Making Members Stick

It's one thing to bring new people into your church. But what does it matter if they slip right out the back door? This 19-page resource explains why many church attenders never commit or drop out over time. The solution isn't to compromise and drop to the lowest common denominator. Rather, you must make your church a healthy place where believers thrive. Use these articles to help you. Table of Contents: The Importance of Being Sticky It doesn't matter how wide the front door of your church is, if the back door is wide open. by Larry Osborne Natural Practices of Sticky Churches Higher retention enables more natural and effective forms of ministry. by Larry Osborne Reasons People Stay (free sample) People will only stick with a church when they identify with its mission. by Sam S. Rainer III The 7 Laws of Member Retention Follow these rules to ensure members are firmly rooted in church life. by Allen Ratta Guidelines for Retention Abide by these principles to firmly close your church's back door. by Thom Rainer Getting People Involved Focus your church on developing people spiritually in order to get them more involved. interview with Reggie McNeal Plug Newcomers In ... Quick! Three church leaders share their approaches to engaging new members. by Erwin McManus, Ken Fong, and Cheryl Sanders Assimilating Newcomers Eight strategies for ensuring that visitors connect with your congregation. by Dave Wilkinson 4 Keys to Keeping Young Adults New research shows several important factors for retaining young adults. by Sam S. Rainer III