Volunteer Trends, Discovery, and Mobilization
Response to the following :
Part I.
Make an enumerated list of 25 effective methods for elevating church volunteer levels and thereby involving more individuals in ministry. For each method, include a 1-2 sentence description. List the resources or personally independently identifies. Take into account current volunteer trends both within and outside church settings. Based on Hemphill/Taylor
EXAMPLE: Annual Ministry Fair - This approach provides every ministry within the church to formally promote the ministry, its purposes, and worker/leader needs. A "fair" setting is used to encourage all members and attenders to "browse" various ministry booths/tables and gain information to guide volunteer decisions.
Part II.
Synthesize enlistment and training principles as they relate to the discovery, enlistment, training, and motivation of volunteer workers in church ministry settings. Examine the concept and value of volunteer workers and leaders in the local church. Compare and contrast volunteer utilization in church and non-church settings. Introduce the 12 keys for volunteer discovery and mobilization presented by Helen Little. Based on Hemphill/Taylor
Provide references.