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Ready to become social media savvy? Watch this video for unlimited social media tutorials covering everything you need to know! What's your biggest social media challenge? Let's conquer it together!
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Discover the importance of Social Media Accessibility and quick tips to make your content inclusive to all people.
ACCESSIBILITY GUIDE: https://digivangelism.org/resourceguide/
ACCESSIBILITY WEBINAR: https://hub.digivangelism.org/what-you-need-to-know-about-digital-accessibility/
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Discover the importance of Website Accessibility and quick tips to make your site inclusive to everyone. ACCESSIBILITY GUIDE: https://digivangelism.org/resourceguide/
ACCESSIBILITY WEBINAR: https://hub.digivangelism.org/what-you-need-to-know-about-digital-accessibility/#WebsiteAccessibility #InclusiveWebDesign #DigitalInclusivity#accessibility
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Is there really NO "best time" to post on social media? Why would Digivangelism suggest such a wild concept. What else can you focus on with your social media content creation? This video has it all!
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What is the best time to post on social media? And if there is no universal "best time," what makes one time better than another? Many of you have asked about posting times, so let's dive on in.#socialmediachurch #digitalministry #churchcommunications #socialmediahack #churchtech
Is it enough just to have a Church Facebook Page? We would say NO. Here are some tips to make sure your church's facebook page is ready for all of the new eyes that are about to come across it!#socialmediachurch #churchcommunications #pastorlife #churchlife
Is Facebook even worth our time anymore?If you are a faith community or non profit, we would say YES.Here are some ways to use your Facebook Page, whether or not you have the capacity to regularly produce content for it.
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Can you have a church brand? What does that even look like?? Sammy shares the ONE THING she wishes churches knew about branding in the start of our new ONE THING series.
DIY Digital Communications Review Course: https://digivangelism.org/diydcrcourse/
MISSION: Digivangelism exists to help progressive leaders of spiritual communities share hope, healing, and light online. 💜 📲
Our faith isn't just about well wishes and prayers - our faith is also about taking appropriate ACTION. How can you congregation take ACTION on the many issues you are so passionate about? How can your congregation take ACTION getting the word out online?
We've got some answers to get you started!
Video: Turn FAITH into ⚡ ACTION ⚡ this Lent: Congregation Version - YouTube
Blog: Turn Faith Into Action this Lent and Beyond – Congregation Version – Digivangelism
Lent isn't just for giving up chocolate and praying more. How can you turn your faith into action this Lent in your community? Yes, even in covid-safe ways! Dive into some time-focused actions you can take, monetary actions, and ways to encourage your people to jump in too.
Lent + Holy Week Social Media Image Pack: https://digivangelism.org/shop/lent-h...
Video: Ideas 💡 for Lent: Turn FAITH into ACTION in Your Community - YouTube
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Transcript: https://www.digivangelism.org/turn-fa...
Fresh out of new ways to caption your social media posts? Your people need to hear from you REGULARLY during Lent - don't let your posts fall into a caption pattern. Add some of these ideas to keep your content mixed up and engaging to all.
Lent + Holy Week Social Media Image Pack: https://digivangelism.org/shop/lent-h...
Video: 17 Ways to CAPTION Lent Social Media Posts in 2021 - YouTube
Transcript: https://digivangelism.org/17-ways-to-...
Thinking about trying Stations of the Cross Online this year? You may have more options than you realize!
Lent + Holy Week Image Pack: https://digivangelism.org/shop/
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Lent + Holy Week Social Media Image Pack: https://digivangelism.org/shop/
Are you wondering how to handle Lent, Holy Week, and Easter in 2021? Need some ideas or suggestions for what else you could possibly do online?
Look no further! In this video we'll spark your mind with some easy last-minute Lent, Holy Week, and Easter ideas you can start implementing TODAY.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybq2v73V7dI&t=46s
Blog: https://digivangelism.org/online-lent-holy-week-ideas-in-2021/
Have you considered pivoting your ministry in some way throughout this pandemic? Are you finding less and less interaction online? Check out what Rev. Natalie and The Circuit experienced when they pivoted to TikTok Live worship. Many thanks to Rev. Natalie and the team for sharing their story and for refusing to give up the journey of what it means for their ministry to Be Church Online.
