There’s a tendency in churches and/or other ministries to offer such a wide variety of opportunities that it exhausts people to the point of burnout. In many instances, these opportunities (programs. projects etc.) are merely “good” ideas that don’t fit the vision and values of the organization. There is value in saying "no" to good ideas for the sake of teaching the strategy and mission of your organization.
So, how do you get the value of a wide variety of opportunities without the burnout? I believe the answer is strategic streamlining. Organizational streamlining creates synergistic cooperation and inherently teaches the strategy of the organization.
Examples of ministry streamlining:
1. Coupling large group worship with small group Bible study.
a. The BCM with one of the highest percentage of students in a small group meets on campus immediately after large group worship.
2. Any form of family based or intergenerational ministry.
a. My brother’s church has a mentorship retreat for men & youth. This retreat marks the beginning of a Disciple-making relationship.
3. Attaching a fun event to a serious event for group bonding.
a. This past week after our first semester College Worship, we had a jousting contest. This is a bonding opportunity for students.
4. Strategic event planning to move people in a purposeful direction.
a. Weeks prior to our spring break mission trips, we will talk about the importance of missions and relational evangelism.
What are some other examples of Ministry Streamlining?
What are some other examples of Ministry Streamlining?
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