Can you believe that Easter is only four and a half weeks away?  Man, crazy, isn’t it?  As I’m sure is the case with many of you, we are well underway preparing and getting ready to host one of the greatest ministry opportunities of the year. 

This year we are planning three services (we normally do 2). We are also shooting out a direct mail piece that will hit thousands of homes in targeted areas.  As of today, we’ve proofed and finalized the artwork. These direct mail pieces have been very successful over the last few years in drawing out first time guests.  We generally target prospects (people who’ve attended our services and/or outreach events), and people living in the near western suburbs of Chicago. Even though the majority of our growth happens via word of mouth, direct mail has proven to be a great piece in introducing people to “The Hill.”  

I’ll share more details on the series we’re launching later.  Man, I can’t wait!

So what about you?  Those of you in church ministry….What is YOUR church doing to prepare for Easter?  I’d LOVE to hear YOUR ideas!  Comment away!