This book was written in obedience to the prompting of the Holy Spirit, to be a blessing and a tool that can be used to strive for excellence in all that is done as an act of service in churches and organizations in general. Lanre is passionate about seeing every believer be of a positive impact in our every interaction, which we should see as divine appointments, through which we can sow seeds that will bear God ordained fruit in the lives of those we meet.

The book, Ushering In His Presence, will be of immeasurable value to every reader; it provides insights regarding how the overall well-being of a church, including church growth, can be further enhanced through the faithful service of a Spirit filled ushering/greeter team, volunteers, and all who serve in any capacity, for the expansion of God’s Kingdom and for His glory.

Often corporations provide a product or service with real value for many, yet for some reason, the public largely does not buy it. They might not even be aware of its existence. This is where marketing comes in, and why marketing is crucial for the sustenance and viability of any organization. It’s no wonder then that corporations pay over a million dollars to place their commercials as part of the Super Bowl halftime show. The benefits far outweigh the cost. Simply put, these commercials help these corporations put their best foot forward, as the saying goes, by providing them limited seconds to project their image and products and services in the best possible light. Public relations departments exist within corporations that serve as their face, while simultaneously managing the corporation’s brand.

Churches are no different than corporations in this regard. While I have not encountered a church with a public relations department or ministry, churches also must accurately project who they are to each person who walks through their doors. First this is achieved through the usher ministry (sometimes called greeter, door holder, and other titles today), as these are the first persons to encounter church goers. Then what begins with the usher continues through other church ministry leaders and members.