- If you are part of a church ministry, Christian campus organization, or similar group, call a meeting and develop a plan.
- Familiarize yourself with any requirements or restrictions for your target area, as some are stricter than others. You shouldn’t need a permit (handing these out is well within your First Amendment rights), but certain areas may require some form of documentation. If you are a registered campus ministry, follow the protocol for your campus.
- Determine the areas with the highest foot traffic and the peak traffic times. (On campus, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. is usually good. In places where people are commuting to/from work, mornings and late afternoons may work best.) If there are multiple people in your group, spread out and cover as much territory as you can.
- Do not alienate or annoy people by blocking sidewalks, interrupting classes or workplaces, or disrupting traffic.
- Give a friendly smile while saying, “Hey, did you get one of these yet?” and offering the booklet. Don’t be afraid to say, “Please read this” as a follow-up. Specifically pray for courage.
- Be ready to engage in conversation if the recipient desires it, but avoid being argumentative.
- Do not attempt to “force” the booklet on anyone who refuses to take it.
- Setting up tables and offering free treats along with the booklet can also be an effective way to reach people, but this often requires permission.
- It is good to include additional information about your group or church, and we encourage it.
- After handing these out, pray for the salvation of everyone who took a booklet, and ask God to multiply its reach.
