Originally posted by Thoughtful Monk
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I agree that most Churches seem to not take the time to get to know a prospective member individually, so I have always tried to do an "in home" meeting (difficult under the current circumstances) and find out what it is they need or want.
I learned some times back just to ask basic questions and let them talk.
What led you to our Church?
What is it you're looking for?
What are the things you like to do in a Church?
I don't do it in a preset presentation or inquisition - often, the answer to one question leads to another.
When somebody tells me "I've been hurt by another church and I just need a place to heal" - then I tell them I understand, and 'they can do that here'.
One time, we had been praying for a music leader, because ours moved out of state, and I was visiting in a home. I asked the man what it was he liked to do, and his wife said, "he loves to sing, and he loves to lead music". He was our music leader for the next 4 years!
I wouldn't have known if I hadn't asked.
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