Recruiting Volunteers For Your Church

People are so busy these days that they barely have time to get enough sleep, let alone volunteer their time to others. As a church representative, you know how difficult it is to get people to attend services. Asking them to devote even more of their time often results in frustration. Even those who want to help with church bazaars, facility improvement, and bible study groups may not have enough free time.
If you show churchgoers the value of volunteer efforts, they may change their tune. This begins with formalizing the volunteer process, something many churches do not do. People interested in volunteering should be screened to determine where their skills can be best used. Volunteers should receive formal training so they can perform assigned tasks in the proper manner. Using volunteers effectively reduces burnout, allowing the church to maintain a consistent roster.
Create brochures that explain the various volunteering opportunities and how each benefits the community. Once people understand the different roles and their value, they may be more likely to volunteer. Use thick, UV coated flyers to advertise open volunteer positions to the community. Non-members may have interest in helping out to learn more about the church.
Distribute volunteering brochures after church services and at church events. Provide volunteering opportunities for youngsters, allowing them to get involved at an early age. Children can help distribute church programs or assist with displaying items at church fairs. Older children can sell tickets at church potluck dinners and silent auctions.
In addition to publicizing volunteer opportunities, UV coated flyers promote the church to the public. Businesses and politicians will see what the church is doing to improve the community. This may inspire them to play a more active role in the church by donating money, products, or services. They may even donate the gift of their time.