Mon, 30 April 2018
Brady discusses the surprising statistic that almost 50% of Millennials listen to podcasts, and how your church can make the most of this medium.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/churches-can-reach-millennials-using-podcasts-ep-097/. |
Sat, 28 April 2018
Brady has always had a morning routine, but over the last couple months has made some changes. He shares why this routine is so valuable, and both he hand Alex share what their morning routines look like.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/develop-morning-routine-ep-096/. |
Fri, 27 April 2018
Brady discusses a copywriting tip that you can use to help drive more next steps at your church. The key to this is to respond to objections preemptively.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/advanced-church-communications-tip-preemptively-responding-objections-ep-095/. |
Thu, 26 April 2018
In the past couple weeks Brady has been researching change, and how to make long term positive choices. He shares some thoughts on how to create lasting change in your church.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/finally-see-real-change-church-ep-094/. |
Wed, 25 April 2018
Alex discusses how he is using Facebook groups in his church, the hesitation he felt before starting one, and the results he started seeing within the first 24 hours.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/expect-launching-church-facebook-group-ep-093/. |
Tue, 24 April 2018
Communication is tough, but even small changes can move the needle forward. Brady discusses a commonly used phrase in church announcements and why we should stop using it. What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/1-phrase-church-stop-using-say-instead-ep-092/. |
Mon, 23 April 2018
Brady and Alex share some digital tools we have begun to use on a regular basis at Pro Church Tools and how they can be helpful for you and your church.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/5-new-digital-tools-using-2018-ep-091/. |
Sun, 22 April 2018
Watch the video version of this episode of The #AskBrady Show here: https://www.youtube.com/user/ProChurchTools
#TIMESTAMPS:
1:44 - If we have a youth group page what kind of stuff am I posting? What would they want to see, what kind of stuff would they interact with? 13:54 - When it comes to A/B testing hashtags on Instagram, should I make a new Instagram post with the second set of hashtags, or should I delete set A and replace with set B in the same comment? 19:58 - I saw that Nucleus.Church was pinned with an app like logo, I was wondering if you could explain how to make your website capable of doing this. 22:25 - Should I try to make every post something for both the youth and older crowd? Should I just focus on one group, or should I try to have some posts directed at each group?
Brady Shearer is the CEO of Pro Church Tools Inc., a company helping churches communicate better. Through weekly videos, podcasts, and articles, Pro Church Tools reaches more than 25,000 churches every month.
Brady is the host of The #AskBrady Show, a church communications focused Q&A video show and podcast, as well as the Pro Church Podcast, a weekly interview audio podcast.
Follow Me Online Here: Instagram: http://instagram.com/bradyshearer Facebook: http://facebook.com/prochurchtools Website: http://prochurchtools.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/bradyshearer |
Sat, 21 April 2018
We are living through the biggest communication shift in 500 years, and social media and technology continues to advance and change. Brady discusses the platforms that are most popular with Gen Z.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/student-youth-ministry-gen-z-3-social-platforms-church-needs-consider-ep-090/. |
Fri, 20 April 2018
The older you are, the more life experience you have to share. Brady discusses how millennials can make the most of the life lessons of those from older generations and learn from their experiences.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/3-ways-millennials-learn-older-church-leaders-ep-089/. |
Thu, 19 April 2018
In past episodes Brady has discussed the implications of the millennial generation. In this episode he talks about how older church leaders can disciple millennials.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/3-ways-older-church-leaders-can-help-disciple-millennials-ep-088/. |
Wed, 18 April 2018
It's important to use our resources wisely. Brady shares the story of a church who used Facebook Ads to benefit their growth strategy, and how to make it work for you.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/church-150-spent-109-facebook-ads-got-241-new-visitors-ep-087/. |
Tue, 17 April 2018
Every week has 168 hours. The average weekly church service is around an hour long, but the influence of your church doesn't need to end there. Brady talks about seizing the other 167 hours in a week.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/5-groundbreaking-ways-churches-can-seizethe167-ep-086/. |
Mon, 16 April 2018
Brady shares why Google and Facebook reviews are so important for your church, as well as how to trigger more of them.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/get-5-star-online-reviews-church-ep-085/. |
Sun, 15 April 2018
Watch the video version of this episode of The #AskBrady Show here: https://www.youtube.com/user/ProChurchTools
#TIMESTAMPS:
0:59 - Other than passing the speed test, what are some tips and tricks to improve our site’s SEO? 9:08 - How many times could or would you play the same video announcement for an event? 10:46 - What are your thoughts on Facebook fundraisers for nonprofit and whether you think it can be a good tool for my church to utilize to accept donations, offerings, etc.? 15:27 - Is there any information or ministry that DOESN’T make the cut for the church website? If so, how do you decide?
Brady Shearer is the CEO of Pro Church Tools Inc., a company helping churches communicate better. Through weekly videos, podcasts, and articles, Pro Church Tools reaches more than 25,000 churches every month.
Brady is the host of The #AskBrady Show, a church communications focused Q&A video show and podcast, as well as the Pro Church Podcast, a weekly interview audio podcast.
