Believe it or not, the end of summer is quickly approaching. You are likely gearing up for families to return from vacations and prepping for the changes that back to school time brings to your congregation. This season brings an increase in attendance and excitement as families settle back into routines and norms.

When it comes to church volunteers, many churches will shout open opportunities from the rooftops in hopes their pleas will land on a few willing ears. Some churches even beg in desperation. These actions beg the question, is there an easier way to get church members to volunteer? Praise be, yes! Lucky for us, scripture gives us a hint to get us started in the right direction.

Whether you are a church comprised mostly of new churchgoers or a church packed with life-long members, it’s a good idea to prepare for whatever the future may bring. While planning for the future growth of your church can be exhilarating, creating a church crisis communication plan is often overlooked. This key step is critical in ensuring your church staff is trained to protect your growing congregation in case of future incidents.