Let's explore how you can create engaging experiences, build stronger connections, and make a lasting impact on the lives of those both within and beyond your church walls this summer.

One of the keys to a successful summer in your church is to be intentional about your planning and preparation. By taking the time to craft a compelling sermon series, design eye-catching graphics, and organize outreach events, you'll be setting the stage for a season of growth and transformation!

But more than that, you'll be equipping and empowering your congregation to be active participants in the mission of your church.

Here are 3 ways you can make this summer one to remember.

1. No more slow summers

As summer approaches, it's common for church attendance to experience a slight dip as families plan vacations. But this season doesn’t have to be sad! This time presents a unique opportunity for those who remain to actively engage with their community and invite others to experience a life-changing message at your church.

To encourage evangelism and boldness in your people, provide them with invite cards to help them confidently reach out to those they encounter.

These cards serve as a tangible reminder for your people to be intentional in their interactions, building genuine relationships with people they meet, such as wait staff at restaurants, grocery store employees, workout partners, coworkers, neighbors and more.

Your invite cards can feature:

• Your summer sermon series theme and a short sentence of encouragement

• A thought-provoking question that entices them to find the answer at church

• A short line that says something like, “I’m personally inviting you” or “Come sit with me on Sunday!”

• Church info (Location and meeting times)

2. Have some fun in the sun

Summer is the perfect time to host outreach events that engage your community and provide opportunities for your church members to invite others. Consider organizing events that cater to the interests and needs of your local area, such as a community BBQ or picnic at a local park, hosting a neighborhood cleanup day, throwing a sports tournament, or Vacation Bible School.

To help promote these events, request graphics for physical materials like:

• Outdoor banners or flags to display near your church or event location

• A-frame signage to help direct car or foot traffic

• T-shirt designs so your team and volunteers can match and standout

• Short info booklets you can giveaway so new people can learn more about your church

3. A new season means a new style

By surrounding your people with a consistent and inspiring visual theme, you can create an atmosphere that builds anticipation, participation, and a deeper connection to your summer series’s message.

Imagine your people's excitement as they walk into your church and see new vibrant sermon series graphics on the screens or the joy they feel when they receive a thoughtfully designed magnet for their fridge, reminding them of your upcoming events!

Keep your church engaged and excited about your summer sermon series by requesting a few of these ideas:

• Sermon series title graphics and accompanying notes/info/giving slides for your live and steaming services

• Motion backgrounds in the same style for times of worship

• A magnet families can add to their fridge listing the dates and sermon topics for the series along with any other summer events your church is hosting

• Promo videos to share on social media and your church website

• Social media post templates for sermon quotes, verses, and key takeaways