For:*Individual use*Group trainingIncludes self-assessment and do's and don'ts for various special-needs situations.Whether visiting people in their homes, in the hospital, or in a restaurant over a cup of coffee, the simple act of connecting with others is filled with powerful possibilities. The act of friendship is an inroad to hearts and lives that creates trust, value, and incredible potential for ministry.Serving in Church Visitation helps you to*Be Motivated: How Does the Bible Model the Importance of Visitation?*Be Prepared: What Kind of Person Makes a Good Visitor?*Be Informed: What Kind of Visits Are Possible?*Be Involved: What Kind of Inreach Visits Can Be Made?*Be Equipped: How Should Scripture and Prayer Be Used?Zondervan Practical Ministry Guides provide you with simple, practical insights for serving in today's churches. Written by experienced pastors and church workers, these easy-to-read, to-the-point booklets address the fundamentals of different ministries as practiced effectively in real life. You'll find biblical insight and wise, field-tested advice you can apply today, as well as discussion questions to help you think through and integrate what you read.