Can you think back to when you entered a church for the first time? It can be an intimidating situation — not knowing where to park, where to go, who you will meet, how you will be welcomed, essentially what to expect from start to finish. So the challenge all of us face as church leaders – you have people … Read More
Monday is for Follow-Up: Caring about the numbers
“I’m sure you know what the critics think: To those of us who advocate healthy, growing churches, it’s all about the numbers, right? Well, the critics are right to an extent: We do care about numbers! Why? Because each number represents a life. In a properly facilitated Assimilation System, the number of new members you have is a reflection of … Read More
Just $1 – My proven Assimilation book – Fusion
This Palm Sunday, people will visit your church for the first time. And on Easter Sunday, God will prompt even more – blessing His church with an even bigger turnout! Are you doing all you can to accept and honor His blessing? By tweaking your Assimilation System in the right way, you can infuse your church with new life! I’ve … Read More
Monday is for Follow-up: First Time Gifts from God
“Gifts from God are given freely – and strategically – and God expects us to handle what we’ve been given with the same strategic care. First-time guests are extraordinary gifts full of unparalleled potential.” – Nelson Searcy (the above quote is from p. 27 of Fusion by Nelson Searcy) Are you ready for your first time gifts? You have people attending each week for … Read More
How’s Your Assimilation Process? Part 2
In yesterday’s blog post, I shared that Assimilation is one of those systems where a little bit of tweaking can reap BIG results. I posed some basic questions to help you evaluate your Assimilation process and promised to share four key areas that you can easily address to create a welcoming environment. One of the questions I asked yesterday in evaluating … Read More
How’s Your Assimilation Process?
With Easter coming up NOW is the time to evaluate your Assimilation process. Do you have one in place that will help you welcome twice as many first-time guests? Assimilation is one of those systems where a little bit of tweaking can reap BIG results. You don’t have to revamp or implement everything at once. With each small step you take, you’ll move … Read More
FREE – Top 3 Assimilation Mistakes Webinar
We’re just over 2 weeks away from Easter Sunday – and I want to help you reach more people than ever on this Big Day! Join me for a FREE webinar I’m leading called The Top 3 Assimilation Mistakes that will help you close the back door and connect more new people into your church. Choose from one of six convenient times in the … Read More
Monday is for Follow-up: Assimilation Focus – Biblical Hospitality
Andy Stanley has said, “The Church is a family expecting guests.” Is your family ready? Have you prepared for the arrival of guests and all that is to follow? Let’s say I’ve invited you into my home for dinner. I would put great effort into getting ready for your visit. I would want to make sure that my home gave … Read More
Bonuses End TODAY – New Assimilation Seminar
You won’t get a second chance with your first-time guests. Once they leave they may be gone for good. So when they walk through your doors, are you doing everything possible to create the best welcome experience, connect with them and continue to build their relationship with God and your church? Or are they slipping through the cracks?? I don’t want … Read More
Thwart the enemy’s plans – with a powerful Assimilation system
When an unchurched person or family decides to attend your church for the first time, what do you think is going to happen to them the morning of the service? The answer: Whatever the enemy can pull out of his bag to throw their way! He’ll do anything to keep them from attending – at the very least make sure … Read More