Volunteers Matter

I’m always reminded in the summer, when it’s 120 degrees outside, that people who volunteer at Palm Valley must really love Jesus (especially those who serve outside). We have nearly 800 volunteers who make PVC happen every week, and we’re not missing a beat during the summer.

Recently the staff gathered and dreamed of fun ways to make sure our volunteers know how much they matter and are appreciated. Here’s some fun things we’re doing this summer…

• Drawings througout the summer for volunteers. Fun prizes like movie tickets, water world passes, gift cards and some other surprises.
• Bought large golf umbrellas (with our logo) for all who serve outside, that way they can gain some shade from the sun.
• PowerAde on ice for set-up and tear-down crews.
• Special food and snacks in Volunteer Central and backstage areas.
• We bought a freezer and put it in Volunteer Central. Throughout the summer we’ll be giving away Otter Pops and other treats to all volunteers.
• Fancy scented towelettes for all volunteers to “freshen up” before/after serving.
• All this, and trust me, we’ve got a few more tricks up our sleeves.

Why all this? Because volunteers matter, and they’re a part of helping people meet Jesus and become fully devoted followers of Him. To all volunteers, THANK YOU! You rock, and I’m proud of you for investing your life even when you can fry an egg on the sidewalk