Pick a Theme for a Congregation-wide Recruiting Pitch

I try to pick a theme for each year's recruiting.

This year's theme: Be a Super-Hero!
Our recruitment kickoff highlighted a visit from a super-hero during the worship announcements. We had a sign-up table with the super-hero in the main entry.

The script is below. Adapt it for your own use as you like.

'SUPER HERO' VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT SKIT

Michelle(M): Good morning. It’s that time of year again -- time to start some serious thinking about Sunday School. The curriculum is planned, the rooms are in the process of being prepared, and this morning we start registration for the children. There’s just one missing piece-volunteers. We need some caring volunteers who can help make the learning experience for our children wonderful!

Sunday School Guy (SS): (Swoops in from sacristy wearing red cape, stands with arms on hips and speaks in a loud voice.) Did I hear someone say “help?” (moves to microphone.)

M: Uh….I guess I did. But who are you?

SS: I’m Sunday School Guy. Wherever there is a need in Sunday School programs around the world, I’ll be there to help set things right. What can I do for you?

M: What can you do? I’m not sure I understand what you mean. Are you here to help recruit volunteers?

SS: Recruit volunteers? I’m THE volunteer! With me on board, your problems are solved. No class is too large, no concept too complicated, no task too big…

M: (interrupts) I see. So I take it you’re an experienced teacher.

SS: Absolutely. What class needs a teacher?

M: We could use someone to teach 3rd Graders

SS: (interrupts) I can do that

M: ….AND Middle School….

SS: Uh, well, (thinks) Of course, no problem! But can I have a sidekick?

M: Of course.

M: AND we could use group leaders to shepherd three different groups of younger children.

SS: Whoa…. Wait a minute there missy! I can’t do ALL of that by myself! I might be a Super Hero, but I think you may have found my limits.

M: Really?

SS: I’m afraid so.

M: Well, that’s okay. I was about to talk to all of these great people about how they could help before you stepped in.

SS: I see. Well…why don’t you continue. I’ll just wait here.

M: What I was about to say, is this-- Our Sunday School program is in need of volunteers. Teachers and leaders are needed for both short term and long term assignments. The resources have been collected. Now we need people-people who care about our kids and are willing to share a few hours of their time. No experience in necessary. You don’t have to be a super hero to do this.

SS: But you know, anyone who teaches Sunday School IS a hero! You’ll be spending time teaching the next generation of disciples! Just think about what they could do someday because you took the time to teach! Anyone who shares the Good News of Jesus with our children is a hero in my book. (to congregation) This is your chance to be a hero!

M: You know, you have a point there. This is an opportunity to let our children know they are cared for and to help them learn important faith lessons. I know there are several of you with us today who have a hero inside you just waiting to get out.

SS: And remember, even Super Heroes have to start somewhere. Just because you haven’t done it before isn’t an excuse.

M: I’ll be in the gathering place after worship today. If you have questions or would like to sign up, please stop by and see me. More information about the program is available as well. It’s not an impossible task, but as our friend here was quick to point out, it’s a task that will take several of us working together. Be a part of Sunday School this year, and you just might be a hero for one of our children. Thank you.