Posts by Scott Magdalein
How To Pastor Your Church Volunteers
This post has been adapted from episode 16 of our podcast. You can subscribe to the podcast here or read the transcript below. Kevin Fontenot: Hey there, I’m Kevin Fontenot and I’m here with Scott Magdalein. We’re your hosts of the Thriving Ministry Teams podcast where we talk about all things related to church leadership, discipleship and…
Read MoreHow to Create a Welcoming First Impression for Church Guests
Have you ever been to a restaurant and immediately been turned off by the experience? I know I have. Whether it’s employees who walk past without saying anything, a rude hostess, or just an unclean building, a bad first impression instantly sets the tone for the rest of your experience. Chances are your overall impression…
Read More5 Reasons Your Volunteers Are Underperforming (And How to Fix It)
In the volunteer world, underperforming can look like a lot of different things. Sometimes volunteers will underperform by showing up late on a Sunday morning. Other times volunteers will underperform by not being prepared to lead a lesson or by just having a bad attitude. Most of the time it’s easy to spot a volunteer…
Read More4 Crucial Lessons Pastors Should Learn from Entrepreneurs
If you’re in that camp, skip to the bottom of this post. The rest is not meant for you. Why Entrepreneurs, Specifically? Among business leaders, entrepreneurs are a unique set. Many established business leaders were entrepreneurs at one point in their journey. Now, after launching their idea, they’ve evolved toward sustainable growth or maintenance of…
Read MoreHow To Get First Time Guests To Come Back
This post has been adapted from episode 16 of our podcast. You can subscribe to the podcast here or read the transcript below. Kevin Fontenot: Hey there. I’m Kevin Fontenot, and I’m here with Scott Magdalein. We’re your hosts of the Thriving Ministry Team’s Podcast, where we talk about all things related to church leadership, discipleship, and…
Read MoreWhy Ministry Leaders Should Clarify Expectations for Every Team Member
James writes in chapter 4 that disagreements that lead to division often stem from desires not being fulfilled by one another. Those unmet expectations lead to envy and lust and physical fights. And while you probably aren’t punching your volunteers or getting yourself run over by direct reports, strife and tension from unmet expectations in…
Read MoreHow To Create A Small Group Leader Training Program
Small group leaders are one of the most crucial volunteer roles in the local church. These leaders are entrusted with teaching, leading, and ministering to a group of church members. A well thought out small group leader training program is one of your greatest tools to help promote unity and discipleship in your church through…
Read MoreThe Story of TrainedUp
This post has been adapted from episode 14 of our podcast. You can subscribe to the podcast here or read the transcript below. Kevin Fontenot: Hey there. I’m Kevin Fontenot, and I’m here with Scott Magdalein. We’re your hosts of The Thriving Ministry Team’s Podcast, where we talk about all things related to church leadership, discipleship, and…
Read More6 Steps to Develop Young Leaders in Ministry
Aside from your legacy, you also have a biblical responsibility to begin developing young leaders while they’re still actually young. Paul leaves many examples and admonishments in his letters including Timothy, Titus, Ephesians, and Colossians. Finally, as if you needed more reason to follow through on developing young leaders, it’s also incredibly practical. Millennials, my…
Read MoreThe Volunteer Check-up: 11 Vital Questions Leaders Should Ask Their Volunteers
are His hands and feet in your church and community. They are where the “rubber meets the road” when it comes to serving people, showing God’s love, and helping outsiders feel like they’re at home in your building. You don’t need convincing that your job would be way WAY harder if your volunteers decided to…
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