Working Remotely: 4 Basic Skills to Master
While working remotely is a tremendous tool it is not a one-size-fits-all solution and in some cases may do more harm than good. Here's what to consider.
How to Use Audio Livestreaming to Benefit Your Church Community
Podbean provides an audio livestreaming and podcasting platform that is popular worldwide for church communities of all sizes. We’ve seen explosive growth in Podbean Live’s use since its inception last autumn, with a big spike since social isolation measures have furthered the need.
Keep People Engaged Online – What’s the Secret?
One question I keep hearing is “How do we keep people engaged online?” The assumption here is that because we’re all stuck at home—and...
What Are The Best Church Website Keywords For Your Church?
Optimize your website by using church website keywords so people who are searching for a church will find your church out of all the other church websites in your community.
3 Online Church Tools Every Pastor (and Worship Leader) Needs Yesterday
Welcome to the new reality of the online church, online small group and ZOOM video conferences galore. These 3 in-stock items (at the time of this writing!) from Amazon will up your video game immediately.
Drastic Measures Against Viruses – A Cybersecurity Perspective
When this column was written, the latest Ohio (COVID) statistics were 656 dead and 14,694 infected with the Coronavirus. And while these numbers are...
How to Display Lyrics On Your Camera Feeds
Whether your church is running a live stream for viewers at home or in other remote locations, or you have a projection screen in...
These Days We Need Sustainability In Worship and Ministry
I don’t know about you, but the last few weeks have felt like an eternity for me. I’ll be talking with my wife and...
So You Want to Use Zoom Anyway
Most organizations were a bit unprepared for the increased remote work forced on us by the current pandemic. Churches and ministries are communication-focused, and...
Beyond Live Streaming: 3 Fantastic Ways To Broadcast Your Services Beyond Your Sanctuary
Go Beyond Live Streaming and Get Your Message To As Many People As You Can
I have been getting many pastors and church leaders contacting...
Cyber-Crooks Working Overtime With New COVID-19 Scams
Cybercriminals exploiting natural disasters or tragic events is nothing new. We’ve witnessed attackers take full advantage of 9/11 and hurricane Katrina. However, with the...
7 Ways to Use Technology as a Ministry Tool
How to use tech in the service of the church.
Work-From-Home, But Is Home Secure?
Given the COVID-19 pandemic schools have closed their physical doors nationwide and are moving to online assignments. Most churches and businesses have shifted day-to-day...
Zoom or Facetime? Choose Your Video Calling Solution Wisely!
The coronavirus (Covid-19) has many staff working from home, and there are a number of things worth considering as you manage the ‘brand’ of...
Introducing a Pandemic-Proof Way to Share the Gospel
With social distancing and virtual meetings becoming our new normal, the Life in 6 Words app seeks to solve some of your evangelism woes.
Video Conferencing is Convenient… Until…
The recent wave of shelter in place orders has created tremendous demand for work-at-home services, especially video conferencing. Video conferencing has been around for...
ChMeetings Covers 7 Features Needed in Every Church Management Solution
Church leaders must fulfill their role and be always prepared to serve the needs of their members. A good church leadership should be completely...
“My Sermon Notes” Makes Note-taking Digital
As church leaders, we are constantly searching for the most effective way to disciple our congregation. Discipleship is at the core of everything the...
COVID-19 is Changing the Way Believers Connect
When it comes to adoption of new communication technologies, the church has typically been at the forefront. The first book ever printed on Gutenberg’s...
Church Tech Is Vital During Unprecedented Times
These are unprecedented times, and as we watch things unfold around the world on an hour-by-hour basis even words like unprecedented don’t seem to...
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How to Communicate Your Reopening Strategy to the Community
Not only should churches communicate their reopening strategy to their members, but they also need to communicate to the community at large.
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Lee Strobel: Pastor, You Need an Apologetics Point Person
Lee Strobel says, "We have to create safe places in our churches and let people know it’s ok to have questions." But pastors can't—and shouldn't have to—do this important work alone.
