Sense of Taste

👅 What do families taste when they visit your church?

The sense of taste is a unique and powerful way to make families feel welcomed and cared for in a church setting. Sharing food or beverages—whether it’s coffee and pastries on a Sunday morning, a potluck meal, or a special event snack—can create a sense of community, warmth, and hospitality that goes beyond words. For new families, enjoyable and thoughtful tastes can make their first experience memorable and inviting, while for long-time members, it reinforces a sense of belonging and shared tradition. Taste also communicates attention to detail and consideration for different needs, such as offering kid-friendly and allergy-aware options. When planned intentionally, taste helps families feel included, appreciated, and connected to the church family.

Here are a couple question you can begin to ask yourself about how your church values what people TASTE?

• Are there simple refreshments available before or after service?

• In the Kids Area is it Allergy-friendly with kid-friendly snack options? (fruit, goldfish, granola).

• Does your church do meals together regularly? (family potlucks, pancake breakfasts, pizza nights).

We have provided a scorecard to help you see how your church is doing using the sense of taste.

Church_Taste_Scorecard_Fillable.pdf

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