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On-Demand: UU Growth Strategy Review and Integration

by Peter Bowden
Jun 19, 2025

UU Growth Lab members - You may now access our June on-demand training UU Growth Lab June Strategy Review (48 Minutes) in our member area.  This is a review and integrated discussion of the congregational growth strategies we've covered in recent months.   

The replay of our 6/10 Live Zoom Session is also available.   

Below are highlights of what is covered in this session. 



Downloads: 

  • Strategy Session Take-Away Notes PDF
  • Full Training Transcript PDF 
  • Audio MP3 file of this training

An Overview of UU Growth Lab strategies supporting Digital Welcome, Connection, and Membership Development 

This session offers an integrated view of the core growth strategies we’ve explored through the UU Growth Lab. Whether you’re new to this work or have been following along all year, this overview is designed to accelerate your understanding, help you identify key opportunities, and empower you to take the next step toward deeper welcome and sustained growth.

We review foundational strategies including:

  • Building a digital path to membership

  • Using video to extend your welcome beyond Sunday

  • Making it easy for people to connect and RSVP

  • Offering meaningful newcomer group experiences

  • Avoiding common gaps that block belonging

  • Creating intentional invitations to deepen connection

  • Understanding newcomer psychology and behavior 

This is a synthesis and springboard to help you prepare for the year ahead, as well as take advantage of the training material and resources here in our UU Growth Lab member site!

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