This week on The Church Revitalization Podcast, Scott Ball and AJ Mathieu dive deep into one of church leadership's most sensitive questions: Can you—should you—ever fire a volunteer? From ethical violations to mismatched roles, we break down why letting a volunteer go may be necessary (and how you can do it well, with grace and clarity). Discover proactive strategies to avoid these tough situations in the first place and learn how to create a thriving, healthy volunteer culture in your church.
Hosted by Scott Ball and AJ Mathieu of the Malphurs Group, The Church Revitalization Podcast tackles real-world leadership challenges to help churches grow stronger and healthier. Whether you're a seasoned leader or new to ministry, Scott and AJ offer practical advice, proven tools, and plenty of encouragement for every church context.
In this episode, we cover:
The ethical, spiritual, and practical reasons you might need to let a volunteer go
How to prevent most firings with good systems and culture
Steps for having hard conversations with struggling volunteers
Healthy onboarding and offboarding practices to support your teams
What to do in extreme cases, including legal and church discipline scenarios
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