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Wednesday, January 22, 2014

7 Do’s and Don’ts of Welcoming Guests to Your Congregation

Have you been in your church for so long that you’ve forgotten what it’s like to enter the building for the first time? Do you want to make guests feel welcome, but need help seeing your congregation through new eyes?

I have moved twice in the past two years, both times to a new community where I had few connections. As a result, I have visited a number of congregations in search of a new church home. Based on my experiences, I offer this practical list of do’s and don’ts for welcoming guests to your church.

Do have knowledgeable greeters and clear signage. As a guest, it can be intimidating for me to walk into a church I’ve never visited before. You can help ease the transition by having signs that clearly mark the path to the sanctuary, and greeters near the entrances who can show me where to go. Please don’t make me wander around lost, looking for someone who can direct me.   Continue at Melody Maxwell

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