The Challenge of Welcoming New Guests Free Video

Hi there! I'm Ashley. Thanks for joining me today. In our journey of ministry, we often encounter seasons of celebration and renewal—times like Fall, Easter, and Christmas when our churches are bustling with energy and new faces. Yet something interesting is happening. Barna has suggested a recent increase in church attendance, additionally stating that those who are invited to church have a higher likelihood of attending. On average, most churches will see at least one new guest a Sunday. Some more like 10-15 per Sunday. No matter if you are welcoming one new guest or fifteen, each and every person matters. And the challenge we have to look at is whether we are keeping and bringing those people into our community.

View Part 2: Effective Follow-Up Strategies