VALUES Part 1

Values are traits or qualities that are considered worthwhile; they represent an organization’s highest priorities and deeply held driving forces.  Effective organizations identify and develop a clear, concise and shared meaning of values/beliefs, priorities, and direction so that everyone understands and can contribute. Once defined, values impact every aspect of your organization. Over the next few posts, I will be sharing the values that our leaders are constantly reminded to live by in their ministry to students here at Barefoot Church.  

1.) A Willingness to Engage:  It's important to overcome fear and continually approach and engage with all kinds of students in our ministry.

2.) Laughter & Fun:  It's important to lighten up and enjoy the many blessings God has given us.

3.) Transparency & Authenticity:  It's important to be yourself, lower the masks, and be vulnerable with each other and the students we serve.

4.) Encouragement:  It's important to be positive and uplifting to everyone.  A student or leader should feel better about who they are after being around you.

5.) The Power of Being There:  It's important to be present in our student's lives.  We need to show up to their games, functions, and activities so they know they can count on us when things get hard. 

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