Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert. Isaiah 43:19 Editor's Note: This is the first post in a series of two. Part 2 is here. Also, this post was updated at 4:45pm 6/21/12. The Journey … Read more about My Digital Journey, Part 1
Three Attitudes That Are Corrupting Your Twitter Feed (and Your Soul)
David Hansen (@Rev_David) wrote such a great post about Three Things That Are Killing Your Twitter Feed, I felt it needed some follow-up. When destructive and unproductive behaviors emerge, our interior lives may need an alchemical shake-up so attitudes spawned such bad behavior can be transmuted … Read more about Three Attitudes That Are Corrupting Your Twitter Feed (and Your Soul)
Street Corner Preacher, Circa 2012
Do you have a grand vision for digital ministry? This post is probably not for you. Do you seek a splashy color-coded spread analyzing the latest gadgets for your digital empire? This post is probably not for you. If you have a pragmatic approach to connecting with congregation and community, … Read more about Street Corner Preacher, Circa 2012
Three Things That are Killing Your Twitter Feed
1. True Twit (or any other validation service/platform) If people have to jump through an extra hoop to connect with you, they’re not going to do it. These validation services set up a wall around your Twitter account. Yes, you’re keeping out spam. You also risk keeping away people you want to … Read more about Three Things That are Killing Your Twitter Feed
Considering Barriers to Social Media Ministry
“What do I do if people in my congregation don't use social media? I get tired of the resistance to new things in the church.” This is a common question for congregations struggling to gain traction in social media ministry. Roadblocks to social media ministry can come from many different … Read more about Considering Barriers to Social Media Ministry
The Communication Reformation
Welcome to the re-launch of Faith Growth. We have been working hard on a new look and producing great content to aid your ministry in a digital world. We have assembled a team of talented writers who will share with you their insights about ministry and technology. Our team of writers are actively … Read more about The Communication Reformation
Relaunch Coming Monday, June 4th
We have been working hard the last month to refocus this website as a place for great content to aid ministry in a digital world. We have lined up a great group of writers and will be publishing fresh content to aid your ministry. … Read more about Relaunch Coming Monday, June 4th
Tri-Synodical Theological Conference Wrap-Up
I have enjoyed my time in Waco. I always enjoy catching up with colleagues and and learning about their ministries. The conference also severed as an important networking event for the ministry of Faith Growth. It was a time to inform everyone of the great websites and social media … Read more about Tri-Synodical Theological Conference Wrap-Up
Tri-Synodical Tweetup – #3synod12
UPDATE: I now know my room number. The tweetup is in Marriott Courtyard Suite 226. Next week I will travel to Waco, TX to attend the Tri-Synodical Theological Leadership Conference of the ELCA churches in Texas and Louisiana. I am looking forward to catching up with my … Read more about Tri-Synodical Tweetup – #3synod12
Facebook Got Me a Job
I am sure you have heard stories of individuals losing their jobs because of things they have posted on social media sites like Facebook. This happened to one of my very good friends. Some people fear social networking sites because they have heard stories such as these. I think this is … Read more about Facebook Got Me a Job
Pastor As Social Media Guru
I had the wonderful opportunity to present at the Austin Seminary Recent Graduate Seminar yesterday. My topic was the Pastor's Role as Social Media Guru. The presentation flew by and the discussion was engaging. In this post I will share my rough speaking outline, power point slides and … Read more about Pastor As Social Media Guru
Communication in the Church of the Future
Social Media is all the buzz these days. For those in the church this new technology leaves us wondering how to use this tool as a means to support our ministries. There are questions of mastering the technology, engaging the conversation, social evangelism, social media polices, Facebook … Read more about Communication in the Church of the Future