Ideas discussed in 2005 between the Bishop of Shrewsbury and others leading the development of Mission Action Planning in the Shrewsbury Area
London Diocese:
The full version of the guidelines produced by the Edmonton Episcopal Area, including background information, an example of a MAP, and detailed appendices
Notes expanding the Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Timed goals related to Mission Action Planning
A framework for taking action in Mission Action Planning
SWOT Analysis Chart. A simple aid to Mission Action Planning
York Diocese:
Maps 2 Resources Pack. This pack includes a step by step guide to MAP making, background resources, a diocesan mission statement and suggested scripture readings and prayer. All the material included in this pack can be downloaded from the York diocesan website, which also includes the text of the booklet ‘The Story So Far’ (1999-2004) which gives a full history of the York Living the Gospel Mission Action Plan process from its beginning
Llandaff Diocese:
A one page pictorial representation of the MAP process in 2006
A detailed look at the MAP process including recommendations for parishes in different situations
