Holy Cross Lutheran Church
Evaluation Form
for
Pastor Richard Horner

Section I

Overall Performace Rating:

Please complete this section after you have completed the review below. Select the appropriate performance rating from the following rating scale. This scale should be used to summarize the overall performance based on performance for the year. Select the box to the left of the appropriate performance rating.

Overall Rating Definition
Exceeds Expectations Performance consistently exceeds performance objectives and expected results. Demonstrates strength in key competencies. Regularly assumes additional duties and responsibilities without affecting core responsibilities. Initiative and motivation are high. Seldom requires supervision.
Meets Expectations Performance consistently meets performance objectives and expected results. Key competencies are on target. Does a complete and thorough job. Shows initiative and motivation. Requires minimal supervision.
Development Needed/New and Learning Performance meets some but not all performance objectives and expected results. Development needed on some key competencies. Requires close supervision, frequent follow-up.
Does Not Meet Expectations/Unsatisfactory Performance Performance did not meet performance objectives and expected results. Key competencies are unsatisfactory. Significant and immediate improvement is required.

Your comments regarding this staff member:

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Section II

1. What do you perceive as Pastor's key strengths?


2. What do you believe are Pastor's key areas for development/improvement?


3. What would you like to see Pastor start doing?


4. What would you like to see Pastor stop doing?


5. What does Pastor do that makes your life at Holy Cross more enjoyable and fulfilling?


6. How has Pastor impacted your walk with the Lord?


Section III

Definition Dimension Competency
Communication Preaching and Teaching
Clearly conveys information and ideas to individuals or groups. Preaches and teaches with enthusiasm from a biblical core. Organizes communication well, maintains audience attention, adjusts to different circumstances, ensures understanding, uses appropriate diction, volume, etc and comprehends communication from others.
Exceeds Expectaions
Meets Expectaions
Development Needed
Does Not Meet
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Coaching and Developing Others
Disciples and mentors the membership of the church. Provides guidance and feedback to help others strengthen their walk as they serve and grow in their faith. Clarifies expected behaviors, explains and demonstrates, provides instruction, models behaviors, and provides feedback, reinforcement and encouragement.
Exceeds Expectaions
Meets Expectaions
Development Needed
Does Not Meet
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Contributing to Team Success
Actively participates as a member of the Holy Cross Ministry team. Makes suggestions for achieving ministry goals. Involves others; values and uses individual differences and talents. Models commitment; fulfills responsibilities; and demonstrates personal commitment to the team.
Exceeds Expectaions
Meets Expectaions
Development Needed
Does Not Meet
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Member Focus
Pastors and shepherds the congregation by modeling Christ. Demonstrates a clear ability to relate warmly to all members of the congregation (young, old, new and mature Christians). Makes members and their needs a primary focus of the ministry, seeks to understand the members; actively seeks information to understand member circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs. Takes action and responds quickly to meet members' needs and resolve problems; avoids over commitments.
Exceeds Expectaions
Meets Expectaions
Development Needed
Does Not Meet
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Delegation
Allocates decision-making authority and/or task responsibility to others to maximize the church's and individuals' effectiveness. Clearly communicates the parameters of the delegated responsibility, including decision-making authority and any required actions, constraints, or deadlines. Provides support without removing responsibility. Suggests resources and provides assistance or coaching as needed.
Exceeds Expectaions
Meets Expectaions
Development Needed
Does Not Meet
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Leading Through Vision and Values
Leads by keeping Christ as the center of Holy Cross' vision, values and ministry, and at the forefront of our decision making and actions. Communicates the importance of our vision and values to the congregation. Translates the vision and values into day-to-day activities and behaviors; guides and motivates others to take actions that support the vision and values. Models the vision and values by taking actions, making decisions, and shaping team or group priorities to reflect our vision and values.
Exceeds Expectaions
Meets Expectaions
Development Needed
Does Not Meet
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Managing Work and Time Management
Effectively manages personal time and resources to ensure work is completed efficiently. Prioritizes, makes preparations, effectively allocates time and stays focused.
Exceeds Expectaions
Meets Expectaions
Development Needed
Does Not Meet
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Managing Conflict
Deals effectively with others using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between individuals or groups within the congregation. Opens discussions effectively, clarifies the current situation, remains open to all sides, stays focused on resolution avoiding personal issues and attacks, takes positive action to resolve the conflict in a way that addresses the issue, dissipates the conflict, and maintains the relationship.
Exceeds Expectaions
Meets Expectaions
Development Needed
Does Not Meet
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Professional Knowledge and Skills
Demonstrates a growing relationship with Christ. Possesses the relevant knowledge and skills to perform effectively on the job including preaching, teaching, pastoral care, evangelism and administration. Maintains the knowledge base and skill set by keeping abreast of new methods and materials. Strives to improve knowledge base.
Exceeds Expectaions
Meets Expectaions
Development Needed
Does Not Meet
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Quality Orientation and Work Standards
Effectively manages personal time and resources to ensure work is completed efficiently. Prioritizes, makes preparations, effectively allocates time and stays focused.
Exceeds Expectaions
Meets Expectaions
Development Needed
Does Not Meet
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