Icebreakers are a great way to break the ice and make sure everyone gets to know each other at church Zoom meetings.
One of my favorite icebreakers is the name game. It’s a quick and easy activity that gets the group talking and involved.
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Gift exchange
A gift exchange is a great way to get your Zoom meeting off on the right foot. Just be sure to provide some spending guidelines so people don’t end up with something they can’t afford, or won’t want to use.
White Elephant is a popular holiday gift exchange game that allows participants to choose gifts under a set price limit. It’s a great idea to have everyone bring wrapped gifts so you can have a good selection, but also keep in mind that the gifts should be appropriate for your group and not too silly or cheap.
Another popular Christmas game, Secret Santa, is a fun and simple way to get your party started. Guests draw a name from a hat without sharing who it is, and then they have to buy a gift for that person. This is a great option for small groups and works in most settings. It’s also a popular icebreaker at office parties and other social gatherings.
Selling an item
There are many different icebreakers for church Zoom meetings, and some of them require little preparation. Selling an item is a fun way to get everyone talking and feeling comfortable with each other.
This icebreaker is especially good for teams that have only met each other a few times. It can also be a great way to bring out the creative side of people.
For example, you could ask people to sell items that they have found in their home. This can include kitchen ware, clothes, books or even picnic baskets.
This is a great icebreaker for people who work from home. It can help team members get to know each other and find out more about their personal lives.
Team Shape Shifting
If you want to bring your church Zoom meetings to the next level, try team shape shifting. This icebreaker is a great way to break the ice and get people talking.
For this icebreaker, divide two groups and give them a set amount of time to observe each other. They then take turns changing noticeable things.
This game will get the group laughing and feeling creative! It’s also a good chance to practice your teamwork skills.
In this Zoom icebreaker, each person shares one photo from their camera roll that means something to them. They then discuss why that photo is important to them.
This icebreaker is simple to use and is a fun way to connect with your team on a personal level. It can be conducted with a video chat or in a face-to-face meeting.
Random trivia
Random trivia can be a fun way to get a group talking. Whether you’re looking for some funny icebreakers or some great conversation starters, there are plenty of fun facts that can spark conversations at church Zoom meetings and beyond.
Another icebreaker that can be very effective for Christian groups is the game, “Tow Truths and a Lie.” Everyone says two true things about themselves and one false thing.
This activity can work with teens and adults alike, and it’s a fun way to open the door for discussions about shared life experiences and concerns.
In this icebreaker, everyone finds something around their house that represents how they’re feeling emotionally, spiritually and physically. After five minutes, they re-assemble and share the three items they found with each other. This can take up to 20-30 minutes, depending on your group size.