Too often one person made the difference between us feeling welcomed or ignored, forming our perceptions of the church. Greeting well occurs at three times: before, during, and after the service.
Consider these two discussion questions:
1. The pre-service greeting forms a first impression, while a post-service greeting provides the impression people leave with.
How can you better engage with visitors before and after your service?
2. With interaction during the service it’s critical to address people you don’t know. Then introduce them to your friends.
How can you interact with visitors more effectively during the service to help them feel welcomed?
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