10 Ideas to Turn Special Occasion Visitors into Church Family

Easter, Christmas, and Mother’s Day bring new faces into your church, but how do you encourage them to return? This free, easy-to-follow checklist gives you 10 powerful ways to turn one-time visitors into engaged members—both in-person and online!

✅ Simple, practical ideas you can implement right away

✅ Works for both in-person and virtual visitors

✅ Strategies that strengthen connections beyond the holiday

✔ Creative follow-up ideas that won’t feel pushy or overwhelming

✔ Digital & In-person connection strategies that work in any church setting

✔ The best way to invite guests back—without being intrusive!

This checklist is your go-to guide for making every visitor feel welcome, valued, and excited to return.

Who Is This For?

This free checklist is perfect for:

✅ Pastors & Church Leaders looking to improve visitor retention

✅ Welcome & Hospitality Teams who want practical ways to connect with guests

✅ Online Ministry Teams seeking strategies to engage virtual visitors

✅ Anyone passionate about making visitors feel at home in your church!