Phil Bowdel, Creative Arts Pastor at West Ridge Church in Atlanta, GA. shares great insight on how to use Instagram for your church with Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy. Listen to the full podcast on iTunes or hit the play…
Most churches are better at planning than at promoting. The weight of our focus and attention goes into creating the event, rather than inviting people to be a part. The issue is, effectively communicating with our congregation and community takes……
Key findings from the 2016 State of the Plate survey: 59% of churches surveyed reported flat-lined or decreased giving over the period 2015 to 2016. (A previous survey from 2013 revealed 53% of churches had an increase in giving that…
Sometimes the media slide computer will shutdown or reboot in the middle of the service, or images on the screen may flash in and out due to a cable or digital video signal issue. Environmental control systems like HVAC can…
Phil and Steve speak with Michael Lukaszewski from ChurchFuel.com on the struggles of today’s church and how to overcome them. Listen to the full podcast on iTunes or hit the play button below: ===
Equipment: While you could opt for high-end recording programs such as Pro Tools, there are several reputable free options out there. The first, Audacity, is an open-source editing and recording program that’s compatible with most operating systems and works well…
The Church has used technology throughout history: papyrus, printing press, piano, organ, lighting, microphones, guitars, drums, and video projectors. And with the advent of the Internet, we have newer technologies like websites, social networking via Facebook, and texting on cell…
Don’t forget to let your Pastors know how much you appreciate them. Showing small bits of appreciation on a regular basis will let your pastor know that you care. “1,500 pastors leave their assignments every month in the United States…
The holiday season can be so busy it’s difficult to get anything done, including coming up with a fresh Christmas Service for the year! Getting a head start in September can ease the anxiety. So don’t worry, Phil & Steve…
Mark Collier from BigBlueDesigns.com answers questions about church websites and provides helpful advice with Phil and Steve. Topics addressed include: What potential visitors are looking for when they visit your website vs what members are looking for when/if they visit…