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FRIDAY June 22
[size=x-large]Inviting Others to Join Your Ministry[/size]
Have you ever heard of a one-man band? This is a band in which one person plays all the instruments in the band. The drum is strapped to his back and operated by a foot pedal; cymbals are strapped between the knees and so on. In the metaphorical sense, a one-person band is one in which one individual plays all parts.
One-person bands have the potential to burn out because they have no physical or emotional team support. One-person bands sometimes complain about the lack of church support, but the congregation has probably not been asked to be involved in any way other than financially.
Whether you are just beginning a ministry, or evaluating an existing one, the following are some suggestions on how to multiply your ministry by getting others involved:
*Review what is involved in every aspect of the ministry you are undertaking and see how many people could take part.
*Decide on the areas where significant help is needed and look for key people to fill these major roles. Think about some team leaders.
*Prepare a fairly detailed written outline of all aspects of the ministry. This will be useful when talking to prospective team members. They will be able to understand exactly what is required of them.
*Report regularly to the whole church. This will let everyone see that your ministry is a part of the local church
[size=x-large]Inviting Others to Join Your Ministry[/size]
Have you ever heard of a one-man band? This is a band in which one person plays all the instruments in the band. The drum is strapped to his back and operated by a foot pedal; cymbals are strapped between the knees and so on. In the metaphorical sense, a one-person band is one in which one individual plays all parts.
One-person bands have the potential to burn out because they have no physical or emotional team support. One-person bands sometimes complain about the lack of church support, but the congregation has probably not been asked to be involved in any way other than financially.
Whether you are just beginning a ministry, or evaluating an existing one, the following are some suggestions on how to multiply your ministry by getting others involved:
*Review what is involved in every aspect of the ministry you are undertaking and see how many people could take part.
*Decide on the areas where significant help is needed and look for key people to fill these major roles. Think about some team leaders.
*Prepare a fairly detailed written outline of all aspects of the ministry. This will be useful when talking to prospective team members. They will be able to understand exactly what is required of them.
*Report regularly to the whole church. This will let everyone see that your ministry is a part of the local church