Yesterday I posted here about Policy vs. Culture.
In LifeKIDS, we have safety policies to provide a safe environment for our kids. We also have policies regarding what is taught in our kids rooms.
Though I might have volunteers well-trained in safety policies and executing programming, without a culture of engagement the experience will lack.
Here’s why:
- Safety policy will direct kids away from unsafe activity (i.e running in the room, wrestling, etc) but a culture of engagement draws kids into safe, fun activities.
- Programing will ensure kids receive solid teaching but a culture of engagement ensures the teaching is done with a personal touch.
- Policy dictates adults are in the rooms. A culture of engagement assures those adults are connecting with their kids.
This is the lens through which I examine my ministry events for a season. What am I missing? How do you think a culture of engagement would affect ministry?
