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Celebrating Graduates: An Act of Holy Hospitality
Holy hospitality is something Jesus demonstrates time and again in our ancient text, and we have the opportunity to reflect …
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Hospitality for Online & Onsite Participants During Hybrid Formation
Two years ago, I thought of “hybrid ministry” as something that cutting-edge, super- hip formation leaders were doing—not my …
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Food Matters: 7 Dietarily-Sensitive Meals For A Crowd
I have often wondered how many other individuals in our parish (or other parishes) are not fed balanced meals in their churches, …
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Webinar: Welcoming Visitors: Tips for the Holidays
Welcoming Visitors The looming holiday season is before us. How do you welcome the visitor and invite them in? Join us for a …
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Freshly Brewed: 5 New Ideas for Coffee Hour
"At its best, a church coffee hour is a venue for the Holy Spirit to work." Coffee Hour: …
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9 Ways to Welcome Church Visitors on Easter
"Do your planning based on the importance of the celebration, expecting that people will return." Easter Attendance We’re starting …
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7 Ways to Welcome Church Visitors on Christmas Eve
"There is no better time than Christmas Eve to warmly welcome your church visitors... Invite people, especially new members, to be …
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Make Welcoming Church Signs with an 8 Dollar Item
"Helpful signs answer these questions. And when questions are answered, a funny thing happens: anxiety goes down, and people can …
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Book Review: Room at My Table by Evelyn Bence
"...to make this meal an event that all around the table can celebrate together, taking pleasure in the food, the company, the …
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Five Ways to Scare Away Church Visitors
"Don’t single out visitors. They really just want to blend in. Speak to them after the service and introduce them to others at …
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How to Identify and Welcome Visitors – Make Welcome Packets
When done well, this practice is an expression of Christian hospitality, and also an important first step in church …
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