In the digital age, innovative technologies have revolutionized traditional advertising, offering a multitude of platforms to spread your message. One such transformative tool is the Google Grants program, a solution that grants up to $10,000 per month in free advertising credits to eligible not-for-profit organizations, including churches and faith-based institutions.
For those of us in church circles, the past few years have been quite a journey. In 2020, the pandemic challenged us to rethink how we do church, pushing us into innovative ways to reach out, serve, and connect with people. It was tough, but it also sparked new opportunities for growth and creativity.
In today's digital age, technology is crucial for connecting and engaging with our communities, including churches. One exciting tool that has revolutionized outreach efforts is Artificial Intelligence (AI).
When we hear the term "artificial intelligence," what comes to mind? Perhaps you picture sophisticated robots, intricate systems, or smart software. Or, if you’re a film enthusiast, you might think of the world depicted in I, Robot.
Let's explore how AI social media content creation tools can help your church save time and enhance your social media marketing efforts!
The church is at a decline in this post-pandemic era. How can you overcome this emergency in your church?
Church volunteering is slowly decreasing. What can we do to solve the volunteer epidemic?
There are endless opportunities for church marketing, but here are the best of them.
The culmination of the year is a vital time for church giving. Let’s talk about finishing the year strong with a heart of generosity!
Christmas is a time of joy, peace, and hope. How can you reach those who are searching for this hope?
Your community matters. The best way to show them love this holiday season? Serve them well!
Artificial intelligence — yikes! Well, maybe not. Believe it or not, A.I. may be one of the greatest assets to the church.
Fear doesn’t have to be the end. In fact, we can reverse-engineer its power to change the Church forever!
What is the difference between an expert, a novice, or a wannabe when it comes to design?
We all want to engage the next generation of youth. Leveraging social media is the way to do it.
If you don’t innovate, you don’t grow. How can you learn to innovate amid the advancement of technology?
Every church is bound to face its challenges, but yours doesn’t have to be taken out by them. Learn how you can recession-proof your church!
Online fundraising is often overlooked but is essential if you want to see growth in your donorship.
We’ve all got problems… yes, even in church. Let’s talk about the 3 main issues we have in church digital strategy and give some simple solutions.
We see viral content every single day. What if you could be the next viral sensation?
Do you yearn for young families to be a part of your community? There are 3 simple ways to make this dream a reality.
Reaching Generation Z doesn’t have to be rocket science — it’s as simple as reaching them on their phones!
At the end of each year, many leadership and cultural insight gurus will list what to expect during the next year. They will analyze different areas of culture that they believe will be trending to prepare companies, organizations, and even churches for the coming year.
The month of love is here! But are we remembering to show our customers and guests the love, too? Integrating love into your marketing will make an impact with your audience. Here’s how to do it.
There is one man in history who was known for being radical: Jesus of Nazareth. If Jesus were walking the earth today, He would surely be the next viral sensation on social media.
Have you ever watched a movie trailer and thought to yourself, "I need to see that!" Hollywood trailers have been used throughout the cinematic age to grab the attention of moviegoers and give them a little sneak peek into the film's story.
When it comes to church websites, we only get a moment to make a powerful first impression. In this post, you'll find 5 different church websites with great main headlines at the top of the page. Use these to inspire you!
While many churches have reopened their doors after having them closed for 3 months, some of these same churches face the inevitable: the possibility of having to close them again.
Over the past few months, churches all around the world have learned that the old way of church is passing away. The way we operated in our churches pre-COVID is just not a reality anymore as we have gone through this season of online church and continuing restrictions.
Still not sure why video marketing matters to your church? This content style has a ton of benefits for growing your reach and making an impact with your audience.
Why does it matter to track your Instagram metrics? Because if you don’t, you’re gonna miss out on reaching a broader audience and major growth. There are 2 social media metrics you simply NEED to be tracking.
Are you being SMART about setting your business goals? Let’s talk about setting better business goals for maximum impact in 2022.
Mobile apps can be incredibly powerful platforms. But before your church begins building a mobile app, it's important to take a look at the pros and cons of mobile apps for churches.
Trying to have more influence as a nonprofit leader? It’s time to take your expertise to LinkedIn.
LOVE COMBATS FEAR - Telling the Story of Jesus in our Lives on Social MediaOne of the most beautiful verses in the Bible is found in a small letter written by the apostle John. In 1 John 4:18, it says this: “There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear.”
LinkedIn is a vital component of your social media tool belt. Let’s help you enhance your page for maximum reach!
Your vision, your purpose, your “why” should lead you and your actions. The most powerful strategies and the most inspirational leaders lead their organizations to success by leading with “why.”
It is all too easy to get distracted when we have been pulled in so many different directions, both in the real world and in the digital world. These distractions are not just present for the average Joe, but they exist for everyone in your church too.
Finding your tribe – the community that just works – is key to successful and sustainable growth as an organization. Who is your tribe?
Through the power of digital and in-person connections, you can build engagement at your church.
This year, churches all across the globe have made a swift and essential switch to church online. Conducting this monumental change from in-person services to fully digital experiences is a change that has not been easy for anyone. We have all needed to get creative in our methods, media, and manners in which we connect with one another and continue to be a light to our world.
Looking to use your church’s digital presence to meet your fundraising goals? Churches are in a powerful position to influence others online. When it comes to increasing generosity and donations to your church, there are strategies you can use today!
We’ve reached the fifth and final level of engagement - deployment. Just as a soldier gets deployed to serve, when someone puts their faith in Jesus, they are eventually sent on a mission that is much greater than themselves. Find out how to use this level of digital engagement to effect change in the world!
Discipleship in a Digital Age. When we engage online, are we working towards effective discipleship? In an age where the discipling landscape has changed, discipleship and digital engagement go hand in hand.
The Christmas season is one of the greatest seasons of opportunity for the Church to reach people and grow. Find out how to reach people this Christmas and spark growth in your church over the holidays.
There are a ton of successful non-profits out there who are making a huge impact in the world. What are their keys to success?
We find ourselves in a very unique time in the history of the church. Over the past 6 months, the Church has faced and learned to adapt to a new way of church operation. We have shifted from our largely in-person model to a fully online experience and even a mixture of digital and in-person. Wherever your church finds itself on the spectrum of how you operate, the same thing remains true: we are all out of our element in this season.
Church outreach in the last decade definitely looks a lot different than it did in First Century Jerusalem.
The global pandemic of 2020 truly took the world, and especially the United States of America, by storm. The pandemic caused a huge economic collapse, the loss of millions of jobs, it infected and took the lives of thousands, and caused a wave of fear to take over the country. Although there is hope that the pandemic is loosening its grip, the consequences of it will be seen for years to come.
The global pandemic of 2020 truly took the world, and especially the United States of America, by storm. The pandemic caused a huge economic collapse, the loss of millions of jobs, it infected and took the lives of thousands, and caused a wave of fear to take over the country. Although there is hope that the pandemic is loosening its grip, the consequences of it will be seen for years to come.
In this blog, we'll explore seven deadly sins of giving for churches. While they won't kill you, they can make your fundraising more frustrating and limit your church growth.