I’m not big on pulpit pleas, but I do find a good deal of fruit in volunteer recruitment through a sweeping campaign each year. I do not just accept people on the spot (I’m big on interviewing, conducting personal asks, and placing according to passions and gifts). We use this campaign to educate the congregation about upcoming ministries and make sure new people know there is a great opportunity to serve kids. We allow people to show interest in a particular position and then follow up with them with applications, interviews, and orientations. Here’s what I am doing this year. I have packaged it in a generic fashion so that your church can use almost everything I will be using.

“Make a Difference” Recruitment Campaign

• 8.5 x 11 Logo
• 11 x 17 Logo (for wall posters)
• Adjustable Bulletin Insert
• Recruitment Video–Available here on Vimeo for download in HD MPEG (see below)

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Today I want you all to know about a very well done video from Max 7. Max 7 is a great website full of downloadable videos, curriculum, music, and ministry forms.

You MUST have the Aim Lower video. If you can get your pastor to let you play this in the service, you deserve a raise!

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