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Together: Church in a Digital Age
The way we engage with others is changing, thanks in part to the COVID-19 global pandemic. In many cases, emails have replaced handwritten notes. Text messages have become more common. In our homes, we have moved from VHS tapes to DVDs and now streaming services. During the pandemic, we moved from in-person worship to connecting digitally through online worship. Many churches have moved away from collection baskets to different forms of online giving. To remain relevant as a Church, we must engage people in ways that are convenient. Tell us how your church is adapting to the digital age by clicking here.
Creating an App for Your Church
- In our modern digital age, smartphones are nearly ubiquitous. Harnessing the power of a church app can markedly enhance communication, engagement, and the overall experience for both longstanding congregation members and those just joining the community. Using an app tailored for churches proves to be an indispensable instrument for rejuvenating and expanding the influence of religious institutions in this tech-savvy era. Discover how a mobile app tailored for phones and tablets can become a highly effective asset for your church.
Understanding Electronic Giving for Your Church
- Adapting to change, especially in church finances, can be challenging. However, with the growth of technology, we can better connect with our members and the community where they are. Click on the link below to see the interactive guide.
Don’t discontinue online worship services
- In the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, churches were forced to shift from in-person worship services to online. These streaming services allowed people to stay connected and opened the door for new people all over the world to join, regardless of their time zone. Now that the global pandemic is officially over, some churches are considering abandoning their digital and streaming services. But there’s seven reasons why this isn’t a good idea.
Phygital engagement 101- For the church to be relevant to digital natives, we must engage them in ways they find attractive and convenient. In doing so, we will be following an ancient tradition that Jesus modeled for us. To follow the example of going where the people have gathered, a new engagement strategy is required where physical and digital engagement is intentionally weaved together. Learn what it means to go "phygital" and how your church can create more digital interactions with the community.