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.

Vacation Bible School is here! For some, that means this is the moment you’ve planned and strategized for this entire year. For others, it creates a sense of fear and dread because you’re not the organized type. Just in case you fall into the latter category (no premade binders, label makers, and a specific color-coded filing system?), we’ve put together a list of last-minute tips for a smooth and safe VBS.