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Friend Day Sunday
Friend Day Sunday expands your worshipping congregation by reaching your potential congregation—those already in your members’ lives. It’s a strategic, relational way to grow your church through personal invitation and meaningful connection.
WHEN:
Plan it for the first Sunday in October or first Sunday in November. It pairs especially well with fall outreach events like Trunk or Treat, allowing you to build momentum and invite guests to return.
TIPS:
In the weeks leading up, encourage members to engage with their F.R.A.N.S.—Friends, Relatives, Associates, and Neighbors—and extend a warm invitation.
Offer invite cards, social media tools, and a fun service atmosphere with refreshments or a meal.
Visit Outreach.com for Friend Day tools, graphics, and follow-up ideas.
REMEMBER:
Friend Day prevents an “in-grown” church culture by encouraging outward focus. It enhances church evangelism and expands your congregation’s webs of influence, creating natural pathways for people to connect and belong.
THEME:
“You Always Have Friends at [Your Church Name]” – a welcoming message that affirms acceptance and relationship.