Examples of Tasks I Can Delegate in My Ministry

Delegation is one of the best ways to keep your ministry healthy, balanced, and impactful. It also gives others the opportunity to grow in their spiritual gifts. Here are some examples of ministry tasks I can delegate (grouped by area):

1. Administrative Tasks

• Managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments

• Creating and printing bulletins, flyers, and handouts

• Keeping attendance or membership records

• Handling bookkeeping, donations, and financial tracking

• Organizing church supplies and inventory

2. Event Planning & Coordination

• Setting up and cleaning up for services, Bible studies, or special events

• Coordinating guest speakers, musicians, or worship leaders

• Planning fellowship gatherings, retreats, or conferences

• Decorating spaces for special occasions (holidays, baptisms, weddings)

• Preparing hospitality (food, drinks, greeters for newcomers)

3. Worship & Service Roles

• Leading worship, singing, or playing instruments

• Running sound, lighting, and livestream technology

• Leading opening/closing prayers or Scripture readings

• Serving as ushers, greeters, or communion helpers

• Coordinating altar workers and prayer teams

4. Teaching & Discipleship

• Leading small group Bible studies

• Teaching children’s church or Sunday school

• Mentoring new believers

• Creating Bible study quizzes, devotionals, or study guides

• Assisting with youth ministry activities

5. Outreach & Community Service

• Visiting the sick, elderly, or shut-ins

• Leading prison ministry or hospital outreach

• Coordinating food/clothing drives

• Managing community partnerships with shelters or nonprofits

• Organizing evangelism teams for street ministry

6. Media & Communications

• Managing the church’s social media and website

• Designing graphics, videos, or promotional materials

• Recording sermons and uploading them online

• Writing newsletters, blog posts, or devotionals

• Running text/email prayer chains

7. Support & Care

• Running intercessory prayer groups

• Providing follow-up calls for new visitors

• Organizing care packages for those in need

• Coordinating volunteers for transportation or meal trains

• Offering counseling support (with proper training)

✅ Key Tip for Delegation: Don’t just assign tasks — match people with roles that align with their gifts, passions, and personalities. Delegation is not just about lightening your load, but about equipping the saints for the work of ministry (Ephesians 4:12).