20 Questions

Fun Questions to Ask Your Church Leadership Team

Lighthearted questions that help you connect with your church leadership team, build relationships, and create a more welcoming and personal church community.

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What's your favorite Bible verse and why does it mean so much to you?

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Why this works

Sharing favorite Bible verses helps you understand their spiritual foundation and what passages have shaped their faith journey.

2

What's the funniest thing that's ever happened during a church service?

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Why this works

This lighthearted question helps you connect with them on a personal level and shows that even church leaders have human moments.

3

If you could have dinner with any biblical figure, who would it be and why?

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Why this works

This creative question reveals their spiritual interests and what biblical characters they find most inspiring or intriguing.

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What's your favorite way to spend time with God outside of church?

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Why this works

Understanding their personal spiritual practices helps you learn about different ways to connect with God and grow in faith.

5

What's the most unexpected place you've ever felt God's presence?

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Why this works

This question reveals how they experience God in everyday life and shows that spiritual moments can happen anywhere.

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If you could lead a church anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?

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Why this works

This question reveals their ministry aspirations and what kind of community or mission they're passionate about.

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What's your favorite church tradition or celebration?

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Why this works

Learning about their favorite traditions helps you understand what aspects of church life they value most.

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What's the most creative way you've ever seen someone serve in the church?

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Why this works

This question reveals their appreciation for creative service and may inspire you to think of new ways to serve.

9

If you could write a new hymn, what would it be about?

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Why this works

This creative question helps you understand what spiritual themes they're passionate about and what they'd want to express through music.

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What's your favorite way to connect with new church members?

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Why this works

Learning about their approach to welcoming new members can help you understand how to make newcomers feel included.

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What's the most meaningful prayer request you've ever received?

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Why this works

This question reveals what kind of prayer needs touch their heart and how they approach intercessory prayer.

12

If you could organize a church event, what would it be and why?

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Why this works

This question reveals their vision for church community and what kind of events they think would bring people together.

13

What's your favorite way to study the Bible?

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Why this works

Learning about their Bible study methods can help you develop your own approach to studying Scripture.

14

What's the most unexpected way God has answered one of your prayers?

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Why this works

This question reveals their experience with prayer and how God works in their life in surprising ways.

15

If you could teach a class on any topic, what would it be and why?

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Why this works

This question reveals their teaching interests and what spiritual topics they're passionate about sharing.

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What's your favorite way to encourage someone who's going through a difficult time?

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Why this works

Learning about their approach to encouragement can help you develop your own skills in supporting others.

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What's the most creative way you've ever seen someone share their faith?

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Why this works

This question reveals their appreciation for creative evangelism and may inspire you to think of new ways to share your faith.

18

If you could have any superpower to help with ministry, what would it be?

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Why this works

This fun question reveals what challenges they face in ministry and what kind of help they wish they had.

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What's your favorite way to celebrate spiritual milestones?

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Why this works

Learning about their approach to celebrating spiritual growth can help you understand how to mark your own faith journey.

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What's the most unexpected thing you've learned about God recently?

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Why this works

This question reveals their ongoing spiritual growth and what new insights they're gaining about God's nature and character.

Building Relationships with Church Leadership

Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.

Best Practices

Show Genuine Interest

Ask questions that demonstrate you're genuinely interested in their spiritual journey and ministry experience, not just making small talk.

Listen Actively

Pay attention to their responses and ask follow-up questions. This shows you value their insights and experiences.

Respect Their Role

Approach their spiritual leadership with respect and appreciation for their dedication to serving the church community.

Question Sequences

The Spiritual Foundation Sequence

1
What's your favorite Bible verse and why does it mean so much to you?
2
What's your favorite way to spend time with God outside of church?
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What's the most unexpected way God has answered one of your prayers?

The Ministry and Service Sequence

1
What's the most creative way you've ever seen someone serve in the church?
2
If you could organize a church event, what would it be and why?
3
What's your favorite way to encourage someone who's going through a difficult time?

Common Pitfalls

Don't Ask Personal Questions Too Soon

Avoid asking overly personal questions about their family or private life until you've built a relationship and they're comfortable sharing.

Don't Make Assumptions

Don't assume their spiritual preferences, ministry style, or church philosophy. Ask questions to understand their unique perspective.

Don't Interrupt Their Ministry

If they're busy with church duties or pastoral care, respect their time and wait for appropriate moments to ask questions.

Conversation Templates

The Spiritual Foundation Approach

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Step 1: Start with: "What's your favorite Bible verse and why does it mean so much to you?"
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Step 2: Follow with: "What's your favorite way to spend time with God outside of church?"
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Step 3: Conclude with: "What's the most unexpected way God has answered one of your prayers?"

The Ministry and Service Approach

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Step 1: Begin with: "What's the most creative way you've ever seen someone serve in the church?"
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Step 2: Ask: "If you could organize a church event, what would it be and why?"
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Step 3: End with: "What's your favorite way to encourage someone who's going through a difficult time?"

Further Reading

"The Purpose-Driven Life" by Rick Warren
"Celebration of Discipline" by Richard Foster
"The Purpose-Driven Church" by Rick Warren
Church leadership and ministry guides
Spiritual growth and Christian community resources

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