Today - in just ninety seconds - I want to share with you a new style of church connect card. Find the full transcript, show notes, and video version here: https://prochur.ch/3bakpeE

 

Traditional Connect Card Template: https://prochur.ch/2ITmwYn

 

 

 

Today, we're gonna look at a number of successful Facebook Ads campaigns from real churches and dive into what made these ads successful and the challenges these churches needed to overcome to make it all happen. Find the full transcript, show notes, and video version here: https://prochur.ch/2XDaSYl

In this video, I'll be sharing with you my favorite color schemes for church websites. Find the full transcript, show notes, and video version here: https://prochur.ch/3dFKN1l 

Today - in this podcast - you'll learn how to reliably and accurately track attendance and engagement for online church. Plus, I've put together a downloadable spreadsheet template for you to make it easy and straightforward. Find the full transcript, show notes, and video version here: https://prochur.ch/2KsSwDu 

Today's podcast is dedicated to worship ministry and worshipping God through music. Of course, music is a staple of virtually any in-person worship service - but it's not as easy to translate to an online venue as preaching is. So to help with that, I wanted to break down three different worship setups that my church, Central, has used in recent weeks. Find the full transcript, show notes, and video version here: https://prochur.ch/3czUJsF

You're at home. I'm at home. And our congregation's are at home - for an indefinite period of time. So in this video, we're going to construct, from the ground up, a meaningful and powