If you build it they will come – a lesson in recruiting volunteers
When it comes to the world of media and the church, recruiting volunteers can be a tad tricky. One hindrance to finding volunteers is that most people don’t see media as a typical place to serve. Often times creative media types may already be serving in the children’s ministry or some other part of the church and simply don’t acknowldege the real validity to serving in a non-traditional role. Another hindrance is the skill sometimes required is very high. Because motion graphics and video editing can be fairly difficult you can’t necessarily have anyone and everyone off the street helping with an after effects intro. Recently with the launch of our new website I was able to post an online group as well as a posting in the news section. From these subtle advertisements I have already received numerous interests from people that have a desire to use their skills for the church. Before the website we really had no great vehicle of recruitment so having an online connection point is crucial in my opinion. The truth is people love to use their skills and abilities to furthur God’s kingdom, its up to us to create a path for them to be able to.
- Making the big ask
- Training media volunteers
- Using media to honor students
- 10 ways I might fail this year
- Closing the back door to your youth ministry
