Are you passionate about growing your church’s ministry with children, youth, and families but struggling to recruit and retain the right volunteers? "Calling All Parishioners to Serve in Children, Youth, & Family Ministry" is designed to equip church leaders with the tools and strategies to build a thriving, sustainable volunteer base. Through a series of engaging modules, you’ll learn how to intentionally recruit, train, and maintain volunteers who are eager to support this essential ministry. The course blends rich theoretical insights with practical, actionable steps, giving you a holistic understanding of what it takes to nurture a vibrant community of volunteers.

From exploring key topics like defining roles in "Who's Responsible?" to rethinking your approach in "Reframing 'Volunteer Management,'" each module offers valuable content through video lessons and reflection exercises. Whether your church operates in a small or large context, this course provides tailored advice to meet your unique needs, guiding you from recruitment through developing a comprehensive volunteer plan. By the end, you’ll have a clear strategy to build a committed team ready to serve your children, youth, and family ministries.

Sarah Bentley Allred (she/her) is the Senior Formation Associate and Coordinator for Forma Evangelism through Lifelong Learning at Virginia Theological Seminary. Sarah has served in children and youth ministries since 2012 and is a licensed Godly Play Trainer. In 2019, she completed the M.Div. program at VTS with a focus on Christian formation. Sarah is passionate about children’s spirituality, intergenerational worship, and small church formation. She loves local coffee shops, board games, the beach, and exploring new places with her husband, Richard, and their toddler, Eleanor. Find out more at sarahbentleyallred.com.