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FFC Survey — Committee Review
Phase II · Faith Formation Building & Social Hall
Help choose our parish survey card
Committee members: please look over the ten card designs and the list of possible questions, then send your picks. Your answers go to George, who will compile them. The most common choices become the final card that Lisa prints before the weekend of October 24–25, and the matching online survey.
1
Look over the ten card designs
2
Rank your top three designs
3
Check about ten questions
4
Add suggestions and send
Project schedule
From John’s update to the committee.
Before Sep 29
Fr. Regi’s letter to the parish
Fr. Regi gives Jenny a letter for the bulletin announcing the Phase II feasibility study and the coming survey.
Sep 29 – Oct 30
Fr. Regi on vacation
He returns late on October 30.
Oct 3–4 · Weekend
Announcement at all Masses
John announces that we are completing the feasibility study for the Phase II Faith Formation Center, with a parish survey on October 24–25.
Pending
Bishop’s authorization
Our letter is on the Bishop’s desk. Authorization to proceed is expected soon after his return.
Now
Committee review (this page)
Pick the card design and the questions below. George updates the card with the committee’s choices.
Oct 17–18 · Weekend
Phase II introduced at Mass
John gives a brief pitch at all weekend Masses, following up Fr. Regi’s letter.
Before Oct 24
Final card printed
Lisa has the survey printed just before the distribution weekend.
Oct 24–25 · Weekend
Survey weekend
Cards are handed out at all weekend Masses and collected at the end of Mass.
Fri Oct 30 · 9:00 AM
Committee meeting: results
We analyze the survey and form the Fund Raising subcommittee, led by Lisa with four more fund raisers. Come with names of people who might be interested.
November
Capital Campaign phase
If the survey is positive, the letter to begin the Capital Campaign goes in upon Fr. Regi’s return.
Later · TBD
Step-up campaign
Timing to be set, probably after the Phase II pledge weekend. It must go through the parish council.

Your name
So we can tell each committee member’s picks apart

Step 1 · The ten card designs
Each picture shows the front (left) and back (right). Tap a card to see it full size. Final size 5.5 × 8.5 in, four to an 11 × 17 sheet with no waste.
Card V01 Classic Navy and Gold, front and back

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Card V01 Classic Navy and Gold, front and back

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V01
Classic Navy & Gold
Classic banner layout. Closest to the first approved card.
Card V02 Heritage Burgundy, front and back

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Card V02 Heritage Burgundy, front and back

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V02
Heritage Burgundy
Classic banner layout. The most traditional feel.
Card V03 Charcoal and Mustard, front and back

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Card V03 Charcoal and Mustard, front and back

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V03
Charcoal & Mustard
Corner pennant badge with a dark footer block.
Card V04 Terracotta Brick, front and back

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Card V04 Terracotta Brick, front and back

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V04
Terracotta Brick
Corner pennant badge. Warm tones that echo our brick campus.
Card V05 Forest and Brass, front and back

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Card V05 Forest and Brass, front and back

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V05
Forest & Brass
Full-height side band with the church name running vertically.
Card V06 Royal Purple, front and back

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Card V06 Royal Purple, front and back

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V06
Royal Purple
Side band layout in liturgical purple.
Card V07 Marian Blue Minimal, front and back

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Card V07 Marian Blue Minimal, front and back

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V07
Marian Blue Minimal
Double-rule frame, centered, lightest ink coverage.
Card V08 Ink and Gold Engraved, front and back

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Card V08 Ink and Gold Engraved, front and back

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V08
Ink & Gold Engraved
Framed and formal, like an engraved invitation.
Card V09 Slate and Copper Bold, front and back

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Card V09 Slate and Copper Bold, front and back

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V09
Slate & Copper Bold
Bold modern title on a solid front. Most contemporary.
Card V10 Crimson Bold, front and back

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Card V10 Crimson Bold, front and back

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V10
Crimson Bold
Bold modern layout with the highest visual impact.
Step 2 · Rank your top three designs
Your favorite card designs
Pick three different designs
1st choice

2nd choice

3rd choice

Comments on the designs (optional)
Wording, colors, layout, or the building picture

Step 3 · Choose the questions
Check about ten questions you would put on the survey. Unchecked questions are left off your picks.

The printed card fits about 4 to 6 questions plus a comments box; the online survey can hold more. Questions marked On draft card are the ones on the cards above today.
A
Overall Support
The headline questions.

A1
Yes / No
On draft card
Will you support this Phase II project for our parish?

A2
Yes / No
On draft card
Would you be able to financially support this project?

A3
Rate 1 to 5
How important is this project to the future of our parish?

A4
Rate 1 to 5
How well does this project meet the needs of your household?

A5
Pick one
Which part of Phase II matters most to you?
New Faith Formation Building / Social Hall renovation / Both equally / Neither

A6
Yes / No / Maybe
Do you believe now is the right time for our parish to undertake this project?

A7
Rate 1 to 5
How confident are you that our parish can complete this project successfully?

