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Greeting visitors at church is such an important part of the hospitality ministry of the church. 

I know of a couple that quit going to church 40 years ago because no one said hello.  (I write about this story in the downloadable article: Avoid First Time Visitor Nightmares).

Another man told me his own story here: “No One Said Hello.”

Last week, my tutor told me her story of welcome in a church — the welcome that she received changed her life.  I’ll save that for another entry.

Here are 10 tips for greeters.  Remember, it’s more than a handshake.

1. Smile.
2. Fresh breath.
3. Make eye contact
4. Take initiative and greet.
5. Don’t ask “Are you new?”
6. Don’t ask “Is this your first time?” 
7. Offer a bulletin if your church uses them.
8. Personal warmth — look like you enjoy welcoming people.
9. Say “I don’t think I’ve met you yet, I’m {insert your name here}”
10. If they are new, offer to show them where the restrooms are and offer information about childcare if necessary.

Other articles For greeting visitors:

Greeting a Spanish speaking Visitor
How not to greet a visitor
Six Hints for welcoming Visitors

Let me ask you this?

What advice would you give those in your church to greet visitors?  What do your greeters do that make a visit special?

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