The Making Sense of Ministry podcast is on all major platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcast, and Audible. Have you ever considered that welcoming new volunteers is just the first step on a much longer journey? That’s precisely the focus of our latest episode on Making Sense of Ministry. In this Five-Minute Mentoring episode, Brian Lawson walks you through […]
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Onboarding Volunteers in Ministry: Insights and Strategies to Enhance A New Volunteer’s Experience | Season 5: Episode 7
The Making Sense of Ministry podcast is on all major platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcast, and Audible. How do you onboard a new volunteer? We know that if you don’t welcome and guide a new volunteer in your Youth Ministry or Children’s Ministry well, they will likely not last. So if it’s time for you to up your […]
Five-Minute Mentoring: Turning ‘No’ Around in Volunteer Recruitment | Season 5: Episode 6
The Making Sense of Ministry podcast is on all major platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcast, and Audible. Do you struggle with asking for help? You’re not alone. Join me, Kirsten Knox, as I divulge my own trials with this issue, particularly how it influenced my effectiveness in recruiting volunteers for youth ministry. Learn how changing my perspective from […]
The Power of Diversifying Volunteer Teams | Season 5: Episode 3
The Making Sense of Ministry podcast is on all major platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcast, and Audible. Ever wondered how a NASCAR risk manager or a post office worker could be the best addition to your ministry team? Buckle up! We’re about to take you on a unique journey about unique volunteers. We’ve learned the immense value of […]
Fall Ministry, Pumpkin Spice, And Supporting Volunteers | Season 4: Episode 1
You can find the Making Sense of Ministry podcast on all major platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcast, and Audible. In this episode, Brian and Kirsten share some of their hopes for ministry this fall, reflect on interesting summer stories, and discuss one BIG way you should support your volunteers. Resources MentionedYouth & Children’s Ministry Job BoardYouth and Children’s […]
Top 5 Things To Do In 2021, “Trapped,” and The Phrase We Never Want To Say Again
In this episode, Brian and Kirsten share 5 things you should do in 2021. These 5 things will engage the people in your ministry, set you up for success, and will inspire you to stay in ministry – even when it is difficult. Resources MentionedProfessional Youth Ministry CertificationProfessional Youth Ministry CoachingProfessional Children’s Ministry CoachingYMI Job BoardYMI Blog Join Our […]
09: Taking Your Questions On Family Devotions, Volunteers, Planning During Covid, and More!
In this episode, Kirste and Brian discuss your questions! These questions include family devotions, volunteers, planning during COVID, and more! Resources MentionedProfessional Youth Ministry CertificationProfessional Youth Ministry CoachingProfessional Children’s Ministry CoachingYMI Job BoardYMI Blog Join Our Facebook GroupSubscribe To Content Filled EmailsFind the Youth Ministry Institute on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Linkedin.Find Brian on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Linkedin. Support the show Transcript Ashley : 0:01 […]
03: Savannah Rogers on Recruiting Adult Leaders and Tapping Into an Often Overlooked Resource
In this episode, Savannah Rogers discusses the often overlooked resource in our churches and how she has recruited adult leaders. She also shares the way that she cares for and trains her unique adult leaders. Join Our Community! Subscribed to our emails Join our Facebook Group Find the Youth Ministry Institute on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Linkedin. Find Brian Lawson […]
5 LEADERS YOU NEED ON YOUR TEAM
Do you know what types of people add the most to your volunteer roster? Read to learn about the 5 leaders you need on your team.
YOU MAY BE YOUR MINISTRY’S WORST ENEMY
You could possibly be the worst enemy of your youth ministry, volunteer team, and students. As leaders, this is never something you dream to be, but it does happen. Certainly, at times you might beat yourself up when you’ve made a mistake, but it isn’t the norm. At least I hope not! I’m talking about […]