Looking for a way to raise funds for your next youth group activity or possibly toward 3WLN #3? Here is a website that lists 71 ideas that might help you find a creative solution to funding problems. Not all of these ideas fit every context, but hopefully there’s an idea in here that’ll help you along.
http://www.studentministry.org/71-fundraising-ideas-for-youth-groups/
Do you actively coach or encourage your church ushers/ greeters? Maybe these formal roles don’t exist in your church. Whatever the case, I hope these three pieces of advice will help you create an environment where everyone coming into your space feels welcome to enter into worship with their whole heart.
https://www.evangelismcoach.org/3-quick-fixes-to-your-church-greeter-minsitry/
I’ve only led worship a few times, but every time I came away thinking... how do we include more persons in the worship experience? This article tackles this question from a few angles including a scientific study. If you’re involved in worship leading or preparation, I’d recommend checking out this article for some ideas.
http://www.ministrymatters.com/all/entry/6177/how-to-encourage-people-to-sing-in-worship
How do you encourage more participation in singing?
Before guests enter our home, we make sure to make our space as welcoming as possible. This allows the guests to feel at ease and truly welcome to be with us, fully engaged in our time together.
How does this look in a church setting? Are we actively prepare for visitors to share our space and be fully engaged? This article speaks to some practical advice to get ready for visitors. Not all of the ideas might apply to our settings, but many are good reminders on which to focus.
http://malphursgroup.com/11-church-hospitality-tips-serve-guests/
Some practical tips to encourage lay leaders...
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/9-ways-to-raise-up-leaders-in-your-church/
Are there any that you would add or take away from this list?
