Who This Is For
Churches that are attracting visitors but struggling with:
Weak Onboarding Experiences
Disorganized Follow-up Systems
Outdated Curriculum
Low New Member Retention
First Time Visitors Who Don't Return
No structured new member pathway
The Problem
Many churches are successfully attracting visitors.
But far fewer are successfully retaining them.
Without a structured system for follow-up, communication, and connection, new members drift away before they ever become fully integrated into the life of the church.
The result? Churches invest significant energy in outreach and growth — yet struggle to retain the people God is already sending.
The Challenges
Many Churches Face
Research shows that 30–50% of new church members stop attending within their first year, and 82% of those who leave do so during that first year.
The issue is rarely theology or worship style.
Churches simply lack a clear system for connection, communication, and integration.
That’s exactly what the Membership & Momentum System™ was designed to solve.
A CLEAR AND STRUCTURED NEW
MEMBER INTEGRATION PROCESS
A defined pathway from NEW TO → engaged member
What Changes After
Implementing This System?
Consistent communication and follow-up systems
A CUSTOMIZED
NEW MEMBER
CURRICULUM
Stronger connection with new members during the critical first 90 days
Leadership teams who know exactly how to support new members
Here's What You'll See Happen
In churches where the Member & Momentum System™ has been implemented, leaders have experienced:
Higher engagement amongst new members
Increased participation in ministries and small groups
Stronger onboarding experiences for visitors
Clearer communication between leadership and congregation
More structured and sustainable growth systems
MEMBERSHIP INCREASE
107%
Many clients see great results.
One church we worked with saw significant growth and engagement after strengthening their new member systems and outreach
107% increase in new members within one year after implementing a structured onboarding and communication system.
CHURCH IMPACT
200
NEW MEMBERS
New membership grew from 40 new members in one year to over 200 members in two years.
90%
The church maintained a 90% retention rate, well above the national average
RETENTION RATE
Results like this are possible when churches move from informal processes to intentional systems for connection, communication, and integration.
Meet Your
Consultant
Hi, I'm Fran Reid-Barnes,
I help churches strengthen their systems for welcoming, integrating, and retaining new members.
I have served in church leadership roles including Executive Pastor, and Chief Branding & Communications Officer where I supported ministry growth, leadership hiring processes, and the development of structured systems for church operations and member engagement.
Through my work with churches and ministry teams, I help leaders build intentional onboarding pathways, clear communication systems, and stronger member integration processes.
I am the creator of the Member & Momentum System™, a framework designed to help churches retain and engage new members during the critical first 90 days of membership.
FEATURED EXAMPLE
200
The Solution
Membership & Momentum System™
I install a proven customized 90-Day Member Integration & Communication System designed specifically for your church. This system focuses on the most important window for retention: the first 90 days. By strengthening communication, connection, and follow-up during this time, churches are able to move visitors from attendance to lasting engagement
What's Included
Membership & Momentum System™
I-Audit & Strategy Intensive
90-Minute Leadership Strategy Session
Audit of Current New Member Systems
Identification of Retention Gaps
Custom Strategy Roadmap
III-Communication System Upgrade
Messaging Clarity Framework
New Member Language & Positioning
30-Day Communication Calendar
Announcement & Messaging Templates
II-90-Day New Member Funnel
New Member Administration Map
90-Day Follow-Up Structure
Automated Communication Scripts
Custom Designed Curriculum
BONUS:Implementation Support
2 Implementation Coaching Calls
Staff or Volunteer Training Session
30-Day Post-Launch Review
Premium Package
Membership & Momentum System ™
An 8- week guided consultation where I work directly with your church leadership to design and implement a customized 90-day new member integration and communication system.
This system helps churches:
Close the gap on new member retention
Automate follow-up and communication processes
Update the new member process
Customize the new member curriculum
Create a clear pathway that moves visitors into connected committed members
(See previous panel for what's included)
Investment -$3500- $5000
Payment plans available if needed.
(See full breakdown of deliverables in the “What’s Included” section above.)
Strategy call is $50 and fully credited toward your package if you move forward.
Voice & Vision Experience™
(Add On)
Strengthen your church’s brand, messaging, and communication clarity with this guided consulting add-on.
This includes:
Visual Identity Alignment (logo, colors, voice)
30-Day Content Calendar
Visitor Intake Form & Strategy
Visitor Attraction Guidance: (website & in-person)
Promotional Support
This is for:
Churches that have grown… but their brand hasn’t caught up
Ministries that feel unclear about how to articulate their vision
Leaders who know their message is powerful but inconsistent
Churches whose social media, website, and in-person experience feel disconnected
Investment -$1,500- $2,000
Strategy call is $50 and fully credited toward your package if you move forward.
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
As a pastor, I’ve seen many approaches to new member integration, but this was different. We saw membership intake and retention skyrocket like never before.
Rev. Fran brought a level of clarity and intentionality that helped us move from receiving members to truly growing and connecting them.
What once felt inconsistent is now structured, engaging, and aligned with the vision of our ministry. The impact has been both immediate and lasting.
Rev. WilliE Barnes, jr.
Pastor
Rev. Fran spearheaded and completely transformed what had become a stagnant and nearly inactive program and ministry into something innovative, thriving, and deeply engaging.
The system cultivated a sense of belonging. With over 15 years of ministry experience, she also navigated rough terrain and was great at working with different people and creating roles in the new mem.
Heather ROLLINSON,
YOUNG ADULT LEADER
Rev. Fran, produced one of the most engaging and enjoyable new member experiences I’ve ever encountered.
The follow-up systems, engagement activities, icebreakers, and communication made me feel comfortable getting involved from the start. It was inclusive for all ages and created a welcoming environment for everyone.
Megan brown
new member
This system took a complex process and turned it into a clear and intuitive process for new church members, as well as for team members who served in our ministry.
We received great feedback from members about the orientation and overall experience. Rev. Fran's vibrant energy, creativity, and dedication added to the success of the ministry and made the entire collaboration feel effortless, fun, and authentic.
Freshonda CAMpBELL,
CHIEF ADMINISTRATOR,
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Your strategy call fee is fully credited toward your package if you move forward within 30 days of your call.