Creative Hospitality

About this book

A Practical Guide to Hospitality and Entertaining Nancy Van Pelt helps you reach out to others and minister to their needs through warm hospitality by making entertaining easier than ever before. Whether youre planning a cozy dinner for four or a big bash for 40 youll find all the creative ideas and practical suggestions needed to make your occasion extra-special. Menu and Food Presentation Advance Planning and Serving Methods Reaching Out to Coworkers and Neighbors Gracious Serving and Table Decor Easy Entertaining ideas for Guests and Their Children Helping Nonchurch Members Feel at Home Handling Difficult Situations and Accidents How to Keep Events and Conversation Flowing Creating the Perfect Atmosphere with Music and Lighting Introductions and Relating to Guests Impromptu Menus and Quick Fixes for an Unprepared Home Helpful Hints for Buffets Picnic and Fellowship Dinners Includes seminar work sheets for small groups Contents: One Grand Opportunity Biblical Models of Hospitality Hospitality: Keeping Members Hospitality: A Powerful Witness The Hospitality Game Plan Hospitality Plus Creating a Special Atmosphere On Being a Good Guest Shortcuts Quick Fixes Setting Pretty Centerpieces Food Presentation Art Toasts Buffet Entertaining Picture-perfect Picnics Creative Church Potlucks The Prime-time Family Hour