Ministry Technology

“COVID has forced innovation upon churches—even fundamental Baptist churches—and that is a good thing. There is no virtue in refusing to be innovative in carrying out the Great Commission.” - Kevin Schaal

“As the church begins to utilize social technologies, the youngest generation may already be moving on from social networks to much more personal means’ of communicating, especially text messaging.” - C.Leaders

“Reacting to projections that LifeWay would finish the 2019-2020 fiscal year with a net loss of $21.7 million, LifeWay’s trustees in August approved a $210 million budget for 2020-2021 that included cuts of 17 percent year over year.” - BPNews

“The type of connection we’re wired for is more than a fist bump, a handshake, or a hug. To be connected means to be joined with others in heart or purpose.” - F & T

“Having written already about preaching to a camera alone at the beginning of quarantine, I hope to share some of what my team has learned now in this present awkwardness as we film a sermon during the week for online viewers and then preach the same sermon to those who reserve spots in our limited outdoor services.” - F&T

“If you want something that becomes a tool to attract people to your church, you can still do it for free, but I would not recommend it. Free comes with its own set of costs.” - CLeaders

“While this is a new challenge for a lot of pastors, it is not a death blow. It is a pivot but one you can still utilize to reach people.” - C. Leaders

“Online small groups are portable. Group members can gather regardless of their geographical location. They can become a group even if they live in different cities, states, or countries. And, if the group members move or have to travel, the group is still available to them wherever they go.

“Just as the church building directs each person who enters toward the cross, I think it’s wise to think about how our digital presence can do the same. Similarly, I remember that the church’s cross isn’t merely ornamental; it’s integral.” - Church Leaders

“…. pastors have recognized that it’s challenging to listen to a typical sermon of 20-40 minutes online and they’ve shortened their presentations accordingly. Now some of their parishioners are saying they like it!” - CLeaders