Episode 1
Episode Summary:
Digital ministry isn’t just livestreaming or Instagram. It’s the way we show up online to connect, care, and create meaningful moments — whether that’s through a Sunday Facebook post or a heartfelt reply to an email. In this episode, we unpack what digital ministry actually means, where it shows up, and why it matters for your church right now. You’ll hear real examples, surprising stats, and leave realizing you’re probably already doing more than you think.
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Key Takeaways:
• Digital ministry is the intersection of ministry and technology — if it happens online, it counts.
• Many churches are already doing digital ministry without naming it (email newsletters, text updates, Zoom Bible studies, etc.).
• Digital tools can expand accessibility — 54% of churches say online tools make worship more accessible for people with mobility issues or disabilities.
• Churches that promote online giving have seen a 35% increase in donations through digital platforms.
• You’re not alone if you’re still figuring it out — 46% of churches are “digitally invisible” (no website) and only 35% are considered “digitally healthy.”
• Digital ministry doesn’t replace in-person ministry — it complements it.
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Links & Resources Mentioned:
• Free Resource: Digital Ministry Quickstart Guide — Simple, practical steps to start small and build a digital ministry plan you can actually keep up with.
• Carey Nieuwhof – In-person vs Online Services
• World Metrics – Online Church Statistics
• Resi.io – Combating Declining Church Attendance
• ChurchTrac – The State of Church Giving
• One Eighty Digital – State of Church Websites
• Barna Group – In-Person Over Online Church
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Reflection Questions:
1. What are the online activities your church is already doing that might count as digital ministry?
2. Who in your congregation could connect more if you opened just one more digital door?
3. What’s one simple way you could make participation easier for people who can’t be in the room?
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Get the Free Guide:
If this all feels like a lot, the Digital Ministry Quickstart Guide will help you start small and build a plan that’s simple, clear, and doable.
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