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Adam Smith | August 19, 2012 | 8 Comments

Community…In Church

Community.

A word that can be talked about in church, but rarely is something effectively put into action.

This is probably because people get comfortable with their few select friends. The task of actually stepping out of a person’s comfort zone can sometimes feel like a daunting task. But, the reality of it is that many people don’t give a church a second chance if they don’t feel welcome.

On the other side of this is that the new guest should put in some sort of effort before giving up on everything. Pushing the shyness out of the way and giving it a go will probably feel out of place for a new guest, but some people are just more welcoming than others. Some ways to make this happen is to try small groups, church picnics, grab coffee with someone or invite people over for dinner. If you don’t see this in a church that you visit, then they probably have a spot on the team to orchestrate “community groups” just for you. 🙂

So, What is your experience with this?

What are some things that you and your church has done to feel new guest or even long term members of the church feel welcome? Or have you had a bad experience with church all together? Please share your experiences below.

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  1. Dan Black says

    August 20, 2012 at 10:26 am

    I think relationships and community are so essential. The young adult group I serve at does a great job at creating and maintaining community. It’s because the church leadership team and young adults pastor put’s focus and effort into build community. It’s great to watch because the church is large and they are doing a good job at it.

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    • asmithblog says

      August 20, 2012 at 7:04 pm

      That is so awesome man

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  2. Dan Black says

    August 20, 2012 at 10:26 am

    I think relationships and community are so essential. The young adult group I serve at does a great job at creating and maintaining community. It’s because the church leadership team and young adults pastor put’s focus and effort into build community. It’s great to watch because the church is large and they are doing a good job at it.

    Reply
    • asmithblog says

      August 20, 2012 at 7:04 pm

      That is so awesome man

      Reply
  3. Rick Garner says

    September 5, 2012 at 6:25 pm

    Having attended both “role-focused” and “relationship-focused” churches, it’s refreshing to be at one that focuses on relationships, which is community. From greeters, guest information stations, coffee tables, ministry booths, small group information tables, and multiple service and ministries throughout the week…our church offers enough for everybody to be plugged in. So long as a congregation isn’t focused on filling slots and needs but on getting people connected via small groups, I think service comes naturally and families thrive.

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  4. Rick Garner says

    September 5, 2012 at 6:25 pm

    Having attended both “role-focused” and “relationship-focused” churches, it’s refreshing to be at one that focuses on relationships, which is community. From greeters, guest information stations, coffee tables, ministry booths, small group information tables, and multiple service and ministries throughout the week…our church offers enough for everybody to be plugged in. So long as a congregation isn’t focused on filling slots and needs but on getting people connected via small groups, I think service comes naturally and families thrive.

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