Outreach Events for Churches
A PROGRAM YOUR TEAM CAN RUN WITH
Designed to entertain. Built to reach people.
At its core, an Outreach Event is an act of evangelism. It’s delivered through a carefully crafted evening of illusion, wonder, and an illustrated Gospel presentation that holds the attention of every age in the room.
For many people in your community, an evening like this is simply easier to say yes to because the format feels genuinely entertaining. No prior church experience is required. It meets them exactly where they are.
Eric has spent decades refining this format for exactly that purpose. The illusions create wonder. The wonder creates openness. And the message is woven naturally into the evening.
And at the end of a night full of illusions, your neighbors go home having experienced something real… an encounter with the Lord.
“ A community night that lets your church say to its neighbors: we’re glad you’re here, and we mean it. “
What to Expect
One night. A door that stays open.
An Outreach Event is a one-evening community experience your church hosts – on your property or somewhere familiar in your neighborhood. It’s family-friendly, genuinely entertaining, and designed from the ground up to be the kind of night people talk about afterward.
Using the art of illusion as a doorway, Eric captures the imagination of every age group in the room. But the illusions are never the point. They are the vehicle. Every moment points toward something true, something lasting – something that makes your neighbors feel seen, welcomed, and curious about what your church is really like.
Guests who came for a fun night out leave having experienced your community at its best. And that changes the conversation the next time an invitation comes their way.
About Eric Reamer
Built for the mission. Not just the moment.
I’ve spent years working alongside pastors who carry a genuine burden for the people just outside their doors. They’re not looking for a celebrity or a sideshow – they need a partner who understands what’s at stake and takes that seriously.
I don’t take lightly what it means for a church to invite its community into something. An Outreach Event isn’t just entertainment. It’s an act of hospitality. It’s your congregation saying to your neighbors: we see you, we like you, and we’d love for you to know us.
I’ve shaped this program specifically around that mission – something that works whether you’re hosting fifty people in a fellowship hall or five hundred on a church lawn. My goal, always, is to leave your church stronger and your community a little more open than I found it.
How we make it happen
1. A Brief Conversation
We start with a phone or email conversation – no pressure, no pitch. I want to understand your vision, your church, your neighborhood, and what you’re hoping this event does for your community. That shapes everything.
2. We Find the Right Date
Outreach Events work year-round, so we find a date that fits your church calendar and gives your team enough runway to invite well. I’ll check availability and we’ll lock it in together.
3. We Invite the Neighborhood
You promote the evening as a gift to the families in your community – something genuinely fun and free. Your team shows up and does what you do best: making people feel at home. I’ll take care of everything on the stage.
4. A Night They Will Remember
Families arrive. Kids are wide-eyed. Parents relax. The message lands – woven naturally into an evening of wonder and laughter. And guests who almost didn’t come leave glad they did, and more open to what comes next.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this work for churches of any size?
Yes – and that’s by design. Whether you’re expecting fifty people or two thousand, the program scales to fit your space and your crowd. The experience feels just as personal in a fellowship hall as it does in a large auditorium. If you’re unsure whether your situation is a good fit, that’s exactly what our first conversation is for.
How long is the program?
The evening typically runs about 90 minutes, including time for your team to welcome guests. It’s designed to be substantial enough to be genuinely memorable, but short enough that families with young children can make it a real night out without it feeling like an endurance event.
Does Eric do an altar call or a gospel presentation?
The message is woven naturally into the evening rather than delivered as a separate segment at the end. The goal is for the gospel message to develop throughout the program. How explicitly that’s framed is something we discuss together, and Eric is always guided by what serves your church and your community best.
What are the A/V and sound requirements?
Most chrches have more than sufficient A/V and the technicians who know how to run it. Eric can also travel with his own equipment if necessary. Basic sound reinforcement and a clear performance area are typically all that’s needed. Every venue is a little different, so Eric will walk through the specifics with you well in advance to make sure the night runs smoothly.
How do we promote this to people outside our congregation?
That’s one of the most important questions you can ask, and Eric will help you think through it. The most effective outreach events succeed because congregation members personally invite their neighbors, coworkers, and friends – not just because of a flyer or a Facebook post. Eric provides guidance on promotion as part of the planning process, so your team feels confident and equipped well before the night arrives.
How far in advance should we book?
Six to eight weeks is our typical recommendation.That’s often what it takes to promote the evening well and give your congregation enough time to invite their friends thoughtfully. That said, dates go quickly, so if you have a season in mind, it’s worth reaching out sooner rather than later.
Let’s Connect
Is this the right fit
for your church?
If you have a heart for your community and you’re looking for a way to open a door that’s genuinely hard to open – I’d love to have a conversation. I’ll be honest with you about whether this is a good fit, and what it could look like for your specific context. No obligation, just a conversation.
“ A great evening together has a way of making the next invitation much easier to give – and much easier to accept. “