Connecting with First Time Visitors
Just for the record... I Do Not necessarily recommend having guests wear an identifying tag
How does your church or group interact or not interact with first time visitors? It can be quite intimidating on both sides (for the visitor and the community member). Hopefully it’s not all left up to the leader or pastor. Here are some practical ideas for connecting with visitors to your church.
https://www.evangelismcoach.org/6-ways-to-follow-up-on-first-time-church-visitors/
How to Walk with your Small Group Leaders
It can be a tough journey knowing how to balance our direct involvement vs being hands off in the small groups of your youth. Here’s a resource that shares some practical advice on walking with those who are leading your small groups.
http://www.tansquaredyouthministry.com/2016/05/tips-running-epic-youth-small-groups/
An Idea for Personal or Group Bible and Art Time
Perhaps you’ve heard of it, but it seems as though I’ve seen it more and more. For those of you looking for a new way to dive into Scripture or express with a small group how a specific passage has impacted you, maybe you should try Bible Art Journaling. It seems a great outlet for those who are artistically inclined and a new lens through which to approach scripture for those of us who are not as inclined in the arts.
Here’s an example of some Bible Art Journaling from a German group.
https://bibleartjournaling.de/challenges/challenge-archiv/seht-wieviel-liebe/
Coaching Leaders on Speaking Up Front
While many of us feel comfortable while speaking up front, many of the leaders we work with might need to be coached. Here is a resource list with some tips on encouraging your up front leaders for maximum clarity and effectiveness.
http://www.davidsantistevan.com/public-speaking/
Comprehensive Article on Self Care
This article is a fairly comprehensive look at self care for those in ministry. So often there’s a misconception that self care is selfish, but really it’s essential for longevity and health. There is a wealth of resources here which will hopefully help frame a healthy balance.
https://whenyouworkforthechurch.com/2017/01/26/the-best-articles-on-self-care-in-the-church/