Week 11 - Rachel - Mistakes Ministers Make

I interviewed Christy Moo over e-mail.

Mistakes:
1. Not bringing energy - it may at times appear that you aren't 100% on board with what's going on, or you are just not excited about what's happening. It can seem to your co-workers or even those you are trying to reach that you don't really care about what's going on, or them, and may seem that you don't want to be there. If you have a lack of energy and enthusiasm, then it's going to rub off on others and no one will be excited about it.

2. Involving yourself in badmouthing/gossip - it can become very easy to get sucked into workroom talk. It's hard to hear people badmouth co-workers and not form an early and judgmental opinion of that person. It's helpful to learn pet-peeves of others and how to relate to those you work with, but don't get caught up in all the unnecessary talk. It only brings others down and can quickly undermine any ministry that is taking place.

3. Stay organized - It becomes really easy to get behind. The first few weeks/months can be overwhelming with all the rules, regulations, paperwork that has to be taken into consideration and taken care of, not the mention the huge amount of e-mail sent everyday that you are expected to respond to immediately. Make sure you know the policies on money (credit cards, receipts, etc.), what events you are and aren't expected to be at, and also how many office hours you are to keep.