Follow Me Online Here: Instagram: http://instagram.com/bradyshearer Facebook: http://facebook.com/prochurchtools Website: http://prochurchtools.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/bradyshearer |
Sat, 14 April 2018
Headlines can be used for a variety of things, from blog posts to podcast episodes. Brady shares some tips on how to make your headlines more captivating and clickable.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/5-easy-ways-write-better-headlines-2018-ep-084/. |
Fri, 13 April 2018
As human beings we need someone to go first, especially when it comes to difficult choices like being vulnerable. A leader's job is to go first. Brady talks about leading with vulnerability and why it's so important.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/secret-leading-vulnerability-important-ep-083/. |
Thu, 12 April 2018
Brady discusses three free third-party tools to use in tandem with your church website. These tools can enhance the user experience of your website with no extra cost.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/3-free-third-party-tools-use-alongside-churchs-website-ep-082/. |
Wed, 11 April 2018
Great photos used to be expensive and complicated - but not anymore. Advancements in technology have made great photography more readily available to everyone. Brady discusses how to take great photos on your phone.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/capture-beautiful-church-photos-free-ep-081/. |
Tue, 10 April 2018
Brady discusses how every generation, just like every individual, has strengths and weaknesses and how you cannot expect to reach a generation you are busy insulting.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/signature-way-churches-alienate-millennials-gen-z-ep-080/. |
Mon, 9 April 2018
Senior pastors in small churches tend to be in charge of a lot things themselves. This can make delegation difficult. Brady talks about how this can impact creative ministries.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/help-pastor-keeps-interfering-creative-ministry-ep-079/. |
Sun, 8 April 2018
Watch the video version of this episode of The #AskBrady Show here: https://www.youtube.com/user/ProChurchTools
#TIMESTAMPS:
1:01 - Is there a specific email that you’ve done in the past and sent out which is really effective with the intent to purge your email list? 7:37 - A friend of mine and I are taking over my church’s social media as a project since we are interns through our church, and I was wondering if you have any information that may help us amp up our church’s social media when the older generation doesn’t like what we do. 16:01 - Do you have any suggestions on getting a full-time staff position? 21:14 - I’m working to try and give our church’s website home page a main focal point like you suggest, but I’m not sure how to. Any suggestions would be great!
Brady Shearer is the CEO of Pro Church Tools Inc., a company helping churches communicate better. Through weekly videos, podcasts, and articles, Pro Church Tools reaches more than 25,000 churches every month.
Brady is the host of The #AskBrady Show, a church communications focused Q&A video show and podcast, as well as the Pro Church Podcast, a weekly interview audio podcast.
Follow Me Online Here: Instagram: http://instagram.com/bradyshearer Facebook: http://facebook.com/prochurchtools Website: http://prochurchtools.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/bradyshearer |
Sat, 7 April 2018
We are living through the biggest communications shift in 500 years. Brady talks about translating a timeless message into a timely medium, and why this is so important.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/explain-pastor-importance-digital-media-ep-078/. |
Fri, 6 April 2018
A common assumption in Christian culture is that millennials don't attend church because it's out of date. Brady discusses the percentage for who this is true, as well as what the top reason actually is.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at https://prochurchtools.com/8-millennials-say-dont-attend-church-ep-077/. |
Thu, 5 April 2018
Next steps need to be clear to your visitors, as well as your existing congregation. Brady discusses using colour as a solution to the Christianese surrounding connect cards and visitor centres.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/eliminate-form-christianese-welcoming-church-ep-076/. |
Wed, 4 April 2018
Storytelling is the most important skill you can learn to help your church grow, succeed, and accomplish your vision and mission. In this episode Brady shares his 3 step storytelling formula.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/ultimate-event-promotion-system-churches-ep-075/. |
Tue, 3 April 2018
Storytelling is the most important skill you can learn to help your church grow, succeed, and accomplish your vision and mission. In this episode Brady shares his 3 step storytelling formula.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/3-new-instagram-profile-hacks-church-can-make-today-ep-074/. |
Mon, 2 April 2018
A common question we receive is how often churches should post on social media. Brady talks about the intersection of quantity and quality and how to use this to determine a number.
What's In This Session?
Show Notes & Resources Mentioned
Find the full transcript for this session of the Pro Church Podcast at http://prochurchtools.com/frequently-church-post-social-media-ep-073/. |
Sun, 1 April 2018
Watch the video version of this episode of The #AskBrady Show here: https://www.youtube.com/user/ProChurchTools
#TIMESTAMPS:
0:59 - When it comes to our churches Facebook group, what would you recommend as guidelines for things like soliciting from people who own businesses within our church? Should the group be private or public? 7:50 - So if you have 5 announcements on Sunday morning do you tell 5 stories and give 5 call to actions? 11:06 - Do you have any tips when it comes to naming a church or business? 19:23 - Our pastor uses fill in the blank sermon notes each week. Does anyone have a solution for doing this on your smart device?
Brady Shearer is the CEO of Pro Church Tools Inc., a company helping churches communicate better. Through weekly videos, podcasts, and articles, Pro Church Tools reaches more than 25,000 churches every month.
Brady is the host of The #AskBrady Show, a church communications focused Q&A video show and podcast, as well as the Pro Church Podcast, a weekly interview audio podcast.
Follow Me Online Here: Instagram: http://instagram.com/bradyshearer Facebook: http://facebook.com/prochurchtools Website: http://prochurchtools.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/bradyshearer |
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