Frequently asked questions
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How much does the Church Vitality Questionnaire cost?
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Free. Yes, you read that correctly. For a limited time, we are looking to partner with 10 churches to pilot test our services at no charge. Email info@soldataresearch.com if you would like to gain insights on your congregation.
Do I have to come up with my own questions for the survey?
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No, the CVQ was developed using a scientifically-grounded process based on best practice guidelines
How do I obtain solutions to help my church?
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You will be given the Church Vitality Report, which will include a detailed breakdown of: (a) your congregation's demographic and financial characteristics; (b) item-level frequency results; (c) complete open-ended responses concerning perceived strengths and areas in need for improvement for each of the eight vital factors; (d) sentiment breakdowns based on textual analysis of open-ended responses; and (e) actionable next steps for improving the vitality of your church
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Your user-friendly report will be delivered via a personalized html link, allowing you to electronically share the findings with all stakeholders of interest. There is no more need for wasted paper.
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For those purchasing the "insights" package, a 2-hour online data meeting will be conducted with our chief data scientist. This meeting will allow clients to gain greater insights by obtaining a personalized presentation of results, followed by a question and answer session with Dr. Rios, and a discussion of tangible next steps for improvements.
How long does the entire survey process take?
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Upon agreeing to partner with us, the entire process from start to finish will take 16 days
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We recommend that the questionnaire is administered over a 15 day period that covers three Sundays
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Once the questionnaire is closed, you will electronically receive your detailed report of findings the next business day
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Our timeline is nearly one month faster than competitors allowing you to begin making positive changes sooner
Will my data be safe?
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Soldata is dedicated to ensuring that your information is treated securely and confidentially
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No personally identifiable information is collected, and as such, all responses are completely anonymous
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All anonymous data are stored on a password protected server
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Only you decide who gets access to your Church Vitality Report, ensuring that your results are kept confidential
How can I work with Soldata?
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Get started by scheduling your consultation today to learn more about how to improve the vitality of your church.