Grow Your Ministry Podcast

Welcome to Episode 6 of the Grow Your Ministry Podcast with Elle Campbell, co-founder of Stuff You Can Use! In this episode, Elle dives into one of the biggest challenges in ministry: building and sustaining a strong volunteer team. Elle shares the strategies you need to create a volunteer culture that’s inviting and fulfilling, helping you not just recruit but retain volunteers all year long.

What We Cover:
  • The real reason behind volunteer shortages and how to address the root issue.
  • Why creating a culture volunteers want to be part of is essential.
  • The seven ways to invest in your volunteers year-round.

Key Points:
  • Recruiting, Training, Retaining: Each stage of volunteer management presents its own challenges. Learn how to shift from simply “recruiting” to creating a lasting culture.
  • 7 Investment Strategies: Discover Grow Curriculum’s framework for sustaining volunteer engagement:
  • Annual Planning: A clear yearly strategy with pre-scheduled volunteer events, meetings, and celebrations can transform your volunteer culture.
For More:

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Host: Elle Campbell

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  • (00:10) - Welcome
  • (02:10) - An Annual Volunteer Strategy
  • (05:42) - 7 Ways to Invest in Volunteers
  • (26:38) - Wrap Up

Creators and Guests

Host
Elle Campbell
Co-founder & Chief Content Officer of Stuff You Can Use

What is Grow Your Ministry Podcast?

Welcome to the Grow Your Ministry Podcast, where your friends at Stuff You Can Use share super practical training and ideas for your ministry! In each episode, you’ll hear from members of our team as we share insights, lessons learned, and strategies to help you grow as a church leader. Whether you’re leading kids or students, we’ll equip you with the tools you need to keep growing and making a difference in your community. Learn more at growcurriculum.org.