Digital Digests
Digital Digests
Our Digital Enabler, Samuel Rimmer, has been producing ‘Digital Digests’ which are sent out fortnightly in the District Newsletter. The ‘Digests’ cover a range of topics, which, we hope will be useful to your church or circuit. The ‘Digests’ can be accessed by clicking on the links below.
Churches and circuits can benefit from using AI by making tasks simpler and more efficient. This Digest looks at some of the ways in which your chuch can benefit from using AI.
Branding is more than a logo or a colour scheme. It’s the consistent way your church presents itself across all platforms—website, social media, newsletters, posters, and even the sign at your church door. It communicates who you are.
One of the challenges churches and circuits often face is the need to produce high quality graphics and art for use online, without purchasing expensive software or needing someone with a degree in creative design.
If this is a problem you are facing, Canva is great, easy to use platform for creating eye-catching church graphics, social media posts, sermon slides, and event posters.
Choosing the Right Digital Channels
The church has always found new ways to reach people. Today, the digital world offers a mission field unlike any other. However, with so many platforms available, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start.
Your church doesn’t need to be on every platform to have a strong digital presence. The key is to choose the right channels, ones that connect with your congregation and local community, reflect your capacity and serve your mission. In this ‘Digest’ we provide a breakdown of some of the most commonly used platforms, what they’re best for, and a few practical tips.
Many churches and circuits are now using email to send out church notices and newsletters to their congregations, church members, volunteers and employees.
Using email platforms like MailerLite, Brevo and Mailchimp can help your church or circuit send professional, engaging newsletters and updates with ease. Here we explore how mailing platforms can help your church communicate more effectively.
Digital Conversations that Build Connections
As churches become more active online, comments and direct messages are
increasingly a part of ministry life. Whether it’s a word of thanks, a prayer request, or even a difficult question, how we respond online reflects how others see your church.
Using images, music, or videos without permission can lead to legal issues,
significant financial costs to your church or circuit and the removal of your online content.
Learn more about being mindful of copyright and taking steps to ensure that you only use third party content with permission will ensure that your church or circuit does not fall into legal difficulties.
As fewer people carry cash, many churches are discovering that digital and
contactless giving makes giving easier and more accessible. Offering simple, secure ways to give helps people support your church’s ministry, even if they don’t have cash to hand.
In this Digest, you can learn about how embracing digital giving can be beneficial to your church.
Social media is a great tool for church outreach and growth. Find out how churches can optimise their social media content to maximise their exposure and ensure that as many people as possible see their content.
Optimising Your Church Website
For many people, a church’s website is their first point of contact, before they even consider stepping foot into the church itself. Whether someone looking for a local Sunday service, looking to book a baptism, or simply curious about your church community, your website will shape their first impression. This Digest provides some simple tips to ensure your church website is accessible and welcoming to visiters.
Photo Tips – Creating Better Social Media Posts
Images are often the first thing people notice when visiting a church’s website or social media page. Posting photos on social media are a very powerful way to tell your church’s story online in a way that words alone can’t. Here you can find some tips to help create quality photos and make a difference to your online presence.
Managing your churches social media can often feel difficult, especially when it comes to generating content and you feel that you should be posting all the time. But more isn’t always better. Posting too often in a scattergun approach without a clear purpose can turn people off, reduce engagement and reduce the impact of your posts. Posting high quality content less frequently can actually yield better results.
One of the most common challenges churches face when using Facebook is posting content consistently. It’s easy to post something in the moment when an idea comes to you but relying on this approach makes it difficult to maintain a regular and effective online presence.
That’s where scheduling comes in…
As churches and circuits increasingly using websites and social media, it’s important to consider digital safeguarding—ensuring that your church’s online spaces are safe and respectful for everyone.
Just as we implement safeguarding policies for in-person activities, similar care should be taken when engaging online. Here we explore some key points to consider when engaging with people as a church on social media.
This is the fundamental question churches and circuits should be asking themselves.
For many churches, the internet still feels like an optional extra. Something we dabble in when we have the time or the volunteers. But we need to challenge that mindset. The online space is not a distraction from ministry—it is a vital part of it.
Click on the link to find out more about why you should grow your churches presence online and engage in digital evangelism.