Episode 72 - Improving Operations Ministries: The Key to an Excellent Parish Experience

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Resources: 

eSPACE https://app.espace.cool/ 

Ministry Platform: https://www.acstechnologies.com/ministryplatform/ 

Planning Center: https://www.planningcenter.com/ 

 

Summary

Tracy, the Director of Operations at Church of the Nativity, shares her experience and insights on improving operations ministries in a parish. She emphasizes the importance of communication, preparation, and evaluation in creating an excellent experience for volunteers and parishioners. Tracy highlights the impact of improved operations on areas such as small groups and special events. She recommends using tools like eSpace, Ministry Platform, and Planning Center to streamline operations. Tracy also emphasizes the value of building a strong volunteer community and treating volunteers like family.

 

Takeaways

• Communication is key in improving operations ministries
• Preparation and evaluation are essential for creating an excellent experience
• Building a strong volunteer community is crucial
• Using tools like eSpace, Ministry Platform, and Planning Center can streamline operations
• Treating volunteers like family enhances their engagement and commitment

Chapters

00:00 Introduction 

02:09 Tracy's Background and Role as Director of Operations

03:31 The Importance of Volunteers in Operations Ministries

04:57 The Role of Volunteers in Parish Work

06:29 Operations Ministries and Supporting Weekend Masses

08:05 Ministries Falling Under Operations

09:26 Recruiting Volunteers for Operations Ministries

11:25 Challenges and Strategies for Operations Ministries

13:22 Improving Operations and Impacting Parish Life

16:22 Planning and Preparation for Events

20:18 Contributing to the Parish Mission through Operations

22:44 Examples of Improved Operations in Parish Life

25:15 Technical Difficulties and Resuming the Conversation

29:22 Planning for Special Events and Evaluating Operations

30:44 Volunteers Taking Off Work to Serve at Events

37:02 Final Words and Ministry Evaluation Tool

 

Keywords

operations ministries, communication, preparation, evaluation, volunteer community, excellence, parish events, small groups, tools

 

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