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Executive Summary: Why Volunteers Leave (And How Caring Leadership Helps Them Stay)

By Jim Angelakos In every church and ministry, volunteers are the lifeblood of the mission. When they step away, it is almost never because they stopped loving Jesus or caring about people. More often, they leave because—somewhere along the way—their personal needs for meaning, connection, and support were not fully met. Behind nearly every “I’m

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Trusted to Lead: The Foundations of Trustworthy Leadership

By Jim Angelakos Trust is one of the most important assets a leader can have. People may follow someone because of their position. They may respect someone because of their expertise. They may remain committed because they believe in the mission. But lasting leadership requires something deeper: Can I trust this person with responsibility, influence,

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Leading a Legacy: Empowering and Inspiring Volunteers 55 and Older

In “Leading a Legacy,” you’ll learn how to effectively lead and empower the 55+ volunteer demographic, harnessing their unique strengths, life experiences, and wisdom to create lasting, impactful contributions within your organization. This course explores practical strategies for building meaningful connections with older volunteers, fostering an environment of trust, and offering the recognition and appreciation

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The Making of a Purpose Driven Volunteer

Create a Team That Treats Your Mission Like Theirs.

Imagine having a team of volunteers who recruit new members, raise up leaders, and even bring in donors for your mission. It’s more than possible—you already have what you need to get started. 

The Making of a Purpose-Driven Volunteer shows you how to build a team that’s passionate, committed, and unstoppable. You’ll learn how to find the right people, fuel their purpose, train them well, and keep them engaged—so your mission multiplies.

Ordering for your team or group?

The best volunteer teams grow together. That’s why this book is perfect for reading with your leadership team, ministry staff, or core volunteers.

Bulk pricing (automatic at checkout):

  • 10–49 copies: 10% off
  • 50–100 copies: 20% off
  • 100+ copies: Contact us at orders@volunteeru.org for special pricing and custom support.

Tip: Many leaders buy one copy for every volunteer in a leadership role—so everyone catches the vision, speaks the same language, and moves the mission forward together.

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Join Volunteer U Volunteer University Volunteer University courses are ideal for anyone who works with volunteers – whether you’re a church leader, nonprofit program director, corporate social responsibility coordinator, or community engagement specialist. If you manage, support, or engage volunteers, this program is designed for you! Accelerate your team’s success with expert-led courses, crafted by leaders

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