Data from Fall Lay Speaker Class – 2009

Inputs=25, note: 1 Basic not noted, various people skipped certain questions

Roll Up Data, Q1-11

Roll Up Q # 4 Rating 3 Rating 2 Rating 1 Rating
1. Registration 8 10 3 0
2. Refreshments, location, breaks 11 12 0 0
3. Time Schedule of Sessions 5 10 6 3
4. Program Format 9 9 5 0
5. Topic Content 12 9 2 0
6. Gained Information Valuable to 14 7 2 0
me
7. Instructor’s Effectiveness 16 7 1 0
8. Instructor’s knowledge of subject 18 5 1 0
9. Usefulness of handouts/training 10 10 3 0
material
10.Group Discussion/Participation 16 7 0 0
11.Overall Course Satisfaction 12 8 2 0

4 Rating = Excellent

3 Rating = good

2 Rating = Fair

1 Rating = Unsatisfactory

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Green/ Keeler, Certified Q # 4 Rating 3 Rating 2 Rating 1 Rating
1. Registration 1 1
2. Refreshments, location, breaks 1 1
3. Time Schedule of Sessions 1 2
4. Program Format 2
5. Topic Content 2
6. Gained Information Valuable to 2
me
7. Instructor’s Effectiveness 2 1
8. Instructor’s knowledge of subject 3
9. Usefulness of handouts/training 1 1
material
10.Group Discussion/Participation
11.Overall Course Satisfaction

General 11 - Very useful book, Each One A Minister / - Acknowledging / - NA/ - NA

12 - The format of the instructor presenting a homily / - Orientation
13 - No complete syllabus should have been provided at the beginning (I was greatly disturbed
by this). Time frame, again, should have been extended / - Huge improvement over last
year-Yes / -
13.a - Time-the program could have been spread out over a longer period of time eg. 3-5 for X
weeks. Being repeatedly told “You are late!” When adults make commitments they adhere
as best they can, No one likes to be berated. / - Orientation needs a little more organizing.
If start time is important, start orientation on time to set the standard
14 - Looking at Spiritual gifts and relating to life. Very tactful the way the instructor handled it / -
Absolutely, exploring different forms of ministry / -
15 - (a) a representative from each class on the planning program committee, (b) Would like to
see more guided discussion (c) develop a rubric for each homily to be used by each
instructor only / - Still need a little work on opening, discerning God’s will

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16 - The last day was to have been an instructional day, it was spent on rehearsal that took all of
the time, and in my opinion did not achieve the desired goal. I felt cheated of valuable
instructions and discussions / Great improvement keep plugging on the organizational
aspects / - This Lay Speaking training program did not meet my expectations at all. Instead
of helping us learn to develop effective speech delivery skills, we had a course that was
focused on discovering our spiritual gifts. This is fine; but not at all what was expected. I did
enjoy the course content, but we spent more time in discussion than sharing our thoughts as
a homily and receiving constructive criticism. I felt that it was a course in personal spiritual
discovery and development, which as I said before was fine. Our instructors are
knowledgeable and challenged us; I just did not feel that we devoted enough time to lay
speaking skills. (Para) In order to improve, I think the schedule needs to be carefully
examined. There is an inordinate amount of wasted time. Quite frankly, I attend church on
Sunday morning. I do not feel that we need a worship experience at all before beginning
class. I think the topics presented by the guest speakers are interesting and useful, but we
do not need a miniature worship service. (Para) Another area that needs further evaluation
is the snack. I do not believe that a snack is necessary. If you do, maybe people can bring
their own and eat during class discussion. (Para) I sincerely believe that there is a lot of
wasted time and we are here for a specific purpose and the committee is not responding to
that desire. I am also very offended by the disrespectful tone shown last week. We are
adults and we do not need to be treated as if we are 5 years old or younger. Nobody
deserves berating / - The instructors were knowledgeable and informative, they encouraged
class participation, which I feel contributed to our spiritual growth. The registration process
went smoothly. Sunday classes make for a long day, suggest holding classes on Saturday.
Rehearsal could have gone better, I suggest you think it out or plan how rehearsal should
play out prior to involving the class. Overall it was a wonderful experience.
Demographics - 1-3 / - 1-3 / -
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18 - 7-9 (Liturgist, Choir) / - 1-3 / -
19 - Anika Bailey (313-543-9434) / Deborah Cochran (248-668-2684) Respondent #3 checked 4
above and typed a general feedback, noted in Yellow in 16 above / Respondent #4 had
handwritten feedback which is noted in Turquoise above

