Building and Maintaining a Strong Serve Team

• Essential for success in Kids Ministry
• Requires intentional recruitment, thorough equipping, and consistent appreciation

Recruiting Serve Team Members

1. Cast Vision and Share Heart

• People are motivated to serve when they understand how their efforts make a lasting impact.
• Share your heart for the ministry and explain how the Serve Team plays a crucial role in the Vision of the Church.

2. Recruit Well

• The key to reducing the need for constant recruitment is to focus on retaining your Serve Team. When retention is prioritized, the need for frequent recruitment diminishes.

3. Set Clear Requirements for Serve Team Members

• Raising the bar for commitment and quality attracts passionate, dedicated individuals who are serious about making a difference.

4. Clearly Communicate Roles, Expectations, and Responsibilities

• Define time commitments, duties, and specific goals to prevent misunderstandings and build trust.

5. Get Buy-In Early

• Identify potential Serve Team members during key events and conferences.
• Approach individuals who show a passion for children’s ministry.

6. Build Personal Relationships

• Personal invitations are more effective than general public appeals.
• Strengthening relationships increases commitment.