With a Subtitle: And potential new members.
A brief Excerpt: The article humorously suggests the need to welcome visitors, emphasizing genuine interactions and inviting, Christ-centered conversations.
Words of Wisdom from the Babylon Bee – Some of the satirical suggestions included…
- Require them to fill out New Visitor Connection cards – A proven technique for scaring away visitors.
- Paint rainbow colors on the doorposts and lintels – The rioters will “pass over” the church.
- Thank them for volunteering to serve at Vacation Bible School this summer – They will run for the hills.
The best answer, however, was “Start talking about Jesus.”
There are churches that are considered friendly and those with the reputation of being off-putting to visitors. Pastors, Worship leaders, and Sunday School teachers can do everything right, but if visitors come and leave with no interaction with members, it will be perceived as a frosty church.
So, welcome those who seem to be new. Encourage them to grab a Welcome Bag as they leave. Introduce them to the pastor or Sunday School teacher that fits their demo. Offer to take them to lunch to answer any questions they might have. If you love your church and trust that it is growing disciples for Christ, tell others about it. If you don’t, and you prayerfully believe the fault is not your own sin nature, change churches. Finally, and most importantly, at the right time and place, don’t be afraid to “start talking about Jesus” (Romans 1:16) ….
In your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect, - 1 Peter 3:15
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