On the very first Easter, Jesus appeared to Mary Magdalene at the empty tomb and asked her, “Who is it you’re looking for?” (John 20:15)—not because He didn’t know but because He wanted her to see that He was the answer. Two thousand years later, Jesus is still the One everyone is searching for—and He gives us the privilege of inviting others to encounter Him.

Easter at Gateway Church is a place where everyone is welcome to come just as they are to encounter Jesus. Whether someone grew up in church, hasn’t been in years, or has never stepped inside, Easter is the perfect opportunity to invite family and friends to join you! But sometimes, we hesitate to extend the invitation. For some reason, our hearts race and our stomachs flutter at the thought of calling someone to invite them to church.

Sometimes the unknowns of what to say or how they’ll respond keep us from reaching out. While we can never guarantee how your loved ones will respond, we’ve tried to eliminate your first obstacle by creating a list of suggestions, so you can feel more confident when you invite them to attend with you this Easter!