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Smith, Basic Q # 4 Rating 3 Rating 2 Rating 1 Rating
1. Registration 1 1
2. Refreshments, location, breaks 2
3. Time Schedule of Sessions 1 1
4. Program Format 1 1
5. Topic Content 1 1
6. Gained Information Valuable to 1 1
me
7. Instructor’s Effectiveness 1 1
8. Instructor’s knowledge of subject 1 1
9. Usefulness of handouts/training 2
material
10.Group Discussion/Participation 2
11.Overall Course Satisfaction 1 1

General 11 - The history of the church / - Discussion, the course really took on a new dimension of
relevance because of the comments and feedback of the class. The instructor did well to let
the conversation go.
12 -The constant referring to the past, mistakes of the past classes / - The dress rehearsal
13 - Expectation was to gain a deeper knowledge of the Bible and Effectively lead a worship
service, this was accomplished / - Course was OK, appropriate topics for Basic level
13.a - Time frame the class could be cut to 2 to 2.5 hrs if it is focused on teaching / - Preaching
topics let us know more in advance of topics (hard to read his writing)
14 -Yes, the origin of John #Wesley and his vision for the church / - Yes, but greatest contribution
came in allowing the class to discuss issues
15 - Again, a time frame and be aware of other church’s worship times as most students are
already leaders in their church / -
16 - For my first training, even with my comments, I would still have attended / - Re: Dress
Rehearsal – this was an activity for the Board and not the Student! Recommend next year
that the Board pick 1 individual (not the Director) whose responsibility is the Service and

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 they plan out the structure and logistics
Demographics - Less than 1 year / - < 1 yr
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18 - 7-9 yrs (Youth & Music) / NA
19 - / - Todd Price (734-895-5166) Cell

Burger/Fleming, Basic Q # 4 Rating 3 Rating 2 Rating 1 Rating

1. Registration 1 4 1 0

2. Refreshments, location, breaks 2 4 0

3. Time Schedule of Sessions 0 4 2 0

4. Program Format 2 4 1 0

5. Topic Content 2 2 2 0

6. Gained Information Valuable to 2 4 1 0

me
7. Instructor’s Effectiveness 3 2 1 0

8. Instructor’s knowledge of subject 4 1 1 0

9. Usefulness of handouts/training 2 3 1 0
material
10.Group Discussion/Participation 3 3 0

11.Overall Course Satisfaction 1 3 1 0

Gener - That I was able to gain additional information regarding leadership/ -Having 2 course instructors
al 11 provided various perspectives Wilma was dynamic / -Make me more open & mindful of myself and my
walk with God / -Communion of like souls / -Group discussion & visiting Pastors talks /-Hearing the
different opinions of the group
12 - / - There was nothing least useful/ - Should have been longer/ - Reading the book aloud (Again)/ -
most of the Basic material had been covered in other material I had taken/- The manner of approach

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 that the material was covered. Having 9 years experience as a formal school instructor in the
military, I could tell the teachers not once pre-planned their period of instruction
13 - Somewhat, since the expectations of a Lay Speaker have changed/ - I would have liked information
on Sermon Building/ -Yes / - Had no expectations/ -Yes, the course gives a basic view of Lay Ministry.
There was not much taught on “Speaking” /- During discussion, the instructor (Kathi) would either
lose control of the discussion or she herself would lead the groupu in to a topic that was unrelated
13.a - The time schedule and not being tactful with those whom have other obligations that are coming
from other locations/ - Gap was in the programming for the Basic. Unfortunately our Pastor was
unaware of the change of programming this year/ -Training approach / - Curriculum, I think most
people already have an understanding of what was covered/ - I feel I was let down. I thought the
curriculum was going to cover the role of the lay Reader and I don’t see how it did, it may be helpful
in the future for the Basic class to remember some are new to Lay Reading and need guidance to
follow
14 - Yes/ - Yes/ -Yes, more open to my leadership not only in Church but also in the community / -Yes,
the Communicating chapter was the most useful to me / - When the topic was kept on track, the
instructor did well, “Exploring God’s Call” was the most value that I got form the entire course-
15 - / - An opportunity for the Basic class to over an actual plan of Service and how to recognize or
spiritually discern where the service is moving/ - None/ - A deeper Basic class/ - Attached Typed
Input : The instructors need ot be better prepared for their periods of instruction, Proper Prior
Planning “ALWAYS” Prevents Poor Performance. I feel the course material is not on track with
what a person freshly entering the lay reading need. Yes, there is a lot of useful information found
within the “Basic Course Participant’s Book”, but the instructors did not refer to the Bible nor the
Book of Discipline nearly enough, When I first signed on to take this course it called for me to have
ht eBook of Discipline, so I went and purchased it, Though the book will be very useful to me, and I
have no regret purchasing the book, the course did not justify the purchase of the book.
16 - / - / - / - / - I really enjoyed the diversity in my group, it brought about interesting discussions. Wilma
& Kathi allowed us to share our views w/o being worried about not finishing a chapter /- Attached
Typed Input: The course was somewhat disappointing to me. I myself thought that the course would
go into greater detail as to the role of the Lay reader within he church. I do not feel this was
accomplished. Some people within the leadership of the school made me feel that I was not
important nor was I up to their level. An example was the second week of class, I was approached
and informed that the check I had written to attend the course was returned for insufficient funds in
my account. The comment was made that I was aware of the insufficient funds the day that I wrote
the check, this is far from the truth. This also shows that under some sheep’s wool. If felt that what I
had to say to some was not important, leaders of the course would just turn and walk away when I
attempted to speak to them, leaders of the school were very friendly to some, but when I tried to
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 speak to them they made me feel as if they didn’t know me therefore I was not worthy speaking to
them. I for one and glad the course is over and I can move on taking the little bit that I did learn and
apply it in trying to bring the congregation I belong to alive again

