Try This: Neighborhood Party Planning With a Purpose

Encourage your church’s members to invite their unchurched or non-believing neighbors and friends to their Super Bowl parties, Independence Day barbecues, awards show watch parties, holiday festivities or other special events where other Christians will be present. A personal invitation to a private home is often a less intimidating first step to coming to church.

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