Top 10 Church Greeter Guidelines

A church greeter is one of the simplest yet most important positions in the church.

Your  goal is to

• share a kind word,
• open a door,
• offer a handshake or
• just lend a helping hand to people as they enter the church.

Here are 10 Guidelines to keep in mind.

1. Show up on time
2. Always be positive.
3. Prepare yourself spiritually.
4. Be friendly to all who enter.
5. Pray in advance for your ministry.
6. Show honor and dignity to our visitors and guests.
7. Pay attention to what needs your visitors and guests might have.
8. Follow up after the worship service and say good bye with style.
9. Prepare yourself physically: Good grooming, appropriate clothing, fresh breath.
10. Notice for ministry opportunities to pray with your guests before they leave.

Remember, your goal is simple and direct: Make people feel welcome at your church!

Do you lead your greeter ministry?

I’ve written a book for leaders of church greeter ministry.  Click on these links to read more (at Amazon).

• Church Greeters 101 in Paperback
• Church Greeters 101 for Kindle

You can get the 2 DVD Combo Set of Greeter Training DVDs from the store.

Also, see this tutorial on fixing your greeter ministry.