“Most unchurched individuals stay that way because they don’t think they can visit a service anonymously. They are afraid they’ll have attention drawn to them by having to stand and say their name or participate in some other welcoming ritual. Knowing that fear of public speaking ranks higher in psychological studies than the fear of death, why do so many … Read More
Avoid Putting Your First-Time Guests in the Hot Seat
“Most unchurched individuals stay that way because they don’t think they can visit a service anonymously. They are afraid they’ll have attention drawn to them by having to stand and say their name or participate in some other welcoming ritual. Knowing that fear of public speaking ranks higher in psychological studies than the fear of death, why do so many … Read More
The Critical Step for First-Time Guests
“Knowing how to structure the use of the Connection Card for maximum impact is critical to your guests’ future. It’s about giving your guests the best possible opportunity to step out of their comfort zone and turn over closely held information. Why? Not so that you can add to the numbers, but so that you can follow up with them … Read More
The Most Effective Method to Gather Guest Information
“The Connection Card is a card that enables you to connect with every person who attends your church on a given Sunday. Measuring about a third of a page, the Connection Card is printed on card stock and inserted into the program. Don’t stick it in the back of the chairs or pews. Put it in the program, and put … Read More
Be Intentional in Contacting Your First-Time Guests
“Unchurched people usually need more than a single exposure to God’s truth and the power of his love before they start becoming receptive to its meaning for them. That’s why it’s incredibly important for you to make them feel welcome and ensure that you know how to follow up with them and invite them back to your church. So what’s … Read More
ENDS TODAY – Sermons HALF OFF!
Today is the LAST DAY for your opportunity to save big AND get ahead on your preaching calendar for next year! Last week we had our largest-ever Planning Your 2016 Preaching Calendar webinar. Since so many of you are now in the middle of planning your sermons for 2016, I wanted to give you another boost with an early Thanksgiving gift: … Read More
FLASH SALE – All Sermon Series HALF-OFF!
Right now is your opportunity to save big AND get ahead on your preaching calendar for next year! Last week we had our largest-ever Planning Your 2016 Preaching Calendar webinar. Since so many of you are now in the middle of planning your sermons for 2016, I wanted to give you another boost with an early Thanksgiving gift: Half Off … Read More
Q & A Spotlight: New Believer Follow-up packets
Each month I host a call for members of my Renegade Pastors Network where they have the opportunity to ask me questions directly and get answers to any issues they’re facing. Q: This question comes to us from a senior pastor in Clovis, CA who recently listened to The New Believer Seminar. He asks about the follow-up packets that are mentioned … Read More
Flash Sale: Half Off Summer Sermons
Today’s your opportunity to save big AND get ahead on your preaching planning for the summer (maybe even the fall)! This week I’ve been leading a webinar, “Grow Your Church This Summer,” and I’ve decided I wanted to give you one more thing to help you prepare for the summer: Half Off Sermons Flash Sale – Today Thru Monday ONLY! … Read More
Are you prepared for Mother’s Day first-time guests?
Mother’s Day is THIS Sunday (can you believe it?) and I’m excited for the wave of first-time guests we’ll be seeing here at The Journey. It’s a BIG day for all of us in ministry – and I have two questions for you to consider: 1 – Are you ready to welcome and follow up with each potential new member … Read More