If your volunteers are bought into your vision as a ministry, they will have ownership and follow you. Let’s walk through five questions every volunteer on your team should know how to answer. 1: Why does our team exist and why does my service matter? This could be your Vision... read more
As a leader, it’s important to build relationships with your volunteers. Not only will this help create a sense of community and belonging within your church, but it will also help your volunteers feel valued and appreciated. Making Sunday Happen involves more than volunteers pushing the right button or... read more
We often think that getting our ideas or projects rejected is the worst thing that could ever happen. I can’t tell you how many people have pitched ideas or scripts to me over the years and when I wasn’t interested, they got angry and never called me again. Maybe in... read more
It seems counterintuitive, but the more you replicate yourself, the greater your job security. Contrary to the belief that “You’re going to work yourself out of a job,” the exact opposite is true in the Kingdom of God. In fact, the more that you take the time to invest in... read more
Whether your church has paid staff or your volunteers make everything happen, clarity is essential for everyone on your team. When everyone has a clear understanding of their jobs and responsibilities, a ministry runs smoother. Let this be true for church staff and volunteers alike. You have important volunteer jobs... read more
‘Ten Critical Keys For Designing a Creative Culture’ blog post was posted with permission from Philcooke.com It’s no secret that culture is more important than vision. I’ve worked in creative, vibrant cultures where original thinking is valued, people listen to each other, and wonderful things happen. On the other hand... read more
If you are leading worship with a team, more than likely you connect with them in some way before your worship set, whether it is for a sound check, a time of sharing, or preparing which songs you are going to use. I call this meeting time our team “briefing.”... read more
WATCH THE EPISODE: LISTEN TO THE EPISODE: Show Notes: This week we’re talking with another leading voice in the Branding and Church Communications space – Mark MacDonald. Mark is the author of Be Known for Something and we can learn a ton from Mark about making sure to have a... read more
There is a saying that is heard around my church and youth group from my lips often – we are family! And I mean it. And they know I mean it. From the students to the Serve Staff (what we call our volunteers) they believe it. But how do you... read more
This week, Carl interviews Hollywood veteran Brian Bird. Brian is a 30 year veteran in the entertainment industry. He is a writer and producer. He has written and produced dozens of episodes of television shows and screenplays for movies you know – do you remember the show Step by Step... read more
Is having a smart phone the smart thing to do? I held on to my dumb phone as long as I possibly could. I knew putting the internet in my pocket would be a dangerous thing. Instant access to porn was my immediate concern (I’m an recovering addict), but lurking... read more
House Bill 2! I suppose you have heard of it? If you have been watching the news anytime during the last 30 days anywhere in America then you know what House Bill 2 is and that is the bill passed by the State of North Carolina to not allow transgenders... read more
