This practical checklist is designed to support churches, ministries, outreach groups, and individuals in organising a meaningful and well-coordinated event for Good Friday. Whether you’re planning a feeding drive, donation campaign, neighbourhood clean-up, or other service project, this template helps you stay on track—from initial planning through to follow-up and reflection.
Inside you’ll find clearly divided sections to guide you step-by-step:
- Planning & Preparation — set goals, secure a location, partner with local organisations.
- Donation & Fundraising Setup — promote your drive, capture donations, thank supporters.
- Supplies & Logistics — new food packs, transport, weather backup, health & safety.
- Outreach Activities — devotion/prayer, volunteer roles, distribution, documentation.
- Follow-Up & Reflection — feedback, event review, sharing results, next steps.
- Bonus Add-ons — links you can use for volunteer sign-ups, donation records, and reflection cards.
With this checklist, you’ll be able to coordinate your Good Friday outreach with confidence, ensuring nothing is overlooked and your team remains focused on the heart of the event — service, compassion, and community.
Who it’s for
- Church leaders, outreach coordinators, and small group organisers are looking for an easy-to-use structure.
- Volunteer teams that need a ready-made checklist to assign tasks and track progress.
- Individuals or groups wanting to engage their neighbourhood, congregation, or community around Good Friday.
- Anyone seeking a “plug-and-play” downloadable resource to share, print, or customise.
What you’ll get
- A clean, print-ready layout (PDF) for quick distribution or display.
- An editable Word version (.docx) so you can personalise headings, add your logo, adjust tasks, or rebrand for your church/community.
- Tick boxes next to each task for simple tracking on event day and beyond.
- Fully editable sections so you can adjust for scope, team size, or local conditions.
Why it’s valuable
- Helps streamline your outreach planning: clear sections, straightforward tasks, and visual tracking.
- Keeps all aspects in one place — from prayers and partner coordination to logistics and follow-up.
- Promotes transparency and accountability: assign roles, track donations, and recognise volunteers.
- Encourages reflection: end your event not just with action, but with meaningful review, gratitude, and future planning.
How to download
- Click the “Download” button.
- Select the format you require (PDF or Word).
- Save the file, open it, and add your event details as needed.
- Print a copy for your volunteer briefing or distribute digitally for team tracking.
Thank you for choosing this tool to help you serve your community on Good Friday. Wishing you a powerful and purposeful outreach event — may your service reflect the heart of the day.
