Quick Steps to Connection
How Eastside Christian Church connects people by background, life stage and ZIP code
Retention
Empowering Volunteers, Gateway to Growth
How Gateway Church volunteers play a critical role in helping guests take next steps
5 Tips for Minichurches
Providing a middle ground to small groups helps new people connect.
Print a List of Small Groups and Stick It in the Bulletin
Make it easy for congregants to find and join a small group.
Use Technology and Planning Tools to Grow Your Church
Church assessment tools let you measure progress toward growth goals.
Ensure Your Church is as Helpful as Possible With a “Concierge”
Idea Starter: Have volunteers specialize in connecting people to resources inside and outside the church.
Beyond Awesome Coffee: Impact Church
"You won't ever see me or my team swooping out of some green room into the church in our super pastor capes."
Welcome First-Time Guests With a Flower
Idea Starter: Offer guests a small potted plant or flower to say ‘welcome.'
Send a Welcome Video to New Attendees
Idea Starter: Email a video of the pastor or church members saying ‘thanks for coming’
Let Congregants Connect Using QR Codes
Idea Starter: Create QR codes to drive people back to your church’s website.