How to Promote

M – Mobilize Your Church Through Prayer Start with prayer as the foundation of your campaign. Use the September Prayer Emphasis guide to lead your congregation in focused intercession for Louisiana missions. Create prayer stations representing different ministries supported by the offering. Host a prayer walk through your community, asking God to reveal the mission field in your own backyard. Remember: the spiritual awakening we seek in Louisiana begins with our own earnest prayers.

I – Involve Everyone in Setting Goals 

Create a diverse team to establish your church’s offering goal. Include representatives from different age groups and ministry areas. When more people participate in goal-setting, commitment levels rise. Encourage Sunday School classes and small groups to set their own goals that contribute to the church-wide total. Consider creating friendly competitions between groups while keeping the focus on the mission impact.

S – Share the Stories 

People give to causes, not organizations. Use the videos, testimonials, and materials to show how the Georgia Barnette Offering transforms lives across Louisiana. Invite a church planter, disaster relief volunteer, or campus minister to share a firsthand account during services. Create a “Louisiana Mission Moment” in each service leading up to your emphasis Sunday. Personal stories create emotional connections that inspire generosity.

S – Showcase the Vision Visually 

Make the campaign visible throughout your church facilities. Create an engaging display in a high-traffic area showing the mission work supported by the offering. Use maps, photographs, and progress thermometers. Leverage your church’s digital platforms—website, social media, email newsletters—to extend the campaign’s reach. Show the videos during services and share them online. Visual elements reinforce the message and increase participation.

I – Integrate with Your Church’s Culture 

Customize the campaign to reflect your unique church personality. If your church loves food events, host a Louisiana-themed meal to kick off the offering. If your congregation responds to challenges, create a church-wide “Louisiana Mission Challenge.” Develop a digital campaign with daily impact stories. When the approach aligns with your church culture, engagement increases naturally.

O – Offer Opportunities to Participate Beyond Giving 

The Georgia Barnette Offering isn’t just about financial generosity—it’s about hands-on mission engagement. Research which supported ministries are near your church and organize visits or service projects. Partner with a church plant for a joint outreach event. Send teams to help with Disaster Relief training. When people personally connect with the mission work, their giving becomes more meaningful.

N – Nurture a Culture of Celebration 

Celebrate every victory throughout the campaign. Announce progress updates during services and on social media. When you reach milestones, acknowledge them with enthusiasm. When the campaign concludes, host a special celebration highlighting the eternal impact of your church’s generosity. Share testimonies of how participating in the offering has blessed your own congregation. Celebration reinforces the joy of participating in God’s mission in Louisiana.