WHAT CAN YOU DO AS A VILLAGE HOST?

Before

Pray before the event that those coming will enjoy their stay and meet with Jesus. Arrive the day before to meet other Village Hosts and take part in a planning meeting.

During

Here are some ideas from past village hosts and delegates:

• Know the access route into the village (i.e., for emergency access, disabled delegates and late arrivals)
• Be visible to delegates (sign-in window/outside van) – this is also useful for stewards in case of emergency
• Greet people when they arrive and offer them a drink
• Show delegates their allocated camping place
• Arrange village in such a way as to promote community, possibly in a circle with a community area in the middle
• Leave space in the centre of the village for children and village activities (easily visible to majority, so parents can keep an eye without nagging!)
• Be aware of people's needs when they are setting up – offer to help if needed
• Find out the basics around the site (e.g., water points, toilets and main venues)
• Introduce people to each other during the arrival day as you're setting up tents/caravans
• Be aware of fringe activities etc - link people up to them during week
• Wander around your village once in a while to check all is okay
• Arrange some village activities during the week (everyone loves a BBQ and a game of football)
• Be available!

After

Be the last to leave your village to make sure that you’re there for last minute queries and to thank people for coming. Ensure the village is left in a tidy state.