(If you missed those posts I highly recommend you jump back
and take a look.)
Much of the previous information was for private home
events. But did you know that organizations and businesses also benefit from
hiring snow companies to produce snow scenes on site?
We actually use snow days to help church and school
organizations succeed!
Schools and churches are focused on outreach, community, and
building strong family bonds. We love to be a part of it.
Let’s get started on the subject of Churches and Schools and
how we fit in with these institutions.
Say what??
As we discussed earlier, one of the key elements in creating
an event is finding the right way to announce the important date.
To kick off this
segment, here are a few humorous quotes taken directly from church bulletins.
Please refrain from using the following ways to announce a day of snow at any
church functions.
*Note* All wording is un-edited.
The Fasting &
Prayer Conference includes meals.
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The sermon this morning: 'Jesus Walks on the Water.' The sermon tonight:
'Searching for Jesus.'
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Remember in prayer the many who are sick of our community. Smile at someone who
is hard to
love. Say 'Hell' to someone who doesn't care much about you.
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Miss Charlene Mason sang 'I will not pass this way again,' giving obvious
pleasure to the
congregation.
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For those of you who have children and don't know it, we have a nursery
downstairs.
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Next Thursday there will be tryouts for the choir. They need all the help they
can get.
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Irving Benson and Jessie Carter were married on October 24 in the church. So
ends a friendship
that began in their school days.
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The church will host an evening of fine dining, super entertainment and
gracious hostility.
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Potluck supper Sunday at 5:00 PM - prayer and medication to follow.
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The ladies of the Church have cast off clothing of every kind. They may be seen
in the basement
on Friday afternoon.
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This evening at 7 PM there will be a hymn singing in the park across from the
Church. Bring a
blanket and come prepared to sin.
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Low Self Esteem Support Group will meet Thursday at 7 P.M . Please use the back
door.
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Weight Watchers will meet at 7 PM at the First Presbyterian Church. Please use
large double
door at the side entrance.
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The Associate Minister unveiled the church's new campaign slogan last Sunday:
'I Upped My
Pledge - Up Yours.
Obviously someone forgot to have their work checked for
editing. The congregations may not mind, but I’m sure it left a number of
people rather embarrassed.
But let’s back up for a moment and explain why churches,
schools, and snow go hand-in-hand.
“Churches and schools entertain children. And children love
unusual activities.”
Church and school institutions mainly focus on education.
But they also launch major events throughout the year for members who are
involved with their organization or facility. This is where strategic planning
takes a new turn. And requires a little help from the pros.
Here are ways these facilities plug snow events into their
yearly needs.
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Fundraising events: If you want people to come
to a fundraising event, you have to feed them and entertain them. We provide the
latter. Fundraisers also introduce young people to business and sales.
·
Holiday events: Fall festivals and Christmas
holiday festivals fit easily with snow production. Church and school festivals
need entertainment that is appropriate and fun for all ages—not always easy
to find.
·
Anniversary celebrations: Sledding hills and
play areas keep young people busy and entertained. At mile-marker celebrations,
bigger is always better.
·
Thank you events: Snow parties are the new “pizza
party.” Students work harder when the reward is greater. And it has been proven
that the reward of an experience outweighs the reward of a “thing.”
·
Team building exercises: You may not have your
own ropes course, but a snow company can create a “winter” course. You bring
the challenges, we will do the groundwork.
·
School spirit assemblies: Pep assemblies are
more exciting when you cover the football field in a layer of snow! It’s a
quick way to boost team spirit and energy.
Snow company services aren’t just for private home
entertainment. Snow breaks boundaries and brings a whole new meaning to the
term “snow day.” Especially in areas that don’t experience typical snow cancellations.
It’s flexible, custom entertainment. Churches and schools
entertain children. And children love unusual activities.
Not like that, tell them like THIS
Are you ready for your church or school to get involved?
Before you start talking, let’s go back to our humorous
bulletin bloopers. The examples above are a comical look at mishaps that turned
announcements into humorous antidotes. Let’s edit them into perfection.
Here are some BETTER
ways to announce a big day.
·
“Join the youth this Sunday night as we raise
funds for the summer mission trip. Purchase tickets to our snow play area by
calling…”
·
“Our holiday party this year will feature REAL
SNOW. Invite friends and family to join us for a chilly night of celebration.”
·
“Help celebrate Fall with a snow-packed Fall
Festival this year. Let’s reach out to the community and help them discover the
love of God.”
These announcements are much easier to digest. And quite a
bit more enticing, don’t you think?
Take my advice… call us for your
next event and we will give you a few pointers on pulling of a smooth and
successful day.
We can even share a few stories
we’ve encountered along the way. We kind of do this “stuff” a lot ; )
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