The National Association of Free Will Baptists will be meeting in Cincinnati, Ohio in just a few short weeks.

Thousands of Free Will Baptists will flood the city by the river—for the 73rd annual convention. Convention organizers expect a great turnout.

The nafwb.org website has some tips on how you can make a positive impact at this year’s meeting:

Make an Impact
Too often, cities remember Christian conventions for the wrong reasons. As you prepare for this year’s convention, remember the following tips to make this year’s conference experience a positive one for everyone:

On the City
·         Tip the valet (once, either going or coming)
·         Tip your servers (at least 15%, 20% for a large party)
·         Be quiet in your hotel after 10 pm
·         Don’t travel on foot alone after dark; carry limited cash
·         Tip your maid (not expected, always appreciated)

On the Convention
·         Pray for convention speakers
·         Enjoy the exhibits
·         Attend worship services
·         Smile
·         Catch up with old friends
·         Make new friends
·         Attend seminars
·         Cheer on your kids at competition
·         Attend convention business sessions
·         Order CDs of convention speakers for the folks back home
·         Take time to meet a missionary
·         Subscribe to ONE Magazine (at Executive Office Booth)
·         Get to know a national leader
·         Thank someone from the host state; conventions are a lot of work