Elder Epley, or Scott Pitta, A Question...

[votivesoul]

I am wondering about a specific point of Pentecostal history, and I thought either of you might be able to give some insight.

I am wondering about "casting a vision" for a church. You know, how the pastor of a church, usually at the annual business meeting, will tell the church his vision for the coming year.

My question is: has this always been a part of the modern Pentecostal church, was it a carry-over from another source, or did it begin sometime later, after the early Pentecostal outpourings?

A side question:

Is it a widespread practice in/among Pentecostal circles?

Others of course can chime in if they have some info.

Much appreciated! Thanks.