How to Run a Remarkable Team Meeting (That Isn’t Boring)

Why one of the most overlooked church meetings could be your greatest tool for building unity, clarity, and momentum.

September 30, 2025

The Six Essentials of a Memorable All-In Meeting

You’ve heard it from your kids. You’ve heard it in your own head. And if we’re honest, people have said it after some church meetings too: “Boring.”

No one wants to attend a meeting that feels like a dull rerun of Sunday service especially volunteers who are already giving their time. What you need is a memorable moment, not a monotonous meeting.

In this episode, John Finkelde shares six essential elements that transform your All-In or Operations Team meetings into something people actually want to come back to.

These aren’t complicated or expensive. They’re thoughtful, intentional, and rooted in what makes humans light up—connection, appreciation, and practical value.

In This Episode Your Team Will Learn

-How to avoid turning leadership meetings into "just another church service"
-Six elements that make All-In meetings memorable, energizing, and practical
-Why coffee and Mars Bars might be more strategic than you think
-How to use storytelling, training, and appreciation to build momentum
-The difference between teaching and training—and why it matters

1) Which of the six elements are already part of your team meetings?

2) Where do your current meetings fall flat or feel “too churchy”?

3) How can you practically add value that leaders can implement this week?

4) What’s one thing you’ll do differently at your next All-In meeting?

People don’t come back to boring meetings. But they do return to moments where they felt seen, appreciated, and equipped.

Let’s lead well,

The Church Staff Huddle Team