concerning the coming generations
Fall is here. The routines of the school year are visiting households with children. It seems like an abrupt transition for me this year. With the events of the last few […]
Tag Archives: Recruiting Leaders
apprentice, really?
I am a fan of Celebrity Apprentice. It is one of my guilty pleasures. I watched the first episode of season 9 tonight on Hulu. It is fascinating to watch […]
Five Characteristics of Key Leaders in Children’s Ministry
Here are five characteristics I look for when I am seeking key leaders for the children’s ministry that I lead. By key leaders, I am referring to people who take responsibility for a significant expression of […]
when volunteer recruiting produces hints of dread
There is a feeling of dread that can occur when you realize that you have tapped out your resources for volunteer recruiting. You have a shortfall of workers and Sunday […]
Traits to Look for in Volunteer Prospects
Here are a few traits which I typically look for when considering prospective volunteers to be involved in the children’s ministry at my church. For those workers who move into […]
Thoughts on Calling to Pastoral Ministry
I recently conversed with a young man who is thinking seriously about pursuing a call to pastoral ministry. I am excited for him and the things that God is doing […]
Biggest Children’s Ministry Leadership Challenge: Results of Totally Unscientific Poll
I asked: What is your biggest children’s ministry leadership challenge? You responded: Lack of volunteers 3 (50%) Inadequate facilities 0 (0%) Lack of support from church leadership 3 (50%) Lack […]
Children’s Ministry Recruitment by Networking and Referral
I typically do not use mass appeals to recruit people for the children’s ministry. I prefer to network with people and seek referrals based on relationships. While my church does […]
Children’s Ministry: Planning for Summer Ministries
Summer is in the air! Well, not really. But planning for summer certainly is, especially if you are a children’s ministry leader. As Sherlock Holmes would say to his crony, […]
Friday Night Muse: Developing in Your Church a High Expectation Ethos
The onset of 2007 dances on the near horizon, teasing coyly with its come hither promises of greater things to come. Looking back on the past ten years of my […]
