Church Survey Ready for our New IncumbantSurvey into Your ChurchAs we prepare to welcome a new incumbent sometime in 2026, we would love your prayerful inputThis will help us draw up a profile that gives an honest picture of who we are, what we do, and what we would like to do in future. Here are a few questions to get you thinkingAbout the Church1. What do you treasure most about our church community? What keeps you/your family coming and participating2. What are you longing for as you pray for our church community? Try completing the sentence ‘Our church would be even better if…’3. What words would you use to describe who we are as a church (think about things like mission and outreach, activities, values, theological emphasis, service styles)? What might you say to someone just moved into the area who is looking for a church?4. We are also looking for feedback from the wider community so please do ask your families, friends, interest groups, schools and workplaces the following: ‘What do you expect from the church?’ Please note any comments received below.5. What would you look for in a new priest for our benefice? Consider the skills they may have, what they may come and do here and what their passions might be6. Any other commentsAbout You1. Which church do you see yourself as part of, or live in the parish ofHardwickeElmoreLongney2. Age GroupUnder 1617-2526-4041-6061-7576+