5 Ideas for Keeping Your Church Engaged during COVID-19
Release Date: 08/27/2020
Church Planting in a COVID-19 World
Modern Church Leader
Church planting can be difficult even when times are good, but what is a church planter to do when faced with rolling lockdowns and increased health regulations due to a global pandemic? On this episode of Modern Church Leader, Mike McCrary, director of the Church Multiplication Network of the Assemblies of God, sits down with Frank Barry to talk about challenges and opportunities for church planters in today’s world—and how technology is helping new churches fulfill the Great Commission.
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How the Right Marketing Can Enhance Discipleship
Modern Church Leader
Justin Nava is a lead consultant for Mr. Church Marketer, and Tim Steele is the lead discipleship pastor at Crosswaves Church (and he’s also Justin’s pastor). Justin’s passion is helping churches craft their messaging, and Tim’s heart beats to make disciples. Together, they join Frank for this episode of Modern Church Leader to talk about all the ways the right church marketing approach can be an important part of fulfilling the Great Commission.
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A Preview of What's Coming Next to Tithe.ly
Modern Church Leader
On this special episode of Modern Church Leader, Tithe.ly's very own Dean Sweetman, CEO, and Frank Barry, COO, offer a sneak peek into what Tithe.ly plans on launching at their quarterly NEXT event, two weeks from today (March 30, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. PDT). Hear the heart behind Tithe.ly’s mission to provide all the tools needed to run your church, and discover how the power of technology can be harnessed for the kingdom of God.
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Lessons from One Year of Church in a Pandemic
Modern Church Leader
On this episode, Christian Ray Flores, co-founder of Third Drive and leader of Tribe Church, returns to Modern Church Leader. He and Frank talk about how the church and ministry worlds have changed in the past year. They talk about lessons learned, wins and losses, and where we go from here.
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Elevate Your Ministry's Impact with Creative Design & Brand
Modern Church Leader
What we see influences how we feel, what we hear, and how we respond to others. Esther Ellmore, creative director for C3 Los Angeles, is Frank’s guest for this episode of Modern Church Leader. She talks about all things design, explains how the beauty that surrounds us shapes our experiences, and offers a few tips for church leaders wondering where to start.
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Social Media Strategies for Small Churches
Modern Church Leader
What if Facebook, Twitter, or TikTok could help you make disciples for Christ? In this episode of Modern Church Leader, Dr. Malachi O’Brien, local pastor and former vice president of the Southern Baptist Convention, joins Frank to talk about all things social media. If your church doesn’t yet have an effective strategy for reaching people in their newsfeed, you need to tune in to this episode! Learn how to have an impact on your community and the world, no matter how small your church. Discover what gets people to stop scrolling—and what doesn’t. Be encouraged to rethink the...
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Church Branding Made Simple
Modern Church Leader
What comes to your mind when you think of church branding? On this episode of Modern Church Leader, church brand strategist Mark MacDonald joins Frank to share some best practices for church branding. Learn what mistakes to avoid, where to focus your energy, and how to build brand awareness for your ministry without selling out. Discover how to build an effective marketing strategy for your church. Learn why church branding matters to those you hope to reach. Find practical tips to keep your branding approach simple and clean.
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Keeping Your Church Connected in a Virtual World
Modern Church Leader
On this episode of Modern Church Leader, Darius McDonald and Erin Shulhan of The Summit Church in Edmonton, Alberta, join Frank to discuss the challenges of keeping a mid-size church together and growing when COVID-19 restrictions only allow you to operate at 15% capacity. Plus, Darius and Erin will share how to make the most out of your church's app. Learn how to keep everyone in your church connected, even when you can’t be together.
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Building a Volunteer Movement in Your Church
Modern Church Leader
Joining Frank for this episode of Modern Church Leader is Jeff Martin, an executive director with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the author of "Empower: The 4 Keys to Unlocking a Volunteer Movement." Watch as they discuss the amazing things that happen when volunteers are given ownership over their area of ministry. You can pre-order a copy of Jeff's book at empoweryourvolunteers.com
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Church Communication Strategies for Any Size Church
Modern Church Leader
On today’s episode of Modern Church Leader, communications director for North Central Church, Mim Jordano, joins Frank to discuss the amazing and affordable communications technology now available to churches of every size. Great-looking and customizable church apps are no longer just for megachurches. Learn how to unlock today's powerful discipleship and communication possibilities to make sure everyone in your congregation is in the know.
info_outlineAre you looking to keep your church actively engaged online during the COVID-19 pandemic?
On today’s episode of Modern Church Leader Tithe.ly’s COO, Frank Barry and Lee Thompson, Lead Church Administrator talk about what Christ Lutheran Church in Georgetown, TX has learned about doing church online along with five things they've done to keep their congregation engaged for over 6 months.