Making Sense Of Ministry | Youth Ministry & Children's Ministry

Feb 06 2024 39 ep. 30 mins 23
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Making Sense of Ministry is the Youth Ministry and Children's Ministry podcast designed to guide you toward success. Why? Because we want young people to know the love God has for them. This podcast, presented by the Youth Ministry Institute, is hosted by Brian Lawson and Kirsten Knox. So whether you're full-time, part-time, or a volunteer in ministry, we're glad you are here!

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Navigating Volunteer Leadership: Fostering Growth and Confidence in Ministry Volunteers | Season 5: Episode 9

Feb 06 2024 22 mins  
Have you ever had a team of volunteers but had no idea how to help them develop? Should you provide training for them? If so, how often and what in the world do you teach them?That’s the kind of challenge Kirsten Knox and Brian Lawson address head-on as they unpack the journey of shaping volunteer leaders in youth and children's ministries.Support the showResources MentionedSubsc

Five-Minute Mentoring: Guiding Volunteers Beyond the Welcome Mat in Ministry | Season 5: Episode 8

Jan 23 2024 4 mins  
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 a critical step in nurturing a volunteer toward long-term success. Get ready to discover the secrets to building a committed, long-t

Onboarding Volunteers in Ministry: Insights and Strategies to Enhance A New Volunteer's Experience | Season 5: Episode 7

Oct 17 2023 22 mins  
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 onboarding skills, then give this episode a listen.Resources MentionedSubscribe To Content Filled EmailsFind the Youth Ministry Institute on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or

Five-Minute Mentoring: Turning 'No' Around in Volunteer Recruitment | Season 5: Episode 6

Oct 03 2023 3 mins  
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 seeking help to inviting others to partake in the transformative work God is already doing in our youth's lives made a significan

From Guacamole to Four Square: Secrets to Reducing Frustration with Volunteers | Season 5: Episode 5

Sep 26 2023 23 mins  
Have you ever found yourself spiraling in frustration? Join us as we share our personal tales – Brian's tussle with a guacamole-less Chipotle visit and Kirsten's fiery four-square showdown. And the truth is, we can feel frustration with volunteers - ever been there? We spill the beans on the essentials - from documents like background screenings to laying down clear expectations.

Five-Minute Mentoring: Making The Ask of Potential Volunteers | Season 5: Episode 4

Sep 19 2023 5 mins  
Ready to ask a potential volunteer to join your Youth Ministry or Children's Ministry? In this episode, Brian uncovers how to successfully connect with potential volunteers, from choosing the ideal setting for your conversation to effectively communicating your ministry's vision. The way you ask may just make or break whether the person will say yes to joining your ministry team.Th

The Power of Diversifying Volunteer Teams | Season 5: Episode 3

Sep 12 2023 21 mins  
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 diversifying our volunteer teams, drawing from our volunteers' skill sets, backgrounds, and ages, even when they defy the ‘typical’ volunteer image.

Five-Minute Mentoring: First Step In Building Your Volunteer Ministry Team | Season 5: Episode 2

Sep 05 2023 4 mins  
Ready to create a stellar volunteer team for your ministry? Kirsten Knox will guide you through the process of choosing the best possible team for your ministry. We kickstart the discussion with an engaging debate about the greatest basketball players of all time, using this analogy to highlight the importance of selecting the best team for your ministry. Tune in to learn how to be

The Power of Volunteers in Youth and Children's Ministries | Season 5: Episode 1

Aug 29 2023 22 mins  
In this episode, we walk through tales of memorable volunteers, the influences they wield on youth and children's ministries, and the lessons we can glean from their stories. Ever been amused by a volunteer who does something quirky? Or marveled at a longtime volunteer who creates a ‘happy place’ of serving within the church? As we round off this episode, we lean into the life

Five-Minute Mentoring: On The Interwoven Web Of Joys And Complaints | Season 4: Episode 10

Apr 27 2023 5 mins  
Have you ever had someone complain, and now it's all you can think about? Have complaints ruined a meaningful moment in ministry? In this Five-Minute Mentoring episode, Brian discusses the interwoven web of joys and complaints. Understanding this web can help you stay positive and joy-filled as you serve in ministry.Resources MentionedYouth & Children’s Ministry Job BoardYout