Many churches host outreach events like carnivals, pancake breakfasts, and block parties. While these are great for community engagement, they rarely lead directly to increased Sunday morning attendance. That’s because the leap from a casual family event to a worship service is simply too large for many Canadians.
Instead of viewing outreach as a one-off event, think of it as a bridge—something that intentionally connects your community to your church family. When designed thoughtfully, these “bridge events” can foster trust, build relationships, and gradually invite people into deeper spiritual engagement.
In this session, we’ll explore practical and strategic ways to create bridge events that open the door for families in your community to experience the love of Christ and eventually become part of the family of God.
About Jeremiah:
Jeremiah is an author, speaker, coach, and a founding leader of Church Vitalization Canada. With over 27 years of pastoral experience in both local and global contexts, he brings deep insight into innovative thinking, culturally relevant evangelism, and leadership at every level. His passion for seeing Canadian churches thrive in reaching lost people stems from a strong conviction that the local church is the hope of the world. Known for his creativity, inspiration, and practical wisdom, Jeremiah communicates timeless truths in dynamic and culturally meaningful ways. Whether speaking to leaders, congregations, or communities, he equips and challenges others with fresh perspectives that spark transformation.
NextGen Ministries webinars offer monthly conversations with specialists who are proven practitioners in their areas of leadership and want to equip others to effectively reach, teach and disciple children, youth and families to be whole, healthy, fruitful missional followers of Jesus by sharing their expertise. A broad variety of topics will be covered that are relevant and timely.
NextGen Ministries webinars are hosted by Western Ontario District Children & Family Ministries and are available to anyone who registers for the online event. An accessible playback will be made available to registrants; should you be unable to participate in the live presentation, or if you want to watch the webinar again or with others.