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5 budget-wise communication tips
Mark MacDonald Religious CommunityChurches need to demonstrate good stewardship — especially if you want people to donate hard-earned money to your ministry. No one wants to give to a nonprofit that looks wasteful. Communication is often seen as a disposable and temporary item. You promote an event for a few weeks, and it's done. But this isn't ultimately the case. Things like website content need to live on in the archive world. Quick tip: Invest in long-term communication and reduce costs for the short term!
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Capturing lessons learned from Easter
Deborah Ike Religious CommunityThe campus was abuzz, people filled the sanctuary, and most importantly, souls connected with their Savior. Now that the big day is over, it's time to learn from how plans worked out (or didn't) on Easter Sunday.
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4 ways to peacefully understand your church communicator
Mark MacDonald Religious CommunityI hear concerning stories from pastors or church leaders weekly. They often start with something like, "We have a church communicator who just doesn't seem to be working out." Because I lead a large network of church communicators, I focus on what they should be doing better. However, I've found that many church leaders don't know how to guide their person whose job is to "help us communicate better." Can it be only the communicator's fault that the relationship isn't going well? Probably not.
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How to prepare your facility for church events
Deborah Ike Religious CommunityHosting a special event at your church requires a few extra steps than Sunday services. Before you go too far down the road planning your next event, make sure you've considered these items.
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Churches vanish for this one reason
Mark MacDonald Religious CommunityResearch shows that thousands of evangelical churches close their doors annually in America. The reason? Because their congregations have stopped valuing or understanding the benefit of the local church.
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7 details to consider as you wrap up Easter plans
Deborah Ike Religious CommunityWith Easter coming up in about two weeks, you’re probably deep into finalizing plans for Easter services. The activities at churches across the country vary from traditional services to massive outreaches and Easter productions. Whatever your church leadership decides to do, there are several details that are easy to overlook amidst the chaos of Easter planning. Here are seven things you may want to consider as you put the finishing touches on your Easter plans.
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America’s top 10 religious attractions
Dave G. Houser Recreation & LeisureThroughout the United States, travelers will find landmarks associated with the nation's religious heritage. Given, however, that the U.S. is a country still in its relative youth, it may not enjoy the reputation of such grand religious landmarks as Jerusalem, the ornate cathedrals of Europe or the glittering temples of Asia. Nonetheless, there are quite a number of noteworthy edifices of special interest to the faith traveler or those simply seeking inspiration.
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Winning church essential: Speed to benefit
Mark MacDonald Religious CommunityEveryone knows how to win a running race: Be the fastest while following the rules. But do you know how to win a church communication race? Many don't know what a win even looks like!
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How to select project management software for your church
Deborah Ike Religious CommunityOnline project management software such as Asana, Basecamp, Trello and others can make coordinating tasks for events, communications projects and more a bit easier. However, there's often some frustration and disappointment that happens once a church staff starts using the tool.
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What can churches do about sexual harassment?
Micah James Religious CommunityRecently, I was the victim of sexual harassment from a visitor to our congregation. In light of my experience, and the recent #MeToo movement, it spurs me to equip churches to be proactive in their efforts to make safe spaces for the community members and staff.
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