RYM 108: Rethinking How We Train Our Volunteers

Revamp Your Volunteer Training: Unleashing the Potential of Your Youth Ministry Team

In this episode of the Rethinking Youth Ministry Podcast, we dive into the essential topic of volunteer training. Join host Ashley Bohinc, along with Vivi Diaz, Brandon Smith, and Charlie Conder, as they unpack innovative approaches to equipping and empowering your volunteer teams.

Are you ready to revolutionize the way you train your volunteers? Ashley and her guests challenge conventional methods and offer insights into engaging and equipping your team for impactful ministry. From exploring the untapped potential of digital volunteers to sharing personal experiences, this episode offers invaluable guidance for reimagining your training processes.

 

Key Takeaways Include:

1. Embracing Digital Volunteers: Discover new roles and opportunities within the digital landscape, harnessing the power of technology to enhance your ministry's impact.
2.  Proven Strategies for Effective Training: Learn from the experiences of our panel as they share practical tips and strategies for equipping volunteers with the necessary skills and knowledge. 
3. Thought-Provoking Considerations: Prepare yourself to navigate the complexities of volunteer training by gaining insights into critical aspects to ponder and discuss within your team. Don't miss this enlightening episode, packed with actionable advice and fresh perspectives on training your volunteers. Join us as we reimagine volunteer training, unlocking the full potential of your youth ministry team.

 

Contents of this Episode

00:00 Intro

00:34 Guest Introductions

02:34 What is something you have been rethinking when it comes to volunteers?

07:22 What kind of things do you do to vision cast volunteer culture building?

09:52 How are you rethinking the training of your volunteers?

18:14 How do you plan what you are training your volunteers on?

23:16 How do help your volunteers create a safe space for students?

26:14 Can you create volunteer positions that are remote?

28:29 How do you train volunteers on rosters vs. roll call?

31:10 How are you rethinking how you structure a volunteer team?

32:37 When do you drop students off of your roster?

39:40 How can you leverage parents as volunteers?

40:32 What to encourage leaders to do if no students show up?

43:11 How can you use volunteer on social media?

 

Free Episode Resources

► Volunteer Starter Kit: https://thinkorange.com/volunteer-starter-kit/

► Volunteer Kick-Off Event Kit: https://thinkorange.com/volunteer-kickoff-event-kit/

► Volunteer Celebration Event Kit: https://orangeleaders.com/resources/volunteer-celebration-event-kit/

► Volunteer Recruitment Sunday Event Kit: https://orangeleaders.com/resources/recruitment-sunday-event-kit/

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