Five reasons not to volunteer for a church board

Last Updated: February 24, 2025By

A 2-minute Video on Leadership Foresight by Bob Whitesel

Volunteering in a church, for example, on a church board or committee, can not only be rewarding but also an important contribution to a church.

Still, have you ever been offered a board position and felt uneasy about accepting? I’ve observed five warning flags that indicate it may not be helpful to join a church board or committee. Watch this short video to learn about five times when it may be best to turn down a committee opportunity.

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