I believe that the easiest way to be a better person, to be a happier person, to live a life of meaning, is to actively participate in a healthy congregation.

Yet participation is dropping. Why?

Like any other nonprofit, small or large, churches tend to rely heavily on help from volunteers to make things happen. Whether or not your staff includes a volunteer coordinator, you can keep a few guidelines in mind that will make the whole volunteer experience happier and more fulfilling for all involved (yes, staff included).