How do you think these Strengths and Weaknesses relate to the VMO and organization strategy?

Strengths:

- Well-established and well-funded

- Strong donor base

- Excellent communication and advocacy skills

- Excellent organizational structure

- Well-trained staff

Weaknesses:

- Lagging behind other Protestant denominations in terms of outreach

- Struggling to maintain membership and attract new members

- Most American Baptist Home Mission Societies operate in rural areas

- Requires a relatively large financial donation to maintain operations

Mission

American Baptist Home Mission Societies partners with American Baptists to promote Christian faith, cultivate Christ-centered leaders and disciples, and bring healing and transformation to communities across the United States and Puerto Rico.

Vision

American Baptists Empowered to cultivate passionate leaders and disciples who impact the society with the Gospel that heals and transforms (Luke 4:16-19)

American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) has been around for more than 150 years, helping churches and Christian leaders throughout the United States and Puerto Rico with resources and support. The goal is to "promote Christian faith, grow Christ-centered leaders and disciples, and bring healing and change to communities across the United States and Puerto Rico." ABHMS wants to "empower passionate leaders and disciples who change society with the Gospel that heals and transforms" through the vision.