Category: Pastoring in the Digital Parish

Training resources, growth ideas and connection for ministry leaders growing digital communities: It’s the digital ministry class we weren’t offered in seminary. In each episode, Ryan Dunn talks with a digital community expert in search of answers to questions about digital discipleship, online engagement, content creation, and the future of ministry in a digital-native culture.

Integrating digital and in-person ministries — 12/30

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This episode is about creating seamless experiences for members who engage with us both online and in person. How do we ensure that everyone, regardless of how they discovered or how they continue to participate with us, feels like they’re part of one family under God?

This is National Podcast Posts Month episode 12 of 30. NaPodPoMo is a challenge through the month of November to share 30 episodes in 30 days. Our goal in participation is to see how this kind of volume and frequency can help to build an audience and a sense of community.

Connect with Pastoring in the Digital Parish at www.resourceumc.org/digital-parish

Encouraging digital stewardship — 11/30

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Let’s talk about resource procurement, stewardship and generosity in digital ministry. It’s part of building a digital ministry toolkit and strategy for bringing your church into the digital age.

This is episode 11 of 30 for National Podcast Posts Month! NaPodPoMo is a challenge through the month of November to share 30 episodes in 30 days. Our goal in participation is to see how this kind of volume and frequency can help to build an audience and a sense of community.

Connect with Pastoring in the Digital Parish at www.resourceumc.org/digital-parish

Measuring digital ministry success — 10/30

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What metrics matter for digital ministry and what do they mean? Let’s look into the numbers as build your church’s digital ministry strategy.

This is a mini-episode that is part of National Podcast Posts Month. NaPodPoMo is a challenge through the month of November to share 30 episodes in 30 days. Our goal in participation is to see how this kind of volume and frequency can help to build an audience and a sense of community. This is part 10 of 30!

Connect with Pastoring in the Digital Parish at www.resourceumc.org/digital-parish

Managing your online reputation — 9/30

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We’re tackling a subject that’s critical in our hyper-connected world: Managing Your Online Reputation. Your digital footprint is a permanent record of what you say, what you share, and how you interact online. For ministry leaders, your online reputation isn’t just personal; it reflects upon your church and its values. So, how do you guard this digital footprint?

National Podcast Post Month is a challenge through the month of November to share 30 episodes in 30 days. Our goal in participation is to see how this kind of volume and frequency can help to build an audience and a sense of community. This is part 9 of 30!

Connect with Pastoring in the Digital Parish at www.resourceumc.org/digital-parish

Effective communication in digital ministry — 8/30

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We’re looking into the pulsing heart of digital interactions with a crucial topic: Effective Communication Strategies in digital ministry. 

National Podcast Post Month is a challenge through the month of November to share 30 episodes in 30 days. Our goal in participation is to see how this kind of volume and frequency can help to build an audience and a sense of community. This is part 8 of 30!

Connect with Pastoring in the Digital Parish at www.resourceumc.org/digital-parish

Building online communities — 7/30

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We’re focusing on a crucial aspect of our digital faith communities: Building Online Community. Creating a sense of community and belonging is at the heart of any church experience. As we venture into the digital landscape, this sense of community can feel elusive. Yet, with intention and creativity, we can foster meaningful connections that bridge the gap between screens.

National Podcast Post Month is a challenge through the month of November to share 30 episodes in 30 days. Our goal in participation is to see how this kind of volume and frequency can help to build an audience and a sense of community. This is part 7 of 30!

Connect with Pastoring in the Digital Parish at www.resourceumc.org/digital-parish

Creating engaging content for your digital community — 6/30

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We’re talking about creating engaging content–specifically for social media, with a special focus on short-form videos. Let’s see what kinds of content might connect with your online church or digital faith community.

National Podcast Post Month is a challenge through the month of November to share 30 episodes in 30 days. Our goal in participation is to see how this kind of volume and frequency can help to build an audience and a sense of community. This is part 6 of 30!

Connect with Pastoring in the Digital Parish at www.resourceumc.org/digital-parish

Choosing the right digital ministry platforms — 5/30

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We’re navigating the digital terrain to find the place where your faith community can thrive. Does your digital community need a presence on TikTok? Or on Discord? Or on Twitter/X? We will outline each major digital space and it’s value for your specific audience in online ministry.

National Podcast Post Month is a challenge through the month of November to share 30 episodes in 30 days. Our goal in participation is to see how this kind of volume and frequency can help to build an audience and a sense of community. This is part 5 of 30!

Connect with Pastoring in the Digital Parish at www.resourceumc.org/digital-parish

Identifying your right audience in digital ministry — 4/30

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Without a clear understanding of who we are trying to reach, our messages can become diluted, and our impact minimized. Let’s identify some ways we can get a feel for who our audience is and how we can best build community with them.

National Podcast Post Month is a challenge through the month of November to share 30 episodes in 30 days. Our goal in participation is to see how this kind of volume and frequency can help to build an audience and a sense of community. This is part 2 of 30!

Connect with Pastoring in the Digital Parish at www.resourceumc.org/digital-parish

Balancing between invitation, information and interaction for your digital ministry — 3/30

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How balanced is your church or ministry’s digital content? We’re seeking to find the sweet spot between presenting invitations, information, and chances for interaction in our digital church communities.

National Podcast Post Month is a challenge through the month of November to share 30 episodes in 30 days. Our goal in participation is to see how this kind of volume and frequency can help to build an audience and a sense of community. This is part 3 of 30!

Connect with Pastoring in the Digital Parish at www.resourceumc.org/digital-parish