Resources for churches

The following checklist may be helpful as pointers to make our Church buildings a bit more user friendly for the visitor:

Approach

• Is the building easy to find (signposts)?
• Is the entrance clearly marked?
• Are there any hazards?
• Are the grounds well presented?

Inside

• Is there any welcome?
• Is the building well lit?
• Are there notices telling visitors where to turn on and off the lights?
• Is there a guided tour?
• Is there a free guide to the building?
• Is the literature well presented and appropriate?
• Is there evidence that the church is active in the community?
• Is there a special place set aside for prayer?
• Are there aids to prayer?
• Is the Christian message obvious to all visitors?
• Is there an encouragement to make a donation for the work of the church?
• Does the literature account for foreign visitors?
• Is there any information to help visitors find a meal, toilets, petrol?
• Is theresomewhere to stay, where are the nearest shops...etc.?
• Is there information about other sights to visit nearby?
• Is there any information about visiting other churches?
• Is there a shop or place to purchase items?
• Is there a place for refreshment?
• Is there a visitor’s book?
• Is there a prayer request form / book?