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Here is your June 2008 Effective Evangelism Training Newsletter that you have subscribed to through our site: www.effective-evangelism-training.org. Things have been fairly busy around here. It is summer and we are starting new outreach efforts with several churches in the Houston, Texas area. Each of the churches involved in the CONNECTIONS MINISTRY project are experiencing some exciting developments. We are already seeing results, new church members, more visitors, church unity, etc. in each of the participating churches. As we begin to implement the Bible Distribution effort and the phone calling effort, more and more people are beginning to respond. You can read all about how things are progressing at our blog: Reaching People With The Gospel The CONNECTIONS MINISTRY is in it's first round of implementation. As we begin to learn what is effective and what is not, we will be putting together a set of training materials that will help other churches to implement the ministry. If you would like more information on becoming involved with this area of ministry, please email me through our contact page, at: www.effective-evangelism-training.org/contact.html ------------------------------------------------------------------- Upcoming Ministry Opportunities In Your Own Community (United States) There are several holidays and events coming up that you and your church should be able to capitalize on, for making new contacts that may lead to witnessing opportunities. July 4th, in the United States, is celebrated across the country as Independence Day. Why not plan an event around the idea of Freedom? You can have hot dogs, drinks, family games, prizes, etc. Invite the entire community to share in the celebration. In the past, when we have done these types of events, we have taken the opportunity to present a short message, that covers the way to true Freedom through Jesus Christ. Many of our newsletter subscribers are from other countries, but each country probably has some sort of National holiday that you could capitalize on in a similar manner. It is also possible that some of the other community organizations may be planning an event already. Why not volunteer to help them? This will give you an opportunity to get to know some new people, and let them know that you are part of the community. This opens the lines of communication that may lead to witnessing opportunities. Be Creative!! NATIONAL NIGHT OUT Every year in August, the National Night Out campaign is held, in an effort to get people to conduct block parties and other events to meet your neighbors. It is an effort to build communities for the purpose of security and cohesiveness. Similar to the July 4th idea, this gives an opportunity to meet new people and strike up some conversations. Over the years, our ministry team has been able to actually bring our puppet team to the neighborhood event and conduct a Sidewalk Sunday School style program during the community event!! Just a couple of ideas for you. You can check these ideas out in greater detail through our Evangelism Methods Page If you would like help in planning any of these events, please feel free to contact me personally. God Bless You as we work together to build His kingdom, Rev. Teddy Levron --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- P.S. - Don't forget that the 3 Essentials For Christian Living book is on sale through our website. Since March, we have been able to distribute over 800 copies of the book. The feedback has been great. People's lives are being transformed through this powerful, yet simple message . Visit the 3 Essentials For Christian Living Page for more information. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |