December 11, 2023

Kids Ministry Collective 267 I’ve Got BIG questions and How to Ask Them?

30 minutes

Are you asking the right questions as a Childrens ministry Leader? If we are going to grow the kids ministries we lead and our teams, we as leaders must grow our ability to ask questions.

Join Host and KMC Coach, Tom Bump as he shares 10 questions along with 2 follow-up questions you can ask yourself and other ministry leaders.

Main Question

Follow-Up Question 1

Follow-Up Question 2

1. Am I effectively communicating my vision and expectations to my volunteer team?

- How often am I communicating with my team about the vision and expectations?

- Are my messages clear and easily understood by all team members?

2. How can I create an environment that fosters collaboration and teamwork among my volunteers?

- Do I promote open communication and active participation within the team?

- What can I do to encourage cooperation and support among team members?

3. Am I regularly providing constructive feedback and recognition to my volunteer team?

- How frequently am I giving feedback and recognition to my team members?

- Do I provide specific examples and actionable suggestions for improvement?

4. Are there any areas in which my volunteers may need additional training or development?

- Have I identified the specific skills or knowledge gaps within my team?

- What training or development opportunities can I offer to address those gaps?

5. How can I empower my volunteers to take ownership of their roles and contribute their unique talents and skills?

- What strategies can I implement to delegate responsibilities and empower my volunteers?

- How can I create an environment that encourages innovative thinking and creative problem-solving?

6. Are there any obstacles or challenges that are hindering my volunteer team's effectiveness and how can I address them?

- What are the specific challenges my team is facing and what are their root causes?

- How can I provide support and resources to help my team overcome these obstacles?

7. Am I ensuring that my volunteers have the necessary resources and support to carry out their responsibilities?

- Do I regularly check in with my team to identify any resource or support deficiencies?

- How can I proactively anticipate and provide the resources needed for upcoming projects or events?

8. How can I facilitate opportunities for my volunteers to grow personally and professionally within the ministry?

- What personal and professional goals do my team members have and how can I support them?

- Are there any mentorship or training programs I can implement to foster their growth?

9. Am I creating a culture of continuous improvement and learning within my volunteer team?

- How do I encourage feedback and suggestions from my team members?

- What steps can I take to foster a culture of curiosity and learning within the team?

10. What strategies can I implement to cultivate a sense of purpose and fulfillment among my volunteers in their service to the ministry?

- How can I align their individual roles with the overall mission and vision of the ministry?

- Are there opportunities for them to see the impact of their service and celebrate their contributions?

If you find yourself in a waiting season but feel stuck, RestoringLeaders.org is a place you can find help navigating that season or any other hard season.

If you need help growing your leadership to the next level KMCCoach.net is the place to learn about how a coaching journey can be custom-built to help you grow children's ministries, teams, and the leader.

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