Episode 289: Managing Time & Discipling Volunteers with Lauren Jackson

<div class="smart-track-player-container stp-color-ed702b-ed702b spp-stp-desktop" data-uid="00e3d616"></div><div class="spp-shsp-form spp-shsp-form-00e3d616"></div> <p>In this episode of the Family Ministry Podcast, Nick Blevins and Lauren Jackson discuss key aspects of kids and student ministry, including the importance of vision, time management, and volunteer discipleship. Lauren shares insights from her experience and the NextGen Ministry Network, emphasizing the need to equip volunteers and build strong relationships within the church.</p> <h2>Lauren Jackson</h2> <p>Connect with Lauren on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kidsministrycircle/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://linktr.ee/kidsministrycircle?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafgPZUKvx5fxAhy2QdChnjywVCGSVl4Xw8PUJDphaCf8wOMTwzi_5N_6xV_yw_aem_blc3729-l9iFP-HrrmwB0g" target="_blank" rel="noopener">LinkTree</a></p> <h2><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Volunteer Playbook</span></h2> <p><em><strong>My first book is out! Buy the book by visiting <a href="http://www.volunteerplaybook.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">volunteerplaybook.com</a> or by visiting <a href="https://amzn.to/43yCluS" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Amazon</a>. </strong></em></p> <h2>Episode Notes</h2> <div><strong>Key Takeaways</strong></div> <div> <ul class="Apple-dash-list"> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Kids ministry leaders should focus on equipping volunteers rather than doing everything themselves.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Discipling volunteers is essential for effective kids ministry.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Time management is crucial; leaders should prioritize vision casting and relationship building.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Creating a ministry where volunteers feel empowered leads to better outcomes for kids.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Engaging with parents and volunteers is a key part of a kids pastor's role.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Leaders should be proactive in building relationships with other staff members.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">It's important to assess how time is spent in ministry roles.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Saying no to certain tasks can free up time for more important responsibilities.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Collaboration with peers can enhance ministry effectiveness.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Understanding the season of ministry helps in setting realistic goals.</span></li> </ul> </div> <h2>Watch it on YouTube</h2> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Managing Time & Discipling Volunteers with Lauren Jackson - Episode 289" width="1080" height="608" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/eLymJaIzsyk?feature=oembed" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <h2>Ministry Boost Coaching is back!</h2> <p><a href="https://ministryboost.org/coaching/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here to check out the amazing benefits of coaching groups with Ministry Boost.</a></p> <h2>Get An Email When Each New Episode Comes Out</h2> <p>Use the form below to subscribe to my email list where you’ll get an email each Tuesday when a new podcast comes out.<br /> <script src="https://ministry-boost.ck.page/894c7a7be4/index.js" async="" data-uid="894c7a7be4"></script></p> <h2>Subscribe | Share | Rate | Comment</h2> <p>To make sure you never miss a post, hit the subscribe button in <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/nick-blevins-family-ministry/id1114357026" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iTunes</a>, <a href="https://play.google.com/music/m/I5jepv5xvtrr4g5ehddm4usvy2y?t=Nick_Blevins_Family_Ministry_Podcast_Children__Youth__Students__NextGen" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Google Play</a>, <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=90266&refid=stpr" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Stitcher</a>, or <a href="http://tunein.com/radio/Nick-Blevins-Family-Ministry-Podcast-p877774/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tune In</a> radio. Keep your friends and co-workers up-to-date as well by sharing it with them via email or social media.</p> <h2>Special Sponsor: Clearstream</h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This episode is sponsored by Clearstream. <a href="https://clearstream.io/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Clearstream.io</a> works with thousands of churches worldwide and integrates with tools your church already uses such as MailChimp, Church Community Builder, Rock RMS, Planning Center, and more. 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