Episode 83: Nurturing Newcomers: Turning Guests into Engaged Parishioners

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Summary

In this episode of the Rebuilt Parish podcast, Melissa speaks with Kelly and Brandon from the Church of the Nativity about their strategies for engaging guests during the Christmas and Advent seasons. They discuss the importance of capturing guest information, nurturing relationships with newcomers, and the various methods they use to encourage visitors to return and become engaged parishioners. The conversation highlights the significance of follow-up processes, the use of fun and interactive methods to gather information, and the importance of having a structured plan to connect with guests effectively.

 

Takeaways

• Kelly and Brandon play crucial behind-the-scenes roles at Church of the Nativity.
• Capturing guest information is essential for building relationships.
• Interactive games and giveaways help engage newcomers.
• Follow-up communication is key to nurturing relationships.
• Sending gift cards can encourage return visits.
• A structured follow-up plan can help convert visitors into regulars.
• Tracking engagement through various methods is important.
• Making the process fun can lower barriers for newcomers.
• Parishes should be flexible and willing to try new strategies.
• Planning ahead for guest engagement is crucial.

 

Titles

Engaging Guests: Strategies from Church of the Nativity

Building Community: Nurturing New Relationships in Parishes

 

Sound Bites

"We try to find out where they are located."

"We don’t have everything figured out."

"Making a plan is really important."

 

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to the Team at Church of the Nativity

01:46 - Capturing Guest Information During the Holidays

06:05 - Nurturing Relationships with Newcomers

09:50 - Strategies for Engaging Visitors

13:50 - Analyzing Success and Challenges

17:59 - Advice for Parishes on Guest Engagement

 

Keywords

Church of the Nativity, guest engagement, Christmas, Advent, parishioners, follow-up process, community building, visitor strategies, church events, nurturing relationships

 

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