This is our first we youths will organise a church dinner night, and I am in charge of how the program will look like. I don't have an idea of what to comes first, and how to go about it. I need help with ideas. Thanks!
It looks like you will be in charge of the theme, decor and maybe timeline of this event.
I'm sure this is a regular event with your church, so start with talking to the members who have had this responsibility with previous dinners. They should be able to give you a lot of pointers so you make decisions about what are the most important things to remember.
These members should also know the approximate number of people who normally attend these dinners.
Be sure to try to include some of the past 'organizers' as some of your helper volunteers.
You will need to know if the church has a theme in mind for the date of the event, or if that decision is up to you.
Several things will determine what/how you need to plan.
Your church probably has a storeroom that has a lot of items that have been used in the past that you can use.
I feel sure they will have tablecloths and whatever type of utensils that are normally used.
A lot of your planning will depend on the number of guests who normally attend as well as the approximate ages of your guests.
Have you attended previous dinners? If not, perhaps your parents attended? This type of information will be valuable, so try to ask for information and suggestions.
Does your church normally have guest speakers or 'joke time' or music? The age group will have to be considered when planning your entertainment.
Don't forget, this is supposed to be a 'happy' get-together, so try to enjoy your 'job' as well.
First things first: do you have a theme (Thanksgiving, for example)? Knowing this will help you plan a menu as well as decorations.
Do you plan on inviting guest speakers or other entertainment?
Will this be a potluck type of event where everyone will bring something?
Generate a spreadsheet & time line. You might want to pick a theme & decide if you want to purchase or make centerpieces & other decor. Have a sign up sheet for people to bring different dishes & also to find out if anyone has any food allergies or dietary restrictions. Find volunteers to help out with various tasks. Perhaps delegate someone to read scriptures, share a story, or sing a song, as well. If you'll be taking pictures, ask someone to help with that also.
A theme is nice.
I would start the dinner with a prayer or blessing.
Decide who is going to bring what, who is going to set up and who is going to clean up.
Also have someone take photos and upload to your church's website.
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