Ministry: www.thecircuitonline.org
TikTok: @revnat.thecircuit
Video Version: Can TIKTOK WORSHIP Work? - REAL LIFE Ministry Example - YouTube
Transcript: Real Life Ministry: Can TikTok Worship Work? – Digivangelism
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Looking for Ash Wednesday ideas that work well for a 2021 Lenten Journey like no other? These COVID-19 safe ideas may work for you, but they also may spark dozens of others. Ash Wednesday is coming soon - today's the day to dive right in!
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What exactly is Clubhouse? Is it just a passing social media fad or a new way of communicating? Why do you need to pay attention to it as a church leader?
JUMP TO WHY YOU NEED TO PAY ATTENTION: 08:20
Video: CLUBHOUSE: Why You Need to Pay Attention - YouTube
Transcript: https://digivangelism.org/clubhouse-why-you-need-to-pay-attention/
Facebook is one thing but Facebook Insights are quite another. Do you know they're important but not sure how to interpret them? Are you overwhelmed by the thought of even looking at them? In this video we break down the Basics for Facebook Insights for Churches and how you can use them to work for you and your community.
Video: FACEBOOK INSIGHTS 101 FOR CHURCHES | How to Manage Your Metrics in Facebook Analytics - YouTube
Transcript: How to Manage your Metrics in Facebook Insights – Digivangelism
Looking for a heads up on how to best approach digital ministry in 2021? Not sure what you should be doing differently?
This episode will walk you through what you need to know for your digital ministry throughout this NEW year we find ourselves in.
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Wondering how you can make Instagram Reels work for your Church? Not sure what Instagram Reels is in the first place? This Ultimate Guide explains what Instagram Reels is, best practices for using Instagram Reels, and how you might be able to use it for your church community.
Video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=96bE0zKnmZc&ab_channel=Digivangelism&fbclid=IwAR3OIdsTjP51e8MZ3SBll8W70Kdh5T8SUpqVlMYWkrXdKZoualLeaG_5MBE
Text version: https://digivangelism.org/the-ultimate-guide-for-church-instagram-reels/?fbclid=IwAR3Djxo1OuX62fbrDt-XhuAg9TpO7mO2NYmCOL55Jl7Ckqgag17DtedD5yI
BOOK WAIT LIST & FIRST LOOK: https://mailchi.mp/499bd6d07ee6/progr...
Do you feel like you have unique needs as a progressive church? Is your church digital ministry something you need to work on in 2021?
This video will share 4 digital ministry tips that you may not have even thought of utilizing for your progressive church.
Transcript: https://digivangelism.org/4-digital-m...
Ready to move into a NEW year? Need to reset your brain after this loooong 2020?
This video contains 5 out of 10 of the BEST Church Practices we're encouraging you to embrace in 2021.
Video: https://youtu.be/Sh6jlS9L5Io
Transcript: https://digivangelism.org/church-practices-to-embrace-in-2021-part-2/
Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VXmB8_rVqc&t=25s
Ready to move into a NEW year? Need to reset your brain after this loooong 2020? This episode contains 5 out of 10 of the BEST Church Practices we're encouraging you to embrace in 2021! Let's get started.
Video Version: The Best Church Practices to Embrace in 2021! [Part 1] - YouTube
Transcript: Church Practices to Embrace in 2021 (Part 1) – Digivangelism
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Feelin' that Christmas Crunch?? Or maybe a bit of COVID-crushed...? Either way, these ideas will give you practical options you can lean into with the final 2 weeks until Christmas is upon us at last.
Transcript: https://digivangelism.org/covid-chris...
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOM8g-Y4skE&ab_channel=Digivangelism
Advent + Christmas Social Media Image Pack: https://digivangelism.org/shop/advent...
Are you still taking part in any of these trends? Leave them behind now! Take a step toward more effective digital ministry in 2021 by leaving these trends behind today.
