{"id":1685,"date":"2015-03-31T18:24:31","date_gmt":"2015-03-31T18:24:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/journeyonleadership.brentwoodbaptistonline.com\/?p=1685"},"modified":"2015-03-31T18:24:31","modified_gmt":"2015-03-31T18:24:31","slug":"7-ways-to-invite-people-to-easter-sunday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadership.brentwoodbaptist.com\/adult-discipleship\/7-ways-to-invite-people-to-easter-sunday\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Ways to Invite People to Easter Sunday"},"content":{"rendered":"
Guest Post by Lauren O’Neill<\/address>\n

Let\u2019s face it.
\n<\/strong>Sometimes, inviting friends or neighbors to church can be uncomfortable. Sadly, this is because many of us don\u2019t do it very often. We are out of practice!
\nBut what\u2019s a better time to change our habits, make a fresh start, and extend the love of Christ to those around us than Easter Sunday\u2014the day of new life, resurrection, and hope?
\nRelationship always starts with an invitation, from one person to another. Here are some ways you can extend Easter invitations to those around you:<\/p>\n

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  1. \u00a0Pray for them by name, before inviting them.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Ask God to go before you, and create a smooth path of conversation for you. Praying for the person will also ease your nerves and put things in appropriate perspective.<\/p>\n

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    1. Pair the invitation with food or hospitality.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Invite them to coffee before the service or lunch afterward with you and your family. Tell them the menu! Explain there\u2019s plenty of food, and you\u2019d be honored to have them as your guest.<\/p>\n

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      1. Pick them up at their house that morning and ride to church together. <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Walking into a new church can be intimidating for your friend, as can figuring out your meeting-spot, navigating the unfamiliar parking lot, and making decisions about childcare (if necessary). Take the guesswork out of it for them!<\/p>\n

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        1. Be specific.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Don\u2019t speak in generalities. It\u2019s easier for people to say \u201cno\u201d to an incomplete invitation with vague details. Don\u2019t just ask them if they\u2019d like to attend Easter service with you. Tell them when it starts, when you\u2019ll be leaving your house, when it will be over, where you plan to go to lunch afterward, etc. Then, see what they say!<\/p>\n

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          1. Have compassion toward their insecurities about church.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            If you know there are reasons they don\u2019t usually attend church, be sensitive. Say, \u201cI\u2019m aware of some of your views about church, but if you\u2019d at all be interested, my church is having a really amazing service on Sunday. I\u2019ll be sitting right there with you, and I\u2019d love for you to feel freedom to come if you are at all curious.\u201d<\/p>\n

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            1. Use social media.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              You\u2019ve already got the followers and the platform. Why overcomplicate things? Utilize your Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts to invite people. Ask your followers to direct message you or text you if they want specific details. Visit brentwoodeaster.com<\/a> for pre-made graphics you can share via social media.<\/p>\n

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              1. If all else fails\u2026just ask!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                Don\u2019t overthink it. When you\u2019re at the store, out for a walk, working out at the gym, attending classes, or in the break room at work\u2014just take a deep breath, smile, and ask!
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