Welcome Families to the Neighborhood
Moving ranks right up there with the most stressful life events. And with nearly 60% of moves happening between May and August, chances are you’ve got some new and overwhelmed families in your neighborhood right now.
That makes summer the perfect time to reach out with a warm welcome. Inviting new neighbors to your church doesn’t have to be time-consuming or complicated. With the Outreach New Mover Program, your church can automatically send a friendly, well-designed postcard to every family that moves within your area—all for 79 cents per card with a nonprofit permit. It’s a simple subscription service that is easy to set up, and you can cancel anytime.
Even better: Right now, setup is free, and your first month’s mailing—up to $100—is on us, no strings attached. You can cancel after the first month. Visit NewMoverOutreach.com to learn how many new families have relocated near your church this month.
Kids’ Area Makeovers
First impressions matter, especially when it comes to your children’s ministry. For many visiting families, the look and feel of your kids’ spaces can be a make-or-break moment. If the area feels outdated, messy or uninviting, they may never give your church a second chance. The good news? You don’t need a massive budget or a construction crew to make a big impact.
Outreach has just released three budget-friendly Children’s Area Design Sets that are easy to install and full of color and creativity. Each set includes banners, wall shapes and cutouts made from lightweight Coroplast® (translation: durable, affordable and easy to hang).
Choose from three fun themes:
• Hosanna Savannah (perfect for the little ones)
• Adventure Kids (for elementary-age kids)
• Galactic Explorers (great for older elementary)
You can transform hallways, classrooms or worship areas in a weekend. Check out all the options at Outreach.com/KidMin.
Ready to Grow
It may still feel like summer in your corner of the country, but back-to-school season is just around the corner. That means now is the time to plan your fall outreach—and we’ve got just the thing to help.
When your church signs up for Back to Church Sunday (happening this year on Sept. 21), you’ll get access to a free fall resource kit filled with tools from trusted church growth partners. It’s a great way to jump-start your ministry season with a big push and be part of something bigger—the nation’s largest single-day outreach effort to reach the unchurched and bring people back to God’s house.
It’s completely free to join. Learn more and register at BackToChurch.com.
