Randi Meyer

Tuesday 2/17/09
Week 6 - Time Management Advice

Grant United Methodist Church
Pastor Constance Cherry – Friday 2/13/09

Boundaries
1.) Pastor Connie told me that one should put everything on a calendar to set boundaries in your schedule. This does not mean just “church things”, but even personal, family, and social things. This allows yourself to see the “big picture” of what you have to accomplish. It also allows you to tell people you are busy at certain times, so that they do not begin to control your whole life. You do not need to tell them why you cannot meet with them, because they may get offended if it is simply for rest. A person has to stay faithful to this schedule too, so that they will have specific boundaries to live a complete and healthy life.
2.) Another way Pastor Connie told me to set boundaries is to set specific office hours that are pasted for all church members to know about. This will tell people when you are available. There could be certain days and times you encourage them to drop in anytime or make appointments. It would be even wiser to post your hours of sermon prep or study, so they know when not to bother you. It also reveals to the members that you are working hard for the church.

Time Management Advice
· Always plan ahead! Outline all big projects and small projects, so that you know what is coming up.
· Delegating jobs is a great time management help! All the work that needs to be done for the church does not need to only be accomplished by one person. Ask yourself these questions: Who in the church can help with this kind of work? Who has done this job in the past? How can they help me do these things more efficiently? Also, make friends with the secretary. They are the one who usually knows almost everything going on in the church, and most secretaries are task-orientated.