This document discusses fractal teams and how they can be implemented at RLCC church. It explains that fractal teams are self-directed, high-performance groups of 5 people committed to a common purpose. The document outlines the organization of ministry departments and teams at RLCC, and provides guidance on how individuals can discern which fractal team to join based on their interests, strengths, expectations, vision, and experience. Members are encouraged to choose a ministry preference and begin the process of applying to serve within a fractal team.

1. Serving God Togetherwithothers By Rev. Bong Baylon

2. Why teams Session 1

3. SOLO

4. TEAM

7. Kinds of Small Groups Nurture Groups Ad Hoc committees Fractal teams

8. Kinds of Small Groups Discipleship Groups LIFE Groups, Growth Groups, HEALTH Groups Velcro Groups Share Groups, Fellowship Groups, Task Groups Evangelistic Groups RLBS, Outreach Bible Studies Nurture Groups

9. Kinds of Small Groups Decision Making Committees Research Committees Problem-solvingCommittees Ad Hoc Committees

10. Kinds of Small Groups Ministry Department Teams Ministry SupervisionTeams AdministrativeSupportTeams Fractal Teams

11. Understanding Small Groups Relationships Task-orientation

12. Understanding Small Groups Relationships NurtureGroups Task-orientation

13. Understanding Small Groups Relationships Ad HocCommittees NurtureGroups Task-orientation

14. Understanding Small Groups FractalTeams Relationships Ad HocCommittees NurtureGroups Task-orientation

15. We need Fractal Teamsin RLCC!

16. Discussion Questions What new insights have you gained concerning small groups? If given the choice, what kind of small group would you like to participate in? Why? What are the advantages/disadvantages of categorizing small groups in this way? After your discussion, pray that our church would be successful in implementing various kinds of small groups.

17. Understanding fractal teams Session 2

18. What is a Fractal Team? A Fractal Team is a Self-Directed, High-Performance group composed of five people who are committed to each other, and who are willing to work together to accomplish a common purpose in the most excellent way possible for the glory of God.

19. Guiding Principles for Fractal Teams Each person must belong to only one Fractal Team. Each Fractal Team must be led by only one person. Each Fractal Team must be accountable to one person outside the team. The Fractal Team will become your LIFE Group once you join it.

20. Responsibilities of each team Ministry Department Team Ministry SupervisionTeam AdministrativeSupportTeam Fractal Teams

21. Responsibilities The MDT fulfills the following responsibilities: Challenge the status quo Aim for a shared vision Unite everyone Set the ministry in motion Evaluate and improve the ministry Ministry Department Team

22. Responsibilities The MST implements the decisions and plans of the MDT by mobilizing and overseeing various nurture groups and committees. Ministry Supervision Team

23. Responsibilities The ASTprovides administrative support to the MDT as well as the MST so that they can do their respective work efficiently and effectively. ADMINISTRATIVE Support Team

24. Organization Five Departments Adult MAP - PB Youth MAP - PG REACH - PJ EQUIP - PE Haggai Center - PM

25. Ministry of Assimilation& Pastoral Care (MAP) Visitors follow-up Nurture Groups pastoral care PDA (Discipleship)

26. Mission Possible 4 Promotion of MP4 SHARP Volunteers Freedom Day Follow-up ofnew converts Reaching, evangelizing,and converting hearts (REACH)

27. EQUIP Scheduling & promotion Student Registration Classes or Seminars Graduation

28. Haggai Center Corporate Events Housekeeping & maintenance Security of the Center front Desk

29. Let’s take a break

30. How fractal teams can workin rlcc Session 3

32. REACH

33. MAP

34. EQUIPFour MinistryDepartment Teams Ad Hoc Committees

35. Who can join Fractal Teams Have had LG experience for at least one term Willing to complete Basic Discipleship Training Willing to serve for at least one year Has been faithful in fulfilling the PROMISE Shows evidence of godly HABITS Willing to submit to or implement PDA Has ministry & leadership skills or is willing to be trained

36. i Interests S Strengths E Expectations R R.O.I. V Visualization E Experience Narrow down your choices

37. Choose yourtop three preferencesfor ministry REACH MAP CENTER EQUIP Get a partner and sharewhy you chose those ministries

38. Choose oneministry that youcan really fulfill REACH MAP CENTER EQUIP Help each other applythe iSERVE profile

39. i Interests S Strengths E Expectations R R.O.I. V Visualization E Experience Narrow down your choices

40. Nine Steps to Effective Teamwork Step 1: Focus the team Step 2: Clarify each other’s roles Step 3: Establish guidelines Step 4: Plan the work Step 5: Do the work (meet regularly) Step 6: Review team performance Step 7: Fulfill your goals Step 8: Reward yourselves Step 9: Start all over

41. There’s no “I” in teamwork

42. Group Discussion Do you feel you’re ready to serve in a Fractal Team? Why or why not? What is your greatest fear or apprehension about serving in a Fractal Team? What excites you the most about serving in a Fractal Team? If you have questions, now is the time to ask them.

43. Next Steps Apply to the Department where you wish to serve. Wait for your personal interview. Once accepted, attend the orientation meeting with your Department Head. Begin your work in the Fractal Team.