Why Halloween is the Biggest Outreach Opportunity of the Year

Why Halloween is the Biggest Outreach Opportunity of the Year

Halloween is the single biggest outreach opportunity of the year because millions of families come to your door expecting something in their hands. Along with candy, you can give them the Gospel in a natural, non-confrontational way. It’s a chance to reach more people than at Easter or Christmas, plant seeds of faith, and redeem the night by shining God’s light in the darkness.

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Redeeming the Day: How God Can Use Even a Holiday Many See as Negative for His Glory

Redeeming the Day: How God Can Use Even a Holiday Many See as Negative for His Glory

Every year, when October rolls around, Christians are faced with a question: What do we do with Halloween? Some see it as dark, rooted in superstition or practices that glorify fear and death. Others embrace it as a harmless night of costumes, candy, and fun. But as followers of Christ, we are called to view every day, even those with questionable reputations through the lens of God’s sovereignty. The truth is, no day belongs to the enemy. “This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it” (Psalm 118:24). That includes October 31st.

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How Churches Can Use Facebook Local Advertising to Promote Their Trunk-or-Treat or Fall Festival

How Churches Can Use Facebook Local Advertising to Promote Their Trunk-or-Treat or Fall Festival

Fall is one of the best times for churches to connect with their community. Families are already looking for safe, fun, family-friendly events, and a Trunk-or-Treat or Fall Festival checks every box. The challenge is simple: how do you let people know about it?

Word of mouth, flyers, and signs still work, but if you want to reach the families who live right around your church, Facebook local advertising is one of the most effective (and affordable) tools you can use. Here’s how to do it step by step.

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How to Promote Your Trunk or Treat Event: A Step-by-Step Guide to Maximize Reach and Impact

How to Promote Your Trunk or Treat Event: A Step-by-Step Guide to Maximize Reach and Impact

If your church is having a Trunk or Treat or Fall Festival this comprehensive list of resources and step by step action plan will help you with promoting the event.  It includes all available resources including: email, announcements at church, Facebook posts and how to run a paid ad, Instagram post ideas, and other more traditional ways to promote your event.  

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Why hand out Gospel Tracts along with Candy at Halloween?

Why hand out Gospel Tracts along with Candy at Halloween?

Halloween provides Christians a unique opportunity to share Jesus Christ's message. Memory Cross Gospel tracts are an effective tool for this:

  1. Kid-Friendly Gospel Presentation: They share the Gospel in a hopeful, appealing manner.
  2. Interactive Design: The origami-inspired cards with four panels create a never-ending loop, engaging children's curiosity.
  3. Web Link Included: Directs interested individuals to more resources about the Gospel.

Reasons to Hand Out Tracts:

  1. Jesus’s Command: Jesus asked followers to spread the Good News. Halloween offers a perfect chance.
  2. Transformative Power of God's Word: Distributing these tracts plants seeds of faith that can lead to change.
  3. Act as God's Instrument: Share the Gospel to make a meaningful impact on children and families.

In essence, alongside Halloween treats, consider sharing Memory Cross Gospel tracts for an eternal impact.

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