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Instead of Trying to Survive Easter, Share It
If we're not preparing, participating and celebrating the story of Easter, we can't create a message that will connect and engage with our audience.
Preach Your Announcements
“Wow, those announcements were powerful today," said no one ever. Phil Bowdle explains why churches should quit announcements.
Planning (& Surviving) Easter on #cmschat
Steve Fogg leads our weekly Twitter chat in a conversation about planning and surviving Easter.
Get Out of the Sanctuary & Into the Streets
Churchgoers love church, but outsiders don't. The church can no longer assume people want to come to us. We need to get out and go where the people are.
The Social Media Mistakes Episode
Social media channels and tools are changing all the time. How do you stay current? The latest episode of the podcast explores mistakes to avoid.
How to Survive Easter
We asked seven church communicators how they survive Easter. It takes planning, focusing on what's important and taking time to take care of yourself.
Be a Church-First Person
A church-first person celebrates the wins, they encourage others, they think outside of themselves. Do you have that broad view or are you focused on your niche?
Dear Church Communicators, We Love You
Dear Church Communicators... you do difficult work, and we honor you for doing it. Both you and your work matter. You are a missionary. We thank God for you.
Ashes to Go: Taking Church to the Streets
The traditional Ash Wednesday service takes to the streets with Ashes to Go, a reminder for churches to go and do the gospel in their neighborhoods.
5 Things Church Communicators Should Consider Giving Up for Lent
The traditional practice of giving something up for Lent is an opportunity for church communicators to make a change that can be energizing and inspiring for your daily work.
Preparation for Easter: Ash Wednesday and Lent
We asked five church communicators what they do for Ash Wednesday and Lent. These traditional times are ideal preparation leading into Easter.
Favorite Easter Service
We asked five church communicators about their favorite Easter service. They talked about sunrise services, connecting with people and dramatic moments.
In the Last Year: Sarah Beth Jarnagin
Sarah Beth Jarnagin talks about making cautious decisions, learning to be a better communicator and listening for new trends.
Promoting Easter: What Works?
We asked six church communicators about the most effective way of promoting Easter. A theme quickly developed: Empowering and equipping your congregation.
Advanced Certification Lab: Recap
The first ever Advanced Certification Lab was held at West Ridge Church just outside of Atlanta on Jan. 17-19, 2016. Get a taste of the insight shared.
