Developing & Encouraging Volunteers

Developing and encouraging youth ministry volunteer leaders is crucial for a thriving program.

Here are ten simple weekly strategies:

10. Personalized Check-Ins: Send a personal message or make a quick call to check how they’re doing.

9. Affirmation and Encouragement: Highlight a volunteer’s contribution during a meeting or in a group chat.

8. Prayer Support: Pray specifically for each volunteer by name during the week.

7. Provide Resources:  Share a short article, podcast, or video that’s relevant to their role.

6. Delegated Responsibilities: Empower them with new responsibilities or ask for their input on key decisions.

5. Feedback Loop: Ask for their thoughts on recent activities and how things can improve.

4. Team Building Moments: Organize a brief, fun activity or icebreaker before or after meetings.

3. Recognition: Recognize a volunteer’s efforts publicly during service or in church communications.

2. Practical Help: Offer help with any personal or ministry-related tasks they might be struggling with.

1. Vision Casting: Regularly share the bigger picture of the ministry’s goals and their role in achieving it.

These strategies help create a supportive and empowering environment for your youth ministry leaders, fostering growth and a deeper commitment to the ministry.