When planning an event for your ministry, having a clear vision is critical. Before the pen hits the paper and the first phone call is made, there is a question that begs to be asked: What is the heart of God for this event? Ask God for Clear Vision As leaders we need to ask […]
Event Planning Timeline & Task List [Download]
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Planning an event can seem overwhelming unless you break it down into bite-size pieces. That’s what this sample event planning timeline and task list will do for you. Whether you are planning an event for the first time, or you’ve been planning events for a while and are looking to consolidate all of the information […]
3 Alternatives to the Typical Retreat
When I first took the baton of leading a thriving and growing women’s ministry from my predecessor who was moving away, I was surprised by the women’s expectations to offer a fall retreat every year. Sure, we lived in the Colorado Rockies with a lot of retreat options at cozy, rustic venues with stunning views […]
Sample Attendee Event Evaluations [Download]
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Are you asking your event or retreat attendees to share their experience? Use this evaluation template to start gathering feedback. In addition to having a feedback form, consider using these ideas to get more attendees to complete the evaluation: Do not call it an evaluation – that sounds like too much work. Instead, label it as […]
5 Steps to Writing an Effective Message [Video]
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Learn from Wendy Blight the steps you should follow to prepare a message that effectively equips the audience to apply Scripture to their own lives. In this video, you will learn: How to provide a message that always gives the audience an immediate opportunity to take action for themselves. Why speaking on a topic that you […]
3 Creative Ideas to Host Impactful Events
Event planning can be fun for some and cumbersome for others. Either way, it takes a whole lot of work. There’s a reason people hire event planners who do this sort of thing for a living, right? Have you ever thought about looking at planning an event as an opportunity? Sometimes that shift in perspective […]
Template: Event Press Release
You’ve planned a great event but how will people learn about it? Use this template as a starting point to create your event press release. A few pointers when creating a press release: As you write the release, keep in mind that many media outlets will use your release for the specific verbiage of their […]
Create Event Excitement with a Launch Party >> Sample Photos
The photos below are samples of an event launch party as shared in this Create Event Excitement with a Launch Party article. This photo of the Launch Party was posted on Instagram by a team member as part of building excitement for the event. These t-shirts were provided at the Launch Party. As women wore them […]
Create Event Excitement with a Launch Party
If you’re a leader then you’re probably familiar with that feeling of frustration that comes when you’ve prayed and planned for an event and yet the week or so before ticket sales aren’t what you wanted or expected them to be. You are NOT alone!! One of the greatest challenges of hosting events is getting […]
Creating Project Schedules That Work
I’m awakened at 2:17 am, my mind racing. Did I schedule the email? Did I call the printer? Is there enough left in the budget for an advertisement? Should I use this Scripture on a graphic? So. Many. Details! Do the details of managing projects keep you up at night, too? As a ministry leader, […]
