Church Committees: The Good And The Bad

Over at Dictionary.com, the following is offered as a definition of a committee:

“A group of people officially delegated to perform a function, such as investigating, considering, reporting, or acting on a matter.”

I’d like to make this disclaimer: I am not anti-accountability, but I am anti-committee when the committee tries to rule.

And now, my two quick stories to illustrate why I feel this way.

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Church Hospitality: On Purpose

In my travel and consulting with churches, I’ve had the chance to see a lot (hundreds) of varying denominations (and non-denoms). Across the board, I have to tell you about two things that discourage me in most (90% or more) of these churches: a notable lack of an intentional and friendly hospitality ministry.

When I first drive up to a church campus, I start looking for the most important first impressions: happy, welcoming people! If they’re not in the parking lot waving me in and helping out, I feel as though I’m going to be the outsider that isn’t welcomed. Let’s face it, unless there’s plenty of easy-to-read signage, I won’t know where to park.

• Will there be first-time visitor parking?
• How will I find it?
• If I have kids, how can I park near the preschool/children’s areas.

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