Advent + Christmas Social Media Image Pack: https://digivangelism.org/shop/
Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WSBlMu-dXrs&ab_channel=Digivangelism
With all that is going on in the world, have you figured out how to foster safe spaces for your people to grieve, process, and reflect with others?
These safe spaces will be essential this Thanksgiving and beyond. This video offers some best practices for fostering these spaces despite many churches being fully online once again.
Transcript: https://digivangelism.org/how-to-fost...
Not sure if you are making the best of your social media profiles? Hoping to reach MORE people with the love of Jesus online?
This episode is for you!
Advent + Christmas Social Media Image Pack: https://digivangelism.org/shop/
Not sure what SEO is but pretty sure it's important for your church site? Ready to make sure your church site reaches as many people as possible with your message? This episode is for you.
Transcript: https://digivangelism.org/7-seo-tips-...
Are you wondering how to handle Advent & Christmas in 2020? Need some ideas or suggestions? Look no further!
Churches need to own real estate online. But what does that mean?
It's means churches need their own website. Why? How? Listen in to find out!
Transcript: https://digivangelism.org/why-churche...
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EE2eqY0Jo0o
Does your church have an online giving option yet? If not, are you considering adding an online giving option for your church? This podcast will equip you with where to start with online giving so your people have a simple and secure manner to give their tithes and offerings without leaving the comfort of their home.
Transcript: https://digivangelism.org/how-to-start-electronic-tithing/
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YzcipfYZvy4&t=1s
Not sure if your church is on track with its Digital Ministry strategy? Check this video for guidance so you don't make this mistake too.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_4eDiwtt3s
Transcript: https://digivangelism.org/your-churchs-biggest-digital-ministry-downfall/
Thinking about redoing your church website? Watch this video first to make sure you aren't making one of these 6.... 1/2 mistakes!
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQST6Z_eXhw
Transcript: https://digivangelism.org/6-1-2-website-mistakes-nobody-should-make/
What are hashtags? How do you use them for ministry? And why would you want to? Dive into all of this and more in today's video/blog post/podcast episode!
Transcript: https://digivangelism.org/insta-hashtags-for-churches-why-you-need-them-how-to-use-them/
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jH9DWjW9fQ&t=1s
Unfortunately, many churches come across as less welcoming than they would like to be. Follow these practices and your guests will feel welcomed, valued, and seen even before they step foot in your building!
Transcript: https://digivangelism.org/how-to-make-guest-feel-more-welcome-before-they-arrive/
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAxdEzqIZ04&feature=youtu.be
Considering hopping on TikTok as a church or church leader?
Check out this basic guide of tips and tricks to keep in mind. TikTok is like nothing we've ever seen before! Treat it accordingly.
YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZUVE5-cghPo
Transcript: https://digivangelism.org/tiktok-101-for-churches/
Put your preacher's hard work to use throughout the week - not just on Sundays!
Text version: https://digivangelism.org/5-ways-to-repurpose-your-preachers-sermons/
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTOzPoCNZMg
A step by step walk through of how to set up a church Facebook Page with NEW FACEBOOK.
Text version: https://digivangelism.org/how-to-set-up-a-church-facebook-page-with-new-facebook/
Video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fm1EpfPpuqU
This one is for all the unicorns out there who have photos of their people, but aren't sure how to use them.
Text version: https://digivangelism.org/7-ways-to-s...
Video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=on0aMYzRJOc&t=4s
Special thanks to the many churches that made this video possible! We appreciate your willingness to share your good work with others and are grateful for your digital ministry. :)
00:33 Why we made this video
02:11 What makes this video special
04:12 Method #1 Tryon Presbyterian
05:57 Method #2 St. Stephen's Episcopal
07:09 Method #3 Christ Church Cathedral
08:48 Method #4 Little Farms UCC
10:39 Method #5 St. Stephen's Episcopal
13:10 Method #6 Center Church of South Hadley
14:38 Method #7 St. Peter's Chelsea
16:30 BONUS METHOD
Not sure how to "Get Started" with Digital Ministry?!
It doesn't have to be rocket science! 🚀
In this episode, we break down exactly where you need to focus your energy at the beginning of your digital ministry journey and how to best do so.
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