I’ve posted in recent months about how we’ve started holding regular (every two months) Newcomers Receptions at The Journey (you can read more here and here).

They only last a half an hour, don’t require a great deal of planning or administration, and they really are a helpful tool in the Assimilation process.  A key part of the reception is giving new people the opportunity to take Next Steps at the gathering.

I’ve gotten a few questions via email about what kind of card we use at the Newcomers Reception, so here’s a sample of a recent Next Steps card.  It’s basic, but it gets the job done (right-click and “Save As…”):

Newcomers Reception Next Steps Card

P.S. If you’re looking for other proven, advanced ideas for connecting more first time guests into the life of your church, check out The Assimilation Intensive Workshop.