In these troubled economic times churches are being forced to cut back on their budgets. I think it is wise. Some ministries will be cut back while others will be cut out altogether. I think every church has too many programs anyway.
Yesterday at Southside we discussed some ways we can serve that will not cost a dime yet could have a tremendous impact on your church. Here are a few ideas:
Come early and stand at a door and just greet people when they come into the building. Smile and say, "It's great to see you this morning! Welcome to __________!" If you don't recognize them, ask them if there is any way in which you may serve them. Take them (don't just point) to a class room or the auditorium.
Pray for your ministers and elders on a daily basis.
Offer to prepare communion for a month. Someone will get a much needed break!
Call those not in assembly and just tell them that they were missed. You could get a list from your preacher I'd bet.
Start a prayer group.
Be an usher in the assembly. Help newcomers find a seat. Greet people as they come into worship.
Volunteer in the nursery. They always need an extra hand!
Other ideas?
The good thing about a down economy is that it makes us more creative! There must a 101 ways in which we can serve that won't cost us a penny but will mean so much to others!
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