2 Minute Faith Interest Survey
A 2 minute survey for connecting with new students on campus to learn about their faith background and interest in InterVarsity.
Are you looking for more ways to connect with the campus? Are you looking for those initial students that can help you reach the campus?
This survey is designed to engage new students, staff, and other potential partners on campus. It will guide you as you identify people who may be curious, spiritually seeking, or open to connecting with your campus ministry plant.
Preparing for the 2 Minute Faith Interest Survey
- How to Do the Survey
- Introduce yourself briefly: "Hi, I'm [Name], we're doing a short faith survey for a student group called InterVarsity."
- Explain the purpose: "It's just a few questions to learn what students think about faith and spirituality."
- Offer choice: "Would you like to participate? It only takes 1-2 minutes." (Honor that promise of 2 minutes)
- Best Practices
- Smile and be approachable: Friendly, not pushy.
- Keep it short: Don't over-explain. Try to keep it to 2 minutes.
- Respect Time: If they're busy, say, "No problem, have a great day!"
- Be prepared: Practice with a partner, have the survey on a clip board, extra pens, and IV fliers to your next event.
- Options: Show them the questions while you fill it out. If they have questions and want to talk more, let them know you would be happy to answer them after the survey.
- How to Be Respectful (and Not Weird)
- Don't block paths or hover: Stand in a natural spot.
- Avoid judgmental language: Never assume their beliefs.
- Listen well: If they ask questions, answer briefly and kindly.
- Thank them: Whether they say yes or no.
2 Minute Faith Interest Survey
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About the authors
Phil Nordquist has served with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship since 1999, centering his work on helping plant new ministry on college campuses. He now leads planting efforts as the Regional Ministry Coordinator for Indiana and Illinois and serves nationally as Associate Director of Coaching, guiding the National Coaching Center and a team of planting coaches who support planting every corner of every campus. And if you really want to get Phil talking, ask him about Syracuse basketball, the Buffalo Bills, or the Chicago Cubs—he’s always ready to celebrate the highs but more likely commiserate through the heartbreaks.
The InterVarsity Planting Department exists to inspire, equip and support anyone who wants to try their hand at planting something new on college campuses. Through coaching, training and a variety of programs and resources, this team empowers InterVarsity to plant revival communities in every corner of every campus.