b'INVITE FAMILIES METHODS TO INVITEYour first time connecting with parents should beConnect with leaders and familiespersonal and pressure-free. Yes, you will hope forwhere they communicate, using anytheir help in making your ministry year fruitful, butof the following methods.the hard sell usually does more harm than good. Connect in person, by phone or even with a videoIN-PERSONtext to let parents know you care and that you have taken steps to protect their kids. Then use their preferred contact method to keep them informedA PERSONAL PHONE CALLof club happenings. Remember to make your invitation Christ-centered, keeping it about themA PERSONAL TEXT MESSAGEnot you.A PERSONAL EMAILA GENERAL GROUP TEXT(TRY THE REMIND APP)WHAT SHOULD YOU SAY? A GENERAL GROUP EMAILINSTEAD OF: We need more kids to come to our kids ministry and growAN INVITATION IN THE MAILour numbers. There arent many there, and we think your kids would have a good time. Can they join us? SOCIAL MEDIASAY: Our childrens ministry ispassionate about making church aCHURCH BULLETINS AND EMAILsafe place where children belongand spiritually grow to becomeresilient disciples who have a firmANNOUNCEMENTS DURINGfoundation in Christ. We want SERVICES OR PRE-SERVICEevery child to know, love and serveSLIDESHOWSJesus for the rest of their lives. Our ministry would love to have you and your kids join us this week!Personal communication remains important even after leaders and families have joined your club. During the year, share important information through email, text blasts and social media posts. Send birthday greetings and attend community events so you can see your families and leaders outside of church. In addition to personal contact, create a digital spaceeither on your church website or on social mediawhere they can find a club calendar, leader phone numbers, a list of theme nights and other important info. The most engaged leaders and families are those who feel you care about them beyond their involvement in your ministry. Your personal ask and continued communication with them will ensure their devotion and loyalty to your club for years. 9'