B
Financial Support
B1 is the same question as A2. Use one or the other.

B1
Yes / No
On draft card
Would you be able to financially support this project?

B2
Pick one
If yes, which form of giving would you consider?
One-time gift / Monthly gift / Annual gift / Multi-year pledge / Undecided

B3
Pick one
Which giving range could your household prayerfully consider over the life of the campaign?
Up to $500 / $500 to $1,000 / $1,000 to $5,000 / $5,000 to $10,000 / More than $10,000 / Prefer not to say

B4
Yes / No
Would you consider a pledge paid over 2 to 3 years rather than a single gift?

B5
Yes / No
Would you be interested in memorial or dedication giving opportunities (e.g., a room or furnishing in memory of a loved one)?

B6
Yes / No
Does your employer offer a matching-gift program you could apply to this campaign?

B7
Yes / No
Would you consider a gift of securities, grain, or other non-cash assets?

B8
Yes / No / Maybe
Would you consider including the parish building fund in your estate planning?

C
Fundraisers

C1
Yes / No
On draft card
Would you be able to support parish fundraisers (attend, purchase, donate items)?

C2
Yes / No
On draft card
Would you be able to assist with fundraisers as a volunteer?

C3
Check all that apply
Which fundraiser types would you support?
Parish dinner / Silent or live auction / Raffle / Bake sale or food sale / Golf tournament / Parish festival / Online giving day / Craft fair / Trivia or game night

C4
Yes / No
Would you be willing to lead or co-chair a fundraising event?

C5
Pick one
About how much time could you volunteer toward fundraising?
A few hours per event / A few hours per month / Several hours per month / Unable at this time

C6
Check all that apply
What talents could you offer?
Cooking or baking / Setup and teardown / Publicity and social media / Bookkeeping / Carpentry and trades / Music or entertainment / Hospitality and greeting / Photography / Children’s activities

D
Facility Priorities
Parishioners rate each room 1 to 5. Check the rooms you would list. On the printed card, 6 to 8 rooms fit at most.

D1
Rate 1 to 5
Classrooms for religious education

D2
Rate 1 to 5
Youth group meeting space

D3
Rate 1 to 5
Adult faith formation / Bible study rooms

D4
Rate 1 to 5
Nursery / cry room

D5
Rate 1 to 5
Updated kitchen

D6
Rate 1 to 5
Larger fellowship and reception space

D7
Rate 1 to 5
Meeting rooms for parish ministries

D8
Rate 1 to 5
Music practice room

D9
Rate 1 to 5
Bridal / family gathering room

D10
Rate 1 to 5
Additional storage

D11
Rate 1 to 5
Accessibility improvements (ADA)

D12
Rate 1 to 5
Restroom upgrades

D13
Rate 1 to 5
Audio-visual and technology upgrades

D14
Rate 1 to 5
Outdoor gathering or play space

D15
Short write-in
Write in and rate your own idea

E
Usage & Needs

E1
Pick one
How often does your household take part in parish activities beyond Mass?
Weekly / Monthly / A few times a year / Rarely

E2
Check all that apply
Which programs would your household use in the new spaces?
Children’s religious education / Youth ministry / OCIA / Adult Bible study / Ministry meetings / Receptions and celebrations / Funeral luncheons / Parish socials

E3
Check all that apply
What limits your participation today?
Not enough space / Scheduling / Accessibility / Childcare / Didn’t know about programs / Other (write in)

E4
Short write-in
What new program or activity would you like the new building to make possible?

F
Communication & Involvement

F1
Check all that apply
How would you like to receive project updates?
Parish bulletin / Email / Parish website / Pulpit announcements / Town-hall meetings / Social media

F2
Yes / No
Would you attend a parish town-hall meeting about this project?

F3
Yes / No
Would you like a member of the Building Committee to contact you personally?

F4
Check all that apply
Would you be willing to serve?
Building committee / Fundraising committee / Hospitality / Prayer team / Not at this time

F5
Contact info
Name, phone, and email (optional, needed only if F3 is Yes)

G
Open Response

G1
Comment box
What excites you most about this project?

G2
Comment box
What questions or concerns do you have?

G3
Comment box
On draft card
Any other ideas or suggestions for the committee?

H
About You (optional)

H1
Pick one
How long have you been a member of Saint John the Evangelist?
Less than 1 year / 1 to 5 years / 6 to 15 years / More than 15 years

H2
Pick one
Age range
18 to 30 / 31 to 45 / 46 to 60 / 61 to 75 / 76 and over

H3
Yes / No
Do you have children or grandchildren in religious education at our parish?

H4
Pick one
Which Mass do you usually attend?
Our weekend Mass times

Questions checked:
aim for about 10
Step 4 · Suggestions and send
Suggest a new question or a wording change (optional)

Anything else for the committee? (optional)

Your picks go only to the parish website manager, who will compile the committee’s choices. Questions about the project? Call the parish office at (931) 359-5017.