Edgewater 2027 Discipleship Survey
Please answer the survey questions based on your experience at Edgewater. Use the source document as the guide for wording, options, and skip instructions. All fields are optional unless marked required in the source.
Attending and Involvement
How long have you been attending Edgewater?
Less than 1 year
1–3 years
4–10 years
More than 10 years
Which areas are you currently involved in?
Sunday worship
Wednesday Night Discipleship (Deep Dive)
Small group or Bible study
Serving on a ministry team
Celebrate Recovery
Men's ministry
Women's ministry
How connected do you feel to people who encourage your spiritual growth?
Not connected
Slightly connected
Somewhat connected
Very connected
Deeply connected
Which statement best describes your current desire for spiritual growth?
Actively pursuing a deeper relationship with Jesus
Want to grow, but struggle to prioritize it
Want to grow, but unsure where to begin
Comfortable with my current involvement
Still exploring what following Jesus means
Current Spiritual Practices and Support
How are you currently pursuing spiritual growth outside Sunday worship?
Personal Bible reading or study
Prayer and spiritual practices
Small group or Bible study
Spiritual friendship or accountability
Serving others or outreach
Listening to worship music or podcasts
Reading Christian books or devotional materials
Attending conferences, retreats, or classes
Journaling or reflection
Do you have someone with whom you can openly discuss your spiritual life, struggles, and growth?
Yes, someone at Edgewater
Yes, someone outside Edgewater
Yes, both
Not currently, but I would like that
No, and not currently interested
Are you currently helping another person grow in their relationship with Jesus?
Yes, regularly
Yes, occasionally
Not currently, but I would like to
Not currently
Unsure what that would look like
Wednesday Night Discipleship Participation
How often do you attend Wednesday Night Discipleship (Deep Dive)?
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Almost every week
A few times a month
Occasionally
Used to attend, but no longer do
Never attended
Other
If you do not attend regularly, what keeps you from participating?
Work schedule
Family responsibilities
Childcare or children’s programming
Transportation or distance
Evening activities are difficult
Health or mobility concerns
Already involved in another church activity
Homework or school commitments
Sports or extracurricular activities
Not aware of the schedule
Prefer a different format
Other
Anything else you want the team to understand about why you do not attend?
If you previously attended but stopped, what changed?
What kinds of discipleship opportunities would help you grow deeper?
Wednesday Night Discipleship
Small groups meeting in homes
Short-term studies or classes
In-depth Bible or theology studies
Prayer and spiritual formation groups
Mentoring or one-on-one discipleship
Men’s/Women’s discipleship groups
Online or hybrid options
Service-based discipleship opportunities
Retreats or spiritual renewal events
Sunday morning classes
Other
If Wednesday evenings are inconvenient, when might you participate?
Another weekday evening
Weekday morning
Weekday afternoon
Sunday before or after worship
Saturday morning
Saturday afternoon
Lunch hour
Early morning
Online at home
Other
Sunday Teaching and Growth Barriers
How helpful are Sunday messages in helping you understand Scripture and grow as a disciple?
Not helpful
Slightly helpful
Moderately helpful
Very helpful
Extremely helpful
Which approach to Sunday teaching do you prefer?
Teaching through books of the Bible
Topical series on faith and everyday life
A balance of both
No preference
What is the greatest obstacle currently keeping you from growing as a disciple of Jesus?
What topics, biblical books, or questions about faith would you like explored on Sunday mornings in 2027?
What subjects would you like to explore more deeply through Wednesday Night Discipleship or other opportunities?
What is one thing Edgewater could do in 2027 to help you grow as a follower of Jesus?
Follow-up and Contact Information
Open to a follow-up conversation about discipleship at Edgewater?
Yes, I would welcome a conversation.
Perhaps, if helpful.
No, thank you.
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Last Name
Email or phone
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