Improving Our Skills in the Ministry​—Witnessing by Video Call

WHY IMPORTANT: Witnessing via video calls is an important way to “bear thorough witness to the good news.” (Ac 20:24)a It enables us to witness to someone when circumstances do not allow us to visit him in person.

HOW TO DO IT:

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  Prepare. Choose an appropriate topic. Then make an outline of what you wish to say. You might also prepare a short video message that explains the purpose of your call in case the person is not on-line. It is helpful to sit at a table with the outline and other materials you will need, such as an electronic device open to JW Library Sign Language^® or jw.org/ins^®

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  Relax. Talk naturally, but if the connection speed is slow, you could sign slower and use bigger signs. Smile. If you witness with an other publisher, your partner can be helpful by watching the discussion and if a question emerges, he can help you find the answer.

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  Lay the groundwork for a return visit. If the person shows interest, you could leave a question to answer on the next video call. You might also offer to send a hyperlink to a specific sign language video. When appropriate, tell the person about an item on our website.