In this episode of The Care Ministry Podcast, host Laura Howe sits down with Rev. Emily Badgett to explore the power of equipping peer volunteers in caregiving ministry. Rev. Emily shares her personal journey, from experiencing deep grief to finding her calling in ministry, and offers practical insights on how churches can build sustainable care teams. Discover how to create a culture of care, empower volunteers, and ensure ministry leaders avoid burnout. Plus, don’t forget to download the free Model of Care Tool to help structure a thriving caregiving ministry.
Quotes
- Rev. Emily Badgett: “One of the most important lessons I’ve learned in ministry is that we’re not called to solve people’s problems—we’re called to walk alongside them.”
- Laura Howe: “When we create a culture of care, we’re not just meeting needs—we’re building belonging, purpose, and hope in our church communities.”
- Rev. Emily Badgett: “Grief has shaped me in ways I never expected. It has deepened my empathy and helped me see the sacredness in simply being present with others.”
- Laura Howe: “Volunteers don’t need to have all the answers. They just need to be willing to show up, listen, and offer the gift of presence.”
- Rev. Emily Badgett: “Sustainable care ministry isn’t about one person doing all the work—it’s about shared responsibility and training people to support each other.”
Resources
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