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Summary

In this conversation, Ed discusses the importance of the Grow Wider anchor in the Rebuilt Framework. 

He emphasizes the need to build a culture that welcomes people and shares the burden of reaching out to the unchurched. Ed highlights the key elements of the Grow Wider anchor, including identifying the target audience, implementing an invest and invite strategy, creating a compelling digital presence, and providing exceptional kids and student programs. 

Ed also discusses the importance of implementing a newcomer engagement plan and shares success stories and challenges faced by parishes in implementing these strategies.

Takeaways

Building a culture that welcomes people is crucial for parish growth.

Identifying the target audience helps parishes focus their efforts.

Implementing an invest and invite strategy encourages parishioners to invite others to church.

Having a compelling digital presence, including a user-friendly website and active social media, is important for attracting newcomers.

Providing exceptional kids and student programs helps engage young families.

Implementing a newcomer engagement plan, including a welcome desk and follow-up emails, helps newcomers feel welcomed and connected.

Consistency and intentionality are key in growing wider.

Evaluating and improving strategies is essential for parish growth.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction

03:30 - Chapter 1: Building a Culture of Welcome

08:10 - Chapter 2: Identifying the Target Audience

14:20 - Chapter 3: Implementing an Invest and Invite Strategy

24:44 - Chapter 5: Providing Exceptional Kids and Student Programs

29:55 - Chapter 6: Implementing a Newcomer Engagement Plan

34:25 - Chapter 7: Success Stories and Challenges

38:49 - Chapter 8: Consistency and Intentionality in Growing Wider

42:09 - Conclusion