I was reflecting this past week about the practices of highly effective church volunteers. The conversation caused me to go back 38 years and remember the incredible impact a man named Lenis Black had on my life. Before reading the 7 practices I learned from Mr. Black, make sure you sign up for the FREE online conference […]
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4 Ways To Thank Church Volunteers
Brian Dodd on December 23, 2014 in Church Leadership
As we head towards Christmas we are constantly reminded of those who have meant so much to our success this previous year. This is why the following guest blog from my friends at MAG Bookkeeping is so important. If you are a pastor or staff member, you need to know many of your volunteers are exhausted […]
8 Things Pastors Can Do To Avoid Losing Their Inner-Circle
Brian Dodd on August 26, 2014 in Church Leadership
I know dozens and dozens of lay leaders who were once on their pastor’s inner-circle but later became disillusioned and left the church entirely. Interesting thing about lay leadership, once it is removed leaders often not only leave their position but often leave their church as well. I was having lunch with my friend Randy […]
10 Things Church Volunteers Wished Their Pastor Knew About Them
Brian Dodd on November 12, 2013 in Church Leadership
What are the volunteers serving in your church thinking? What are their hopes, dreams, and needs? During the last 26 years, I have had to privilege of serving on two church staffs but the vast majority of my time has been as a volunteer. To assist pastors and church leaders in better connecting with those who have made the strategic choice to […]