A Free Webinar Series on Evangelism, Hospitality, and Belonging When you're struggling to get everything done in a smaller congregation with fewer resources and fewer people, adding something new can seem overwhelming. That's where the genius of Invite Welcome Connect comes in. Unlike those turnkey, one-size-fits-all "church growth programs" out there, Invite Welcome Connect is not a program. It's a ministry that is infinitely adaptable to congregations where they are right n

We’re excited to announce the release of our Greeter Ministry Guide, a comprehensive resource designed to help congregations build welcoming, systematic approaches to greeting visitors and members alike.

Canon Jenni Faires of the Diocese of Southwestern Virginia and Invite Welcome Connect instructor Mary MacGregor provide insights and practical tips for transforming your small congregation into a place of true welcome

Invite Welcome Connect Executive Director Steve Welch joins TENS Executive Director Davey Gerhard for a Sept. 13 webinar on Best...

A Free Webinar Series on Evangelism, Hospitality, and Belonging When you're struggling to get everything done in a smaller congregation with fewer resources and fewer people, adding something new can seem overwhelming. That's where the genius of Invite Welcome Connect comes in. Unlike those turnkey, one-size-fits-all "church growth programs" out there, Invite Welcome Connect is not a program. It's a ministry that is infinitely adaptable to congregations where they are right n

The season of Advent is just around the corner—a season of waiting, watching, and preparing our hearts for Christmas. It is also one of the most natural times of the year for visitors to walk through our church doors. Neighbors who haven’t worshiped in years, families looking for a place to bring children to a Christmas pageant, those grieving who need a safe space to lament—all are likely to show up during Advent and Christmas. The question is: are we ready to welcome them?

The Invite Welcome Connect  ministry is helping congregations across The Episcopal Church—and beyond—reclaim the heart of evangelism,...

This is a must-do for stewardship committees and lay or clergy stewardship leaders. Before your annual campaign begins, take a moment to review these proven practices, learn tips on running great fundraising campaigns, and prepare for a challenging Fall. The fundraising landscape this year is unique and presents new challenges and opportunities. We'll help you prepare for what is to come.

Join Invite Welcome Connect Founder Mary Foster Parmer Sept. 6 in Memphis for a face-to-face workshop