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Planning

First published on this website in June 2022 and last updated in November 2026

Words: 1900
Size: 170 kB
Themes: Planning

Synopsis

These notes are written for churches setting up a business activity (such as running a playgroup or letting out rooms) or anyone setting up a mission agency which requires financial support.

It offers a list of 26 items, set out in five categories, for what might be included in a business or strategic plan. The categories are:

  • The basics
  • Services
  • Support
  • Finance
  • Marketing

The points in the Marketing section, to give one example, are:

  • Your website
  • Marketing budget
  • Outsourcing
  • Legal issues
  • Names who support you.

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Author's notes

These notes were updated in November 2026 with minor amendments to both text and layout.