{"id":31121,"date":"2021-10-07T09:41:40","date_gmt":"2021-10-07T13:41:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sharefaith.com\/blog\/?p=31121"},"modified":"2021-10-05T18:43:22","modified_gmt":"2021-10-05T22:43:22","slug":"4-reasons-harvest-festivals-make-such-a-big-impact-in-church-outreach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sharefaith.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/4-reasons-harvest-festivals-make-such-a-big-impact-in-church-outreach\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Reasons Harvest Festivals Make Such a Big Impact in Church Outreach"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Host an Outreach-Focused Harvest Festival at Your Church<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fall is officially here! Along with the cooler temps and changing leaves comes\u00a0a great\u00a0time of year to plan impactful outreach opportunities at your church. These are designed to reach your community and spread the message of the gospel. They can even encourage\u00a0more\u00a0people to get connected at your church.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One special outreach opportunity is to host a fall harvest festival. You can get your church families involved and invite the entire community to join in on the festivities.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">About Harvest Festivals<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Harvest festivals are celebrated in autumn after food from the land is reaped and collected. For Christians, it\u2019s often a way of showing gratitude for the creation that God has provided for us, particularly the nutrients for us to eat. It is traditionally celebrated now as a special time to get together in the fall, enjoy delicious food and treats, and have a celebration with games, crafts, and activities. Many churches host a harvest festival for Christians and the community as an alternative to Halloween traditions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Harvest Festival as an Outreach Opportunity<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This is\u00a0an incredible\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sharefaith.com\/blog\/2021\/06\/how-to-make-the-connection-between-outreach-and-church-growth\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">outreach opportunity<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0for your church. It\u2019s a way to connect with your community and get more people involved, and of course, be able to share the gospel with others who might not normally hear the good news.\u00a0Below are some ideas to reach out and serve those around you.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Engage families in your church and community.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hosting a\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sharefaith.com\/blog\/2018\/10\/how-to-have-a-harvest-party-at-church\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">harvest festival<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0allows\u00a0many different ways\u00a0church families can get involved\u00a0in serving the community.\u00a0They can bring supplies, help with\u00a0set\u00a0up or\u00a0tear\u00a0down, and volunteer on the\u00a0day-of.\u00a0Create\u00a0a\u00a0sign-up\u00a0form on your\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sharefaith.com\/church-websites\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">church website<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0for\u00a0people to register to volunteer.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Creating an opportunity outside of a traditional Sunday morning for people to enter your\u00a0church doors is a strategic way to draw people in.\u202fThere are many people who are apprehensive about\u00a0attending a church service, but you can spread hope and share the gospel at a fun event like a harvest festival where the whole community is invited.\u00a0Plus, afterward, they may be more inclined to show up\u00a0on\u00a0the weekend and see what your church is all about.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Collect food (harvest) to distribute to those in need.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One way to make your fall festival an outreach opportunity is to collect canned goods and non-perishables to give to people in need. You could have people who are attending the event bring these food items as a \u201cticket\u201d to enter the festival. Or simply have a drop-off box at the event and people can donate as they please. After your festival, a team from your church can distribute the \u201charvest\u201d to local food banks or organizations.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Include fun activities.<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You\u2019ll want to include enjoyable activities, games, and crafts to engage families. You can make many of these with a biblical spin on them, too!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Life size outdoor games: Jenga, Connect Four, Cornhole <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Biblical\u00a0scavenger\u00a0hunt\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Craft stations: coloring pages, salvation bracelets, leaf painting, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Face\u00a0painting<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lawn bowling with pumpkins<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hay maze<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Photo booth<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pumpkin decorating<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eating contest:\u00a0hot dogs, pie, gummy worms, apples<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Arial\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Provide next steps.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">By placing the focus of your harvest festival on outreach, you\u2019ll want to be sure to provide ways for the community to get connected with your church after the event.\u00a0Have a\u00a0goodie bag with\u00a0a\u00a0flyer\u00a0with your church service information like when, where, and\u00a0what to expect.\u00a0If your budget doesn\u2019t have enough room for\u00a0goodie bags, simply providing a handout or postcard will work. You just want to have a way for people to know they\u2019re invited\u00a0and when to be there.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Another great outreach aspect is to have a prayer tent\u00a0or designated space\u00a0where people can\u00a0receive prayer. This is also a good opportunity to share the gospel and really show people the love of God. Sometimes people are waiting for somebody to ask them if they need prayer. Why not infuse prayer throughout your harvest festival?\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Promote Your Fall Event<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ShareFaith\u00a0is here to partner with you to reach more people for Christ. 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