We are excited that Calvary Baptist Church in Paterson, NJ, is launching its inaugural newsletter! According to Senior Pastor Randall M. Lassiter, “church newsletter is a fantastic tool for fostering community, sharing updates, and uniting members in their shared mission and vision”. With 2025 being the year to grow together as one, this newsletter can play a crucial role in creating a sense of belonging and collaboration.
The newsletter is one of the few ways we will be fostering communication and supporting the church’s vision for unity:

Regular Updates and News: Sharing upcoming events, ministries, and programs helps keep everyone in the loop. When people feel informed, they’re more likely to participate and engage.
Personal Stories and Testimonials: Including personal stories or testimonies from members can inspire others and build connections within the congregation. Highlighting milestones or changes in individual lives (birthdays, baptisms, anniversaries) can also create a sense of shared journey.
Focus on Themes of Unity: Incorporating scripture or messages that emphasize unity, such as passages from 1 Corinthians 12 or Ephesians 4, could help reinforce the theme of “togetherness” as you move into 2025.
Call to Action: Encourage members to actively engage in various church activities or service projects, and invite them to contribute to the newsletter itself—whether through stories, volunteer opportunities, or feedback.
Prayer Requests and Support: Offering a space for prayer requests and celebrating answered prayers can bring the church together spiritually, reinforcing the sense of unity and community.
With effective communication, Calvary Baptist Church will continue to nurture deeper connections among its members, strengthen its collective vision, and truly grow as one. Check out the newsletter here: https://anyflip.com/xdtyw/hilv/
