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Holy Week is fast approaching, and many churches can expect a flood of new guests filling their seats for these special services. Here are a few articles to help you make the most of these brief interactions.
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6 Markers of Especially Welcoming Churches
Insights from a church secret shopper.
Greg Atkinson
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How Your Church Can Say ‘Welcome’
4 principles of creating welcoming spaces.
Grace Toliver
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The Ministry of Small Talk
What we talk about while we're preparing the way for Jesus to join the conversation.
Eugene H. Peterson
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Visitation Is Still Our Vocation
We may face new challenges, but the heart of our calling remains the same.
Tyler C. Arnold
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For I Needed a Place to Vote, And You Invited Me In
When your church is a polling place, Election Day is an opportunity to show hospitality.
Jake Corn
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Eliminate Christian Jargon from Your Church
Let’s throw out the insider language.
J. R. Briggs
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6 Dos and Don’ts for Welcoming Church Guests
Visitor connection should be organic, not contrived.
Marty Duren
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10 Essentials for a Successful Outdoor Event
Don’t let weather, logistics, or Egyptian plagues keep you from taking your service outside.
Danny Franks
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The Autism-Friendly Church
How your church can welcome those with autism.
Pat Verbal
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Hospitality Matters
What does your church look like through the eyes of a first-time guest?
Greg Atkinson
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More Than a Club
A case for church membership in a culture that views it as odd or optional.
Tracey Bianchi
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