Social media is a great tool, but like every tool and technology it comes with risks. Having instant access to the masses can lead us to saying or sharing things in the moment that, with cooler heads, we would filter out. However, that’s no the concern of this post. I’d like us to take a few minutes to reflect on the potential troubles that come with using social media to promote a church event.
Archives for July 2015
Know Where to Share [Infographic]
When I did social media and digital consulting for churches, one of my favorite things to experience when we first were creating their digital strategy was the different types of mediums they were already creating as well as allow them to dream what they want to do beyond their current adventures in communication. I always started with their strengths in a strategy and push them to see what else they could do.
So if the church and staff are great at photography, videography, blogging, or podcasting, I run with it. My next step was to help them figure out how to best market and share the content.
The infographic below has a great bit of tips for where to share what on social media that I believe to be true for churches as well. Here are my three favorite:
What About Church Tech Leadership? [Podcast #63]
The Church has never had this much technology before.
With each and every day and with each and every advancement, the technology snowball grows larger and larger.
So then what’s the role of church tech leadership?
This is a topic we begin to dive into, when church technology increasingly needs leaders who are not only well versed with technology, but theology as well.
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‘Live in Focus’ by Kings Kaleidoscope [Saturday Morning Review]
I’ve been aware of Kings Kaleidoscope for a few months, but I haven’t really dived into their music. A few weeks ago, however, I heard their song “I Know,” and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Then, a few weeks ago, when I found out that Kings Kaleidoscope was giving away a live EP, I jumped at the chance to hear more of their work. (Unfortunately for you, it’s no longer free.)
And I was blown away.
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#TextsFromMom [Video]
This last Mother’s day, @SamsungMobileUS developed a unique comedy video with the side benefit of showing off their phones. The humor is a great rehashing of autocorrect fails we see all the time or older generations missing the boat on new technology.
I wonder if there is some great ministry application here, whether to just show off a parody of this video at church as part of the church tech ministry, or letting this be a lead in opportunity for churches to get a foot into the door with congregation members with a workshop after service called “Security on your Phones.”
Either way, enjoy this fun videos and remember to call your mom and tell them you love them:
Church Tech Snack Pack #080
This week was a little busier in the Church tech world.
The past few weeks have felt a little slow. It makes sense that the summertime would slow down a little, but I am missing all that awesome content that was buzzing around!!!
I like summer, but I can’t wait for the Fall.
How about you?