Recruiting and Caring for the Next Volunteers | S04.E08

On this week’s episode of Intentional Churches Doug and Erin are joined by Jill Gillie, executive director of campus ops and projects at Eastside Christian Church in Orange County, California. Jill is an expert when it comes to recruiting, sustaining, and building a volunteer culture, and that’s exactly the expertise she shares during today’s conversation. 

A lot changed for churches after COVID-19, including the approach to volunteers. Jill breaks down how her team looks at building that core volunteer base, post-COVID, and what she learned about consistency throughout that time. The three then launch into a discussion on how to recruit volunteers of different generations, creating a true volunteer culture at your church, and Jill’s practical tips for training your volunteer team. Members willing to serve are essential for the success of any church, no matter its size, and this conversation will leave you with practical ways to build a consistent volunteer culture that will continue to grow beyond your annual volunteering push from the pulpit. 

CHAPTERS
00:00 The Importance of Volunteers in Church
03:15 Adapting Volunteer Recruitment and Care During COVID-19
11:24 Generational Differences in Volunteering
18:34 Creating a Volunteer Culture
26:43 Practical Tips for Recruiting and Training Volunteers

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