Do you want new ways to welcome members into your church? Check out these top church membership welcome letter templates and best practices.7 Tips to Write an Engaging Church Welcome Letter. ‍What to include in a church welcome letter. 1. These templates of welcome messages for church visitors. Use them in letters, connection cards, your bulletins and your welcome packets. Below is a sample letter for your hospitality team as they welcome new members to the church. A simple, "If you're new here today, we want to extend to you a special welcome. Say hello and give your name and ask for theirs. Say you are glad they are visiting.