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[Video] 5 tips for welcoming church visitors
Each of your church guests is a unique person with a different background and different comfort level. Check out this short video for tips on how to show your guests you care about them as individuals, not just potential members.

5 types of church visitors: Are you ready for them?
If we want our congregations to grow, if we believe that’s part of God’s calling, our identity may change as our membership does.

7 practical elements of welcoming
The ministry of welcoming is the responsibility of the entire church family, not of a committee or a few volunteers. Remember these seven elements.

Voice of faith crucial to young gays
The church has long been conflicted over homosexuality, but a recent rash of suicides shows the need for compassion remains.

Roll out the welcome mat this Christmas
Some church members seem so engrossed in catching up with their family and friends that visitors end up feeling like part of the décor.

Make your church a melting pot
Does your church reflect the community? Welcoming the immigrant population requires more than just opening your church doors.

Make welcoming church leaders a rich experience
In January, many congregations welcome new officers and leaders. For a rich experience for everyone, include a time of commissioning or recognition during worship.

Is it time to move from friendly to radical hospitality?
“Radical hospitality” requires intentional invitation and welcome. It goes beyond greeters at the door.

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