Most people checking out your church will view you on social before they visit you in a service. The problem is that most of us set up our social platforms a while ago and haven’t revisited the header content in years. Which means it is probably outdated. I recently...
Church Communication
6 Tips for Growing Your Church with Digital Marketing
Churches have discovered the power of digital marketing. Many ask, “How do we grow our church ministries online authentically and effectively?” You can expand your reach and foster meaningful connections by focusing on branding and communication strategy. Here are 6...
Supercharge Your Church Communication Strategy Through the Power of Church Videos
In today's digital age, effective communication is essential for any organization, including the church. As we look ahead to the year ahead and beyond, it's clear that incorporating church videos into your communication strategy is an absolute must. Videos have become...
24 Quick Year-end Church Communication Tips for 2024
The end of the year is your chance to shine as a church and prepare for the future. These tips will help your church be known for clear, strategic communication as you close out 2024 (and anticipate 2025)! Internal Church Communication Tips 1. Thank Your Team: Send...
Do You Speak “Guest”? Learning to Speak Community Lingo
When people walk through your church doors for the first time, they’re often seeking connection, spiritual help, or a place to belong and thrive. But even the most welcoming worship centers can unintentionally alienate guests if your communication is filled with...
Day Three of CFX 2024!
This year's Church Facilities Expo draws to a close today in Chattanooga, TN, but if you can make it in, you should. Conference sessions covering a wide variety of topics in the areas of Leadership, Tech Arts, Security, Facility Management, and Church Building will be...
Day Two of CFX 2024
Today is the first full day of Church Facilities Expo 2024 in Chattanooga, TN. Attendees can register on-site from 7:00 - 3:00. Attendees can register for just the Expo, or for any of the 4 conferences. Anyone registering for a conference will also gain admission to...
10 Secrets To A Successful Social Media Presence
In today's digital age, social media has become an invaluable tool for churches to connect with their congregation, engage with the wider community and spread their message of faith. With millions of people actively using platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,...
Community Stewardship During Natural Disasters
Our country has an unparalleled diverse geography and natural beauty for all to cherish living in. Thousands of miles of coasts, sweeping plains, mountain ranges, lakes: the rest of this article could be spent listing the United States’ various geological terrains and...
Effective Church Marketing: Reach More People in Your City (8 Ways)
As a church leader, your ultimate goals are reaching your community with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and keeping your congregation happy as you build ministry discipleship. Church marketing is essential for your growth though. So, focus externally on your community to...
Effective Strategies to Re-Engage Your Community this Fall
As summer winds down, a new school year approaches, and people settle back into their routines, it’s time to re-engage with your congregation and revitalize the energy in your church. This transitional period offers a unique opportunity for pastors and church teams to...
Opening a Digital Doorway to Faith – Does Your Church Website Empower or Hinder Your Ministry?
Today, over 80% of church leaders say their website is their primary method of attracting new members. With 33% of church attendees discovering their church online, it’s increasingly essential for churches to maintain an up-to-date website that clearly communicates...
Why Don’t Leaders Preach Church Safety and Security from the Pulpit?
As a father and a Christian, I’ve often thought it would be invaluable for senior leaders at my church to preach about social media safety to teenagers or situational awareness to kids heading off to college. However, like many of you, I’ve never heard these important...
5 Communication Skills Every Church Leader Must Practice
Effective communication is essential for church leaders and pastors to inspire, guide, and connect with their congregation. Mastering these skills not only strengthens relationships but also enhances the church's brand, mission, and outreach. Here are five...
Overcoming the Summer Slump: Flexibility is Key for Year-Round Church Financial Health
Each summer, churches encounter the well-known "Summer Slump," a seasonal downturn in attendance that, coupled with a broader decline in church attendance—especially among individuals under 30—adds to the financial uncertainty faced by many congregations. This trend...
Navigating Change in Your Church (Communication Strategies That Work)
Change is an inevitable part of life (our one constant), and this is especially true within the dynamic environment of the church. Whether it's a shift in leadership, a new ministry initiative, or adjustments in worship style, effectively communicating these changes...
How to Stretch Your Church Communication Budget (4 Tips)
Unless you have unlimited church resources, you’ll need to stretch your church communication budget to get as much done for a small amount of expenditure. Certainly, at times during the year, you’ll have to stretch every communication dollar. There’s so much to do,...
3 Things You Didn’t Know a Church Website Could Do
There are many beneficial ways to use your church website if it’s built properly: event calendar, staff information, church and ministry information, and collecting offerings. But here are 3 things you didn’t know a church website could do for your ministry: Collect...
How Houses of Worship Can Expand Reach and Simplify Operations with Display Technologies
By Daniel Wheeler, DSCE Senior Hospitality Account Manager LG Business Solutions Houses of worship have long embraced technology to help deliver their messages to congregants, from audio amplification systems and projectors to overflow room TVs and, more recently,...
Burnout Self-Care for the Church Communicator (Easter & Beyond)
At Easter, or during any overwhelming church season, a church communicator (or Pastor) needs to be mindful of burnout self-care. Here are some self-care strategies so you can protect yourself from burnout: Prepare with Adequate Expectations: Church communicators often...
Easter Service Planning Tips
These 4 tips may relieve some frustration for both the creatives and the production-minded people on your team
