A Timely Touch

Written by Nakules Veran Thursday, 03 November 2011 20:00

One of the constant complaints we hear from members past is that they were not adequately attended to. The usual welcome and attention quickly dissipates as newer members are received. They are then relinquished to finding their place in ministry or group and encouraged to be a contributing member of the church.

Most churches and leadership tend to have a focused approach towards growth and this is often reflected in their evangelistic endeavors. Members are encouraged to invite their friends and peer to different events and consequently impact their growth strategy.

As the church adds new members, keeping track and meeting their needs becomes a challenging if not daunting task. This is further exacerbated when timely intervention is not available during their times of need.

Research indicates that a member needs a minimum of four “touches” or intervention in a year to continue being connected to a membership. The challenge however, is knowing when to “touch” a member.

Do you have a plan in place for a timely touch?