A Strategic Approach to Welcoming
St. James Limerick implemented a much more detailed welcome strategy this fall using Nelson Searcy’s Fusion suggestions. When you’re a guest at St. James you’ll find 1) parkers and greeters, 2) a welcome center, 3) a communication card in every bulletin to get information, 4) a free gift as you leave, 5) an email on Monday afternoon, 6) a personal letter with another gift on Thursday and 7) you’ll be added to the church database.
Welcoming Developmentally Challenged People
What is the “new thing” that you have perceived God doing?
Welcome of people with mental illness, developmental issues, etc.
How are you cooperating with God in this activity? How can other Christians and congregations help?
Reluctantly, sometimes including welcoming people who are mentally ill, especially, brings a lot of challenges; welcoming folks with developmental issues means doing things differently. Read more 