Hello and Happy December!
Advent has begun and we are heading down the home stretch towards Christmas and the start of the new year. I want to share with you…
Two observations about this Christmas season:
1) People are busier and more distracted than ever.
Work is busy. School is busy… Everyone is throwing Christmas parties and doing gift exchanges… Every organization is asking for end of year donations…
Every device we own is filled with ads telling us we won’t be happy (or the people we’re supposed to buy gifts for won’t be happy) unless we buy their product or service…
Anxiety and stress are at all time highs. As a result…
2) People are looking for peace and meaning more than ever.
Deep down, everyone knows the path to happiness this Christmas is not more decorations, more gifts, or more parties.
People are open to alternatives to the usual, stressful, consumeristic Christmas.
So, I want to encourage you, Christian brothers and sisters, church leaders… instead of trying to compete with the busyness of the world, instead of trying to get people to add more church things to people’s schedule… pray and ask God to show you ways to help people slow down…
- Find simple ways to serve others and take things off people’s plates.
- Challenge people to say “no” to things they may feel “obligated” to do because of tradition or expectations.
- Encourage people to stop watching videos for a bit and to read and reflect on the Christmas story in the bible or Christmas devotionals.
- Facilitate ways for people to connect and have longer, deeper conversations
For more specific ideas, see 12 Christmas Outreach Event Ideas for Churches
Because of all the busyness and distractions, no matter what you choose to do this year, remember:
Information about Christmas events and opportunities must be communicated clearly and repeatedly!
We’ve got to be really clear on the details. And we’ve got to communicate them in environments in which people are distracted and using lots of different communications platforms.
OurChurch.Com is here to help you communicate your Christmas plans.
- If you need a new website, and need it fast and affordable, check out our WP-EZ Website Builder. Order by December 31 and you’ll get half off your entire order!
- Make sure info about all your Christmas events are on your website. If you need some help, make use of our video tutorials, our AI-powered chatbot, or contact our friendly, knowledgeable support team.
- Join our private Facebook Group where you can ask questions, get ideas, and discuss Christmas plans.
- Share your ideas and perspective in the December Listening Post survey.
- Stay tuned for more ideas, tips, and strategy for your communications, web design and SEO throughout the entire month.
Throughout this month we’ll be sharing additional articles to give you…
More help with your Christmas plans
Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love! -Hamilton Wright Mabie
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Comment and Discuss…
- What are you doing (or not doing) different this Christmas?
- What are you still trying to figure out?
Co-founder & CEO, OurChurch.Com
Paul has been the CEO of OurChurch.Com since its founding in 1996, combining his passion for faith and technology to lead the organization.
An accomplished writer, Paul has authored over 2,000 articles on faith and technology, featured on platforms like ChurchLeaders.com, The JoyFM, and his personal blog, LiveIntentionally.org.
Beyond his professional achievements, Paul serves as an elder at Journey Community Church and is deeply engaged in his community through his involvement with the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch and the Safety Harbor Chamber of Commerce. He is a contributing author of the book Outspoken! Conversations on Church Communication.
