It's just a good idea. Fully clothed greeters at the front doors of your church is more than helpful. And, of course, that's not exactly what I'm talking about here.
People will show up dressed. The question is will they be dressed for your guests? And how will they know how to dress unless you tell them? No rocket science here. But someone needs to communicate the expectations, whatever they are.
Years ago before jeans became the new business casual, we expected all our guest services volunteers to avoid denim and dress "professionally". We've really relaxed that expectation in recent years, but we still expect our team members to...
- look in the mirror before they leave the house. Messed hair and crusty eyes are not welcoming.
- leave the Bud Lite t-shirt at home for mowing. Not helpful at the front door.
- dress modestly. We want people turned on to Jesus, if you know what I mean.
- be themselves. Use an iron if the shirt calls for it, or don't if it doesn't.
