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Leadership
While being a children’s ministry leader is incredibly rewarding, there can be days that leave you feeling alone. Who else understands the struggle of firing a difficult volunteer? Who else could imagine the challenge of getting team members to attend training? Not to mention the struggle of producing weekly programs and monthly events on a shoestring budget.
But we have some great news: You are not alone. We deeply understand the rewards and the pains of working in children’s ministry, and we’re here to help.
What You’ll Find
Our leadership topics include volunteer management, family ministry, tips for working with parents, how to keep children in your ministry safe, and how to ensure your ministry is equipped to serve children with special needs.
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About Leadership
11 Ways to Recruit Volunteers that Stick
The two most common complaints from children’s ministers everywhere are along the lines of either “I need more volunteers” or “How will I ever get my existing volunteers to stick…
Welcoming Families with Special Needs to Your Church
Here are tips on creating an attitude of acceptance and practical ways to welcome families impacted by special needs. My family recently moved to Minnesota, and we’re looking for a…
Practical Ways to Get Smart About Safety
A secure church is critical to effective ministry today. This safety guide helps to ensure you’re on the right path to creating a safe sanctuary. Prepared and Aware One beautiful…
15 Tips to Delegate to and Develop Your Volunteers
15 master delegation tips that’ll help you develop your volunteers through action Over the years, I’ve learned the hard way that doing the job alone just doesn’t work. I should’ve…
Why We Must Start Talking About Race in Our Children’s Ministries
Here’s why we must start talking about race in children’s ministry. “Can I talk to you?” The volunteer gave me one of those you-need-to-talk-with-your-child looks. In a whisper, she said…
6 Steps to Incorporating Olympic-Style Volunteer Training
What can you learn about children’s ministry volunteer training from Olympic athletes? A lot more than you’d ever imagine! What would happen if athletes showed up at the Olympic Games…
Tips for Effective Volunteer Recruiting
In a volunteer recruiting rut? Join our conversation with veteran recruiters to discover their secrets for effective recruiting that stands the test of time! Will the kids in your ministry…
Emoji Volunteer Training Event Plan for a Children’s Ministry Team
Use this emoji volunteer training event to get your ministry volunteers pumped for a new year of shining Jesus’ love on kids. As a children’s minister, you’ve likely invited people…
20 Simple Volunteer Recruiting Secrets That Add Up Fast
When you’re in search of volunteers for your ministry, it’s easy to feel alone in your plight. The needs are often many; the solutions seemingly few. But the fact is,…
