When life is is dominated by “have-tos” it is easy to believe there is no time for “want-tos.” Powering through our work projects to “get it done” is a mandate and we believe fun will have to wait. When we pour ourselves out to the point of emptiness we lose our effectiveness. When we burn […]
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For years I have been using my iPhone to manage my church’s social media profiles. Adding links, quotes, pictures, videos, etc. is made easier by using the convenience of a smart phone. The Problem I can’t count the number of times I posted something for my church on my personal profile, or more importantly, something […]
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It is never the responsibility of a worship leader, pastor, teacher, etc. to make sure that those under their influence meet with the Holy Spirit. The notion a person can control whether or not another has an encounter with God is insane. That’s God’s role. The true responsibility of these individuals is to create an […]
Event driven ministry provides nearly all church teams a common gathering place or a “rally point” as I like to call it. During these events (Sunday Services, Wednesday youth events, etc.) a leader can inspire, encourage and cast the big picture to the rest of their team. Volunteers love being a part of a team […]
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Sunday Morning Announcements are held up as the holy grail of communication. Ministry leaders believe that their event will be a success if it is announced from the front on a Sunday. In the past my church has not had a communication strategy, so many events ‘slipped in’ and got a verbal announcement. Despite being […]
It’s tough finding job descriptions for many social media positions. These positions are so new and often quickly changing that keeping up with what this position entails is difficult. The following job descriptions were compiled for 3 very important positions in my organization, which so happens to be a Christian church. The positions are for […]
Here is part 2 of Why Volunteers Quit.. After years of working with volunteers I’ve found that there are simple things you can do which will frustrate them to the point of quitting. Hopefully you haven’t experienced these. If you have, I’m sorry. If you haven’t, please learn from my mistakes. 5) Only communicate with […]
Having the right volunteer for the right job is paramount. We look for individuals who have enthusiasm for the the vision of the ministry, who have time to invest and who possess the skills to actually perform the duties required. You will come across “turn-key” volunteers who are immediately ready to run with their responsibility. […]
Here are 5 ways you can improve your Sunday program. Make your program visitor centered. Focus on making the visitor feel welcome and invite them into the story that God is writing through your church. Assume your visitors know nothing and use the program to help them feel a bit more at home. Stop communicating […]
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How to Be An Effective Leader When You’re Running On Empty
in Everything, Leadership/by Dave ShreinWhen life is is dominated by “have-tos” it is easy to believe there is no time for “want-tos.” Powering through our work projects to “get it done” is a mandate and we believe fun will have to wait. When we pour ourselves out to the point of emptiness we lose our effectiveness. When we burn […]
Effortlessly Creating Social Media Content
in ChurchComm, Everything, Social/by Dave ShreinFor years I have been using my iPhone to manage my church’s social media profiles. Adding links, quotes, pictures, videos, etc. is made easier by using the convenience of a smart phone. The Problem I can’t count the number of times I posted something for my church on my personal profile, or more importantly, something […]
Identifying Communication Roadblocks
in ChurchComm, Everything/by Dave ShreinIt is never the responsibility of a worship leader, pastor, teacher, etc. to make sure that those under their influence meet with the Holy Spirit. The notion a person can control whether or not another has an encounter with God is insane. That’s God’s role. The true responsibility of these individuals is to create an […]
3 Problems when Building a Communication Team
in ChurchComm, Everything, Leadership/by Dave ShreinEvent driven ministry provides nearly all church teams a common gathering place or a “rally point” as I like to call it. During these events (Sunday Services, Wednesday youth events, etc.) a leader can inspire, encourage and cast the big picture to the rest of their team. Volunteers love being a part of a team […]
Dawn Nicole Baldwin
in Everything/by Dave Shrein“When inspiration stops short of creativity and turns to imitating we rob the world of Gods unique calling for us.” @dawnnicole
5 Communication Tools
in ChurchComm, Everything/by Dave ShreinSunday Morning Announcements are held up as the holy grail of communication. Ministry leaders believe that their event will be a success if it is announced from the front on a Sunday. In the past my church has not had a communication strategy, so many events ‘slipped in’ and got a verbal announcement. Despite being […]
A Communication Job Description
in ChurchComm, Everything/by Dave ShreinIt’s tough finding job descriptions for many social media positions. These positions are so new and often quickly changing that keeping up with what this position entails is difficult. The following job descriptions were compiled for 3 very important positions in my organization, which so happens to be a Christian church. The positions are for […]
Why Volunteers Quit, Part 2
in ChurchComm, Everything/by Dave ShreinHere is part 2 of Why Volunteers Quit.. After years of working with volunteers I’ve found that there are simple things you can do which will frustrate them to the point of quitting. Hopefully you haven’t experienced these. If you have, I’m sorry. If you haven’t, please learn from my mistakes. 5) Only communicate with […]
Why Volunteers Quit, Part 1
in ChurchComm, Everything/by Dave ShreinHaving the right volunteer for the right job is paramount. We look for individuals who have enthusiasm for the the vision of the ministry, who have time to invest and who possess the skills to actually perform the duties required. You will come across “turn-key” volunteers who are immediately ready to run with their responsibility. […]
5 Ways to Improve Your Sunday Program
in ChurchComm, Everything/by Dave ShreinHere are 5 ways you can improve your Sunday program. Make your program visitor centered. Focus on making the visitor feel welcome and invite them into the story that God is writing through your church. Assume your visitors know nothing and use the program to help them feel a bit more at home. Stop communicating […]