Do’s and Don’ts for Ministry Growth

Josh on July 2nd, 2008

Enjoyed this post from Tony Morgan about some classic do’s and don’ts of ministry. Most can be translated rather simply to a youth ministry context. Good stuff, here’s 4 of his 9 keys:

  1. You don’t need a logo. A new logo isn’t the key to successful ministry. Life change is the key to successful ministry. Only Jesus can change lives. Yes, there are times when you’ll need to update your branding; however, it’s not going to make or break your ministry.
  2. Your fancy flyers won’t help. 80% of the people who show up to a weekend service come with a friend who invites them. That same principle applies to your ministry as well. If people aren’t inviting their friends, that’s likely a ministry problem and not a promotions problem.
  3. Put people first. Life change happens most often within the context of relationships. If your ministry isn’t helping people engage in relational connections (inside and outside of the church), then your ministry will not grow.
  4. Lead your ministry. You should focus on that. You aren’t gifted at promotions (even though you think you are). You should let communications professionals focus on that, and stop fighting against the people who are trying to help you. Spend more time doing ministry and less time trying to promote your ministry.

JG

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Dan at 4:48pm July 2

I echo the enjoyment of this post from Tony, it is the man.

Sean Rheaume at 5:16pm July 2

dang…ouch…crap and wow!