Demo - <1 yr/ - <1 yr/ -<1 yr / - <1yr/ - <1 yr/- <1 yr
graphi
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18 - 7-9 (Finance)/ - NA/ - NA/ - 4-6/ - <1 yr (trustee, Lay Reader) (NOTE: Lay Reader is a military term)
19 - / - / - / - / -Curtis Clarke /- Will not supply for I feel my opinion does not really matter to some (this
respondent typed his response, which is noted in #16 above in green

Wayne, Basic Q # 4 Rating 3 Rating 2 Rating 1 Rating

1. Registration 1
2. Refreshments, location, breaks 1
3. Time Schedule of Sessions 1
4. Program Format 1
5. Topic Content 1
6. Gained Information Valuable to me 1
7. Instructor’s Effectiveness 1
8. Instructor’s knowledge of subject 1
9. Usefulness of handouts/training 1
material
10.Group Discussion/Participation 1
11.Overall Course Satisfaction 1

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General 11 - The history of Lay Speaking
12 - Nothing
13 - Yes, Helped me ot know what is expected of me
13.a - NA
14 - NA
15 - NA
16 - Well Coordinated
Demographics - NA
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18 - NA
19 - M. Durr

Shaw/Simpson, Covenant Discipleship Q # 4 Rating 3 Rating 2 Rating 1 Rating

1. Registration 1
2. Refreshments, location, breaks 1
3. Time Schedule of Sessions 1
4. Program Format 1
5. Topic Content 1
6. Gained Information Valuable to me 1
7. Instructor’s Effectiveness 1
8. Instructor’s knowledge of subject 1
9. Usefulness of handouts/training 1
material
10.Group Discussion/Participation 1
11.Overall Course Satisfaction 1

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General 11 - The historical value and content of the life of John Wesley and the contribution of class
members
12 - The workbook
13 - Yes, it was well supported by members and No, I guess I would have wanted to do all the
classwork, time was our enemy
13.a - Time to produce the work required for the workbook – a full semester could have been used.
We had to race through a lot, too much listed as work. No materials were provided like
colored paper, etc but no time to use it either
14 - Yes, Clarity was received by book and instructor – history topic best for deep background. I
will read further on my own
15 - Some of us were in seminary and others in ministry , while others only Certified. I learned
from them all, but felt uneducated by some standards and unclear on divided issues (???),
specific topics
16 - A class as John Wesley & other preachers of his time. WE be great for roots sake-I loved the
interaction of the knowledgeable people, besides the instructors – Esrom & Marge are very
energetic about God
Demographics - 4-6 yr
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18 - 4-6 (Lay Speaker), 7-9 (Music, Altar, Drama)
19 - NA

Toni Grimmett, Basic Q # 4 Rating 3 Rating 2 Rating 1 Rating

1. Registration 1 1
2. Refreshments, location, breaks 1 1
3. Time Schedule of Sessions 1 1
4. Program Format 1 1
5. Topic Content 2
6. Gained Information Valuable to me 2
7. Instructor’s Effectiveness 2
8. Instructor’s knowledge of subject 2
9. Usefulness of handouts/training 1 1
material
10.Group Discussion/Participation 2
11.Overall Course Satisfaction 2
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General 11 - Use of textbook, discussion among class, Guidance of the teacher / - Discussion on
leadership
12 - NA / NA
13 - Yes / NA
13.a - I felt everything was well organized and effective / NA
14 - Yes-Comments on caring and communicating were useful / - Yes, Servant Leadership &
listening being more important than speaking
15 - I can suggest no changes / Offer evening classes on a weekday
16 - I am thankful for the training; I’ve learned a great deal about the role fo the Lay Speaker. I
also appreciate how kind and helpful everyone was / NA
Demographics - NA / - 1-3
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18 - NA / 1-3 (Lay Speaker)
19 - Mary Kay Hamilton / Mark Manor (734-731-5241)

