Episode 155: Recruiting Like Jesus with Jim Wideman

Join us for an insightful episode of The KidzMatter Podcast as Ryan Frank sits down with renowned KidMin expert, Jim Wideman, to explore the art of "Recruiting Like Jesus." Together, they delve into common mistakes made by KidMin leaders in volunteer recruitment and provide practical tips for avoiding them. Drawing inspiration from biblical examples, Jim sheds light on how the recruitment strategies employed by Jesus offer timeless insights for ministry leaders today, emphasizing the importance of setting an example, praying fervently, and selecting volunteers strategically.Discover the power of "drafting" volunteers rather than simply asking for them, as Jim unpacks this innovative approach to recruitment and shares its transformative potential for building dynamic ministry teams. Additionally, learn valuable lessons from Jesus' model of leadership development, exploring the significance of creating tiers of leadership and empowering individuals to fulfill their potential in service to others. Don't miss this enlightening conversation filled with actionable advice and encouragement for KidMin leaders seeking to strengthen their volunteer teams and make a lasting impact in their communities.📌 SUBSCRIBE for weekly children's ministry resources, podcast episodes, and KidMin Word devotionals: YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Other platforms: kidzmatter.com/podcast📫 Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the know about all of our LIVE events.🎟️ JOIN US at the KidzMatter Conference 2026 — NEXT — October 6–8 in Evansville, IN.🌎 Discover more children's ministry tools, training, and curriculum: kidzmatter.com📱Follow KidzMatter:   Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | Join our Facebook Community