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When Group Attendance Is Spotty

How to make the most of low attendance and draw people back to your group

by Sam O’Neal Note: This article is excerpted from Conquer Common Meeting Problems.

Push for Consistency

Having a lower-attendance group meeting every now and then is no cause for a concern. But if your group suffers from sporadic attendance over a longer period of time—say, several months—you may want to make some changes to seek a more consistent level of participation.

One way to do this is to openly and clearly communicate your expectations. I’ve known many people who viewed attendance as purely optional each week, simply because they were never told otherwise. If they had a bad hair day or wanted to watch a football game, they felt no qualms about skipping. They were never told that consistent attendance is an important element of belonging to a group.

Remind group members about your next meeting by contacting them through social media or sending a text the day of your gather. Then reach out to group members who don’t attend regularly. Send notes, texts, or e-mails to let them know you missed them at your last gathering. Sure, this may seem overly aggressive to a few group members who don’t like being bothered. More often, however, these notes or phone calls will help people understand that you care about them and enjoy their presence in your group.

Personal Connections

Finally, don’t be afraid to have personal conversations with group members who have trouble attending on a consistent basis. Don’t beat around the bush. Be honest and upfront: “We really enjoy having you in our group, but I’ve noticed you come to only half our gatherings each month. Is there anything we can do to make things more comfortable for you?” You’re not being overly aggressive or pushy by initiating these kinds of conversations. You’re being a leader. You’re also showing your group members that you value their company, and that consistent attendance is an important element for spiritual growth and connection within a community.

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