Overview
The Way Council has developed an Action Plan to accomplish its mission and realize its vision, by which the council endeavors to:
- Create the premier Messianic network of ministries and leaders who advance the mission, by supporting each other and working together to identify and pursue key efforts.
- Lead the Messianic movement toward unity, orthodox belief and practice, and good works, by confirming standards of faith and inspiring a service-oriented mindset.
- Develop leaders who will advance the Messianic kingdom and grow its communities, by offering and connecting people to training, learning, and discipleship opportunities.
- Serve as the premier funding platform for the Messianic movement, by raising and pooling financial resources to invest in works and projects within and outside the Messianic communities.
- Transform the body of Messiah to know and be accepting of Messianic theologies, by establishing positive relationships and credibility with broader communities.
Read on below for our steps to turn this plan into reality. The council is currently in Phase 1, Step 2 (A&B) of its Action Plan.
Phase 1 – Concept to Incorporation
Step 1 – Establish a Web Presence
This includes launching a website, creating social media accounts, and beginning to share content.
Step 2A – Connect with Faith Leaders
This includes reaching out to and establishing cooperative ties with Messianic / Torah Observant ministries and leaders.
Step 2B – Recruit Council Members, Ministry Members, & Sponsors
This includes identifying those who could serve as organizational leaders, join as Council Members or Ministry Members, and/or support as Council Sponsors.
Step 3 – Incorporate as a Nonprofit Organization
This includes filing as a Virginia Nonstock Corporation, filing as a federal 501(c)3 Public Charity, and acquiring all the appropriate state and federal tax exemptions.
Phase 2 – Initial Operations
Create Council Member Committees
These working groups will identify, plan, and execute initiatives to support the council’s mission and vision.
Develop the Initial Set of Activities and Initiatives
Organizational leaders and Council Members will develop and support the initial set of council activities and initiatives.
Build Financial Resources
Secure a committed stream of contributions, sponsorship funds, and reserves to cover the costs of operations and initial council activities and initiatives.
Phase 3 – Scaling Operations
Expand the Council Member Network
The Council Member network will be expanded in an effort to bring in more active, contributing members to help grow the council’s reach, activities, and impact. The council will endeavor to become a platform for member engagement and initiatives.
Bring on Additional Sponsors
Council leadership and members will help identify and secure additional sources of funding to scale up investment in activities and initiatives by the council and its members. The council’s ability to have a deep and positive impact on the world will grow with increased funding and proper stewardship.
Further Develop Current and New Activities and Initiatives
The council will identify keys areas for kingdom building and growth through developing new activities and initiatives and expanding existing ones.