Download and Print Version Download, print and share this checklist for your volunteer teams to use for your live streaming services. Contact us if you need any help with the checklist or anything with your streaming setup and tech. If…
It’s still summer as I write this blog article but soon school will be starting back up again and families will get back into the routines, like going to church. Live streaming has become an essential tool for reaching people…
As a former pastor I understand technology plays an increasingly vital role in the modern church experience. From managing presentations and streaming live to running sound systems and lighting, a skilled tech team is essential for smooth operations and a…
From serving as ushers and greeters to leading small groups and organizing events, volunteers are the backbone of churches. However, it is important to recognize that these individuals are giving up their time and energy to support the church’s mission.…
Why is it important to always show gratitude whenever possible to our church volunteers? It’s not just because we need them, but because they are people that deserve to be loved and appreciated. Studies tell us that receiving and showing…
A church’s message has to be more than, “Join us Sunday!” You have to tap into the real needs and feelings your community is experiencing and offer a tangible way to help. Churches need to clarify their message and make…
Stress in ministry is unavoidable but we don’t have to succumb to it. The problem comes with how we respond. To understand this, self-awareness is the vital tool. Without it, addressing stress and avoiding burnout is like trying to mend…
Far too often when there’s a ministry gap in our churches, we focus on leadership placement over leadership development. We settle for warm bodies instead of weekly volunteers. After all, Sunday is coming and we need someone to fill the…
Volunteers are the life blood of any healthy church. Now that vaccines are available for COVID-19, people are beginning to re-enter their churches. Taking the time to recognize your volunteers is important if you want to retain and recruit new…
Sometimes volunteers are just going to quit, and there’s nothing you can do to change their minds. People move. They get new jobs or go through transitions that make volunteering more difficult or stressful. But sometimes people quit for completely…