We are programed to try and impress that one parent who just never seems to be impressed by what we do! So we put hours upon hours in planning, recruiting volunteers, buying decor and supplies, and creating the biggest and grandest event of the year. But what if we changed the purpose of our events to be evangelistic in nature? Here are some pointers on effective ways to do follow-up after the event.

Children’s pastors today have more resources than ever before to reach children who live in the shadows of the steeple. However, based on the stories I hear children’s pastors tell about their summer outreaches, I get the feeling we are missing the mark by only reaching kids who are already attending other churches.