Retention

Finding the Balance

Our guest engagement begins before they even think about going to church.

From Attraction to Connection

We do old-school visitations. Once a month we will go and make a home visit in teams of two or three. We bring a gift bag to the door of someone who has already visited our church.

Rocket Pops and Disciples

Every Sunday is different. We look for opportunities to have cupcakes or cookies on Sunday morning. On 4th of July weekend, people get a rocket pop as they leave. We look for excuses to have those kinds of things.

‘Walk Slowly Through the Pews’

When I was serving as a worship pastor, my uncle gave me some advice I've never forgotten: "Walk slowly through the pews."

Church New Mover Program

Reach new neighbors and grow your church automatically.

Try This: Hold a “Get Plugged In” Activities Fair

Hold an activities fair to involve members of your church who are still hovering on the sidelines

Try This: A Simple Approach to Small Group Growth

Give small group members a memorable way to grow spiritually.

6 Steps to Success with Churchwide Campaigns

Rallying attendees behind a common study topic helps church grow

6 Ways to Follow Up With Christmas Guests

Try these follow-up methods to increase the odds of first-time guests returning to your church after Christmas.

Meeting the Right People: Retention at Turning Point Church in Georgia

Relationship Makes All the Difference

Offering a ‘Middle Step’: First Church of God in Indiana

Associate Pastor Brandon Holler discusses the importance of equipping people to serve.