Annual Reviews

The Annual Corps Membership and Strategic Thinking review is a valuable process whereby Corps Officers and leaders evaluate and set priority goals for the ministry unit.

Key Components of the AMIR:

1. Connection with Area Commander:

   • Schedule an in-person meeting with your Area Commander to discuss your ministry's progress, challenges, and support needs.
   • Use this time to share what God is doing in and through your corps, highlight strengths, discuss challenges, and explore ways the division and territory can offer support.
   • Gather together in prayer for your corps.

2. Narrative Input - Questionnaire:

   • After your meeting, document detailed responses to the questions in the AMIR questionnaire.
   • Examples are provided within the questionnaire to guide your discussion and capture key insights.

3. Uploading Local Action Plan and Growth History Report:

   • Ensure you upload the most current version of your corps' Local Action Plan.
   • Additionally, upload your 2024 Growth History Report, verifying that all data is up-to-date.

Step-by-Step Guide for Corps Officers/Leaders:

1. Preparation:

   • Schedule an in-person meeting with your Area Commander.
   • Gather necessary documents, such as your Local Action Plan and Growth History Report.
     • Local Action Plan - Guide Lines (English) / (French) 
     • Local Action Plan - Summary Sheet (English) /(French)
     • Local Action Plan - Templates (English) / (French)
     • Rolls_Management_Reports_Charts.pdf

2. In-Person Meeting:

   • Engage in a meaningful discussion with your Area Commander, reflecting on ministry highlights, areas for growth, and opportunities to optimize impact.
   • Consider inviting your Ministry Board to participate.

3. Complete the AMIR Form:

   • Access and thoughtfully answer all questions in the Annual Mission Impact Review 2024 Form, reflecting on spiritual health, membership growth, mission impact, challenges, and support needs.
   • Upload your Action Plan and Growth History Report.
   • Submit the form by the specified deadline.

Step-by-Step Guide for Area Commanders:

1. Preparation:

   • Schedule an in-person meeting with the Corps Officer(s) in your area.
   • Familiarize yourself with the Corps Officer's previous Action Plan and Growth History Report.

2. In-Person Meeting:

   • Conduct a reflective discussion focusing on leadership, congregational health, community impact, and alignment with their Action Plan.
   • Consider meeting with local Ministry Board members as well.

3. Complete the Post-Meeting Form:

   • Access and provide detailed reflections in the Area Commander's AMIR Post-Meeting Form on strengths, challenges, and recommended supports for the Corps Officer(s) and their ministry.
   • Submit the form promptly after the meeting to ensure timely follow-up.

Important Dates & Notes:

• Deadlines: Ensure all meetings and forms are completed and submitted by April 30, 2025.
• Confidentiality: All responses will remain confidential and are used solely to enhance ministry support.
• Support: For technical assistance or questions, email corps.mission@salvationarmy.ca.
• Growth History Report: Refer to this guide for instructions on obtaining your Growth History Report.
  • Rolls_Management_Reports_Charts.pdf

Following the submission of all reviews, the Territorial Headquarters (THQ) Corps Mission will compile a divisional summary of the Annual Mission Impact Reviews. This summary, to be provided to our divisional partners by the end of June 2025, will help identify trends, celebrate successes, and address common challenges across ministries.

Thank you for your thoughtful participation in this important process to strengthen our collective mission!