Volunteers are key to ministry. Without them, we’d be drowning, overstretched, and burnt out. They bring joy, passion, and focus to our ministries, and we are so appreciative of them! They are the wheels that keep our ministry running in the right direction.

Their service to kids and their families is inspiring. And their love for Jesus is contagious.

Here are some of the top volunteer articles for training your volunteers. These will help you inspire, empower, and encourage your volunteer team. Equip them so they can run well.

Their service to kids and their families is inspiring. And their love for Jesus is contagious.

Top Volunteer Training Articles

3 Fundamentals of Team Development Every Volunteer Needs

When your team is growing, kids and families will grow too.

8 Classroom Management Secrets You’ll Want to Share with Volunteers

Keep every classroom focused and engaged with these simple tips.

Volunteers, You Are More than What You Do

Volunteers, be encouraged by this Family Ministry Conversation video. You are leaders in God’s Church—you are giving away Christ.

Volunteers are key to ministry.

2-Minute Training Videos

How to Deal with Kids’ Inappropriate Comments

This 2-minute training video will help equip volunteers to be prepared to speak the truth in love.

How to Deal with Pouting in Your Kids’ Ministry

This 2-minute training video will give volunteers 5 principles to prepare them to deal with pouters!

How to Deal with a Runner in Your Kids’ Ministry

This 2-minute training video will help your volunteers manage their classes when a child tries to escape.

How to Prepare for a Great Sunday School Class

This 2-minute training video will encourage volunteers to be ready for the kids they teach.

Simple Ways to Show Sad Children You Care

This 2-minute training video will encourage volunteers to acknowledge children’s feelings and demonstrate God’s love.

Ministry volunteer cards montage

Volunteer Thank You Cards

Volunteers bring energy and heart to your ministry. They give of themselves freely and intentionally—so it’s important to say THANK YOU as often as you can. Download these 5 cards and give all the warm fuzzies away!
Free Cards
Ministry volunteer cards montage

Volunteer Thank You Cards

Volunteers bring energy and heart to your ministry. They give of themselves freely and intentionally—so it’s important to say THANK YOU as often as you can. Download these 5 cards and give all the warm fuzzies away!
Free Cards
Ministry volunteer cards montage

Volunteer Thank You Cards

Volunteers bring energy and heart to your ministry. They give of themselves freely and intentionally—so it’s important to say THANK YOU as often as you can. Download these 5 cards and give all the warm fuzzies away!
Free Cards

Powerful Ways to Pray for Kids in Your Ministry

This 2-minute training video will give volunteers 7 practical tips on praying for kids they serve.

How to Use Quick Connections to See and Know Families

This 2-minute training video will equip your volunteers to make the most of moments with families!

5 Absolutely Simple Tips for Leading Groups Better

This 2-minute training video will help you maximize your time with kids!

How to Shift Gears When You Lead Kids

This 2-minute training video will give volunteers 7 practical tips to minimize chaos between activity or room changes.

How to Foster Emotional and Spiritual Safety

This 2-minute training video will show you how to foster emotional and spiritual safety.

10 Commandments You’ll Want to Follow When You Teach Kids

Check out this 2-minute training video and discover tips for leading the children in your group.


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