Hunter/Gibson (Bible Study – Refresher) Q # 4 Rating 3 Rating 2 Rating 1 Rating

1. Registration 2 1

2. Refreshments, location, breaks 2 2

3. Time Schedule of Sessions 3

4. Program Format 3 1

5. Topic Content 3 1

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 6. Gained Information Valuable to me 4

7. Instructor’s Effectiveness 4

8. Instructor’s knowledge of subject 4

9. Usefulness of handouts/training 4
material
10.Group Discussion/Participation 4

11.Overall Course Satisfaction 4

General 11 - Valid useful information that is relevant to use in my life today / - NA / - Its historical lesson /
- the history of the Old & New Testament
12 - A couple of the methods from the Dick Murray book / - Using a Bible scholar / - There was no
least useful information / - Everything about the course was very useful
13 - Far exceeded my expectations both in the way teachers conducted the classes and the way
students participated / - It was more in depth into the making of the scripture / - it more than
exceed me expectations / - The entire course was useful and informative
13.a - NA / - NA / - the course was well planned and defined by two able instructors / - NA
14 - The instructors used many methods to help us think out our conclusions / - Yes, examples
were given / - The introduction to the Old Testament delivered / - The instructors were very
clear and concise
15 - NA / - Shorter chapters a lot to read / - the curriculum was well prepared and delivered / - NA
16 - After 11 years in the Lay Speaking program within 2 Districts, I feel that this year was by far
the most organized and best directed that I have seen / - I really enjoyed the class with Rick
& Lee. They challenged me to deeper into the scriptures for the truth / - Thank you all very
much for the confidence and the instruction you gave / Overall the class was very
informative
Demographics - 10 + / - 7-9 / - 10+ / - 10+
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18 - 10+ / 10+ (Praise team, membership care, circle chairperson bible study, lay leadership) /
10+ (Trustee, bible Study, PUMC) / - 10+ (Bible Class)
19 - Steve Sims (734-697-1604) / NA / B. D. B (Can’t read) (313-272-2912) / - Lissa A. Bellamy (?)
(313-272-2912)

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Grimmett/Whitecotton, Certified Q # 4 Rating 3 Rating 2 Rating 1 Rating
1. Registration 2 1
2. Refreshments, location, breaks 2 1
3. Time Schedule of Sessions 1 1 1
4. Program Format 2 1
5. Topic Content 3
6. Gained Information Valuable to me 3
7. Instructor’s Effectiveness 3
8. Instructor’s knowledge of subject 3
9. Usefulness of handouts/training 3
material
10.Group Discussion/Participation 3
11.Overall Course Satisfaction 3

General 11 - Valuable info on Methodism and church policy, gifts of the Spirit / - Small class sizes / - group
discussion & insight of leaders, good program from special guest speakers
12 - This course time frame, why not 10 weeks 3-5 pm? / - The location of the course was the
least useful part of the class, I had a hard time getting there / - NA
13 - Yes, except for the time (3-5 pm) / - Yes, because it allowed me ot hear from people who are
and were going through the same things as I was as a Christian / - Yes, good material and
insight as to role of Lay Speaker
13.a - The Sunday of Nov. 1, 2009 I would rather have been in class / - No / - Following schedule – if
nobody is there, start on time
14 - Spiritual gifts & sermon methods and points / - Yes / - Very insightful discussions with Rev.
Grimmett
15 - Time change and # of weeks / - I would recommend the class be somewhere everyone can
reach / - NA
16 - NA / - I thought the class were well informed and the instructors did a wonderful job and
were well informed / - NA
Demographics - 1-3 / - 1-3 / - 10+

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18 - 10+ (Sunday School, Choir, Evangelism, Women) / - 4-6 (Children’s Ministry, Trustee) / - NA
19 - NA / - NA / - NA

No Teacher Noted, Basic Q # 4 Rating 3 Rating 2 Rating 1 Rating

1. Registration 1
2. Refreshments, location, breaks 1
3. Time Schedule of Sessions 1
4. Program Format 1
5. Topic Content 1
6. Gained Information Valuable to me 1
7. Instructor’s Effectiveness 1
8. Instructor’s knowledge of subject 1
9. Usefulness of handouts/training 1
material
10.Group Discussion/Participation 1
11.Overall Course Satisfaction 1

General 11 - NA
12 - After completion of course I don’t feel I could go out and do anything different than what i do
now
13 - No, should re-title course – introduction to Lay Speaking – was looking for ways to format
speaking, outlines and resource material guide other than the Bible
13.a - NA
14 - NA
15 - Na
16 - NA
Demographics - <1 yr
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18 - NA
19 - Na

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