Over the years I have heard a wide variety of reasons why people are interested in volunteering in the student ministry. These are just some of my most interesting REAL but Odd Reasons For Being a Volunteer? …
10. I have to be with my child. Even though they are _____ old, they still cry when I leave them.
9. I am afraid my daughter will get pregnant. I need to be there so boys won’t talk to her.
8. I don’t trust you as a youth pastor.
7. I am volunteering in the middle school ministry because they told me I am not cool enough for the high school ministry.
6. Sr. Pastor wants me to be here to report all the things you do wrong to him.
5. My mom is making me.
4. So my wife won’t force to get a job and work evenings.
3. I wasn’t cool in high school, but this way, I can experience what it is like to be cool and accepted.
2. I went to Bible College and Seminary without using it, so I didn’t want it to waste my money and eight years of my life.
1. I didn’t get your job, so I am here when you fail.

