Community Outreach & Needs Survey
  • First Baptist Church of Clare

  • Community Outreach & Needs Survey

  • 2026

  • Thank you for taking time to share your voice. This survey helps us understand our community's needs, spiritual journeys, and how our church can better serve you. Your responses are completely confidential and will be reported only in aggregate. The survey takes approximately 12-15 minutes. All questions are optional. Please check or circle your answers, or write in the spaces provided.
  • SECTION A: Community Needs & Priorities

  • A1. What are the most pressing needs in our community right now? *Select up to THREE that apply.*
  • A2. How would you rate the availability of community services to address these needs?Circle the number that best reflects your view.
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  • A3. How important is it for our church to offer each of the following services or programs?

  • A4. Are there any services or programs you or your family currently use in this area?

  • Select all that apply.
  • A5. What barriers, if any, prevent you or others in your household from accessing services when needed?

  • Select all that apply.
  • Barriers to accessing services:
  • A6. How do you prefer to receive information about community services, events, and programs?

  • Select all that apply.
  • How do you prefer to receive information about community services, events, and programs?
  • SECTION B: Your Connection to Our Church & Faith Background

  • How are you currently connected to First Baptist Church of Clare? Select all that apply.
  • B2. How did you first hear about First Baptist Church or this survey?
  • B3. Do you currently identify with a particular faith tradition or religious background?
  • B4. How important is faith or spirituality in your daily life?
  • B5. Have you ever been actively involved in a faith community (church, synagogue, mosque, temple, etc.)?
  • B6. If you are not currently involved in a faith community, what is the main reason? (Skip if not applicable)
  • B7. Would you be interested in learning more about [Church Name] or visiting for a service or event?
  • SECTION C: About You (All Questions in This Section Are Optional)

  • The following questions help us understand who we are serving so we can tailor our programs and outreach more effectively. All responses are anonymous and reported only as group totals — never individually.
  • D1. What is your age?
  • D2. What is your gender?
  • D3. How would you describe your racial or ethnic background? (Select all that apply)
  • D4. How many people currently live in your household, including yourself?
  • D5. Do any children under 18 live in your household?
  • D6. What is your marital or family status?
  • D7. What is your current employment status?
  • D8. What is your approximate annual household income?

  • This helps us understand economic need in our community.
  • D9. What is the highest level of education you have completed?
  • D10. What is your current housing situation?
  • D11. What is the primary language spoken in your home?
  • D13. If you are open to being contacted for follow-up or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please provide your contact information below. (Completely optional)

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Thank you for completing this survey!

    Questions? Contact us at (989) 386-7102 or firstbaptistofclare@gmail.com

                                                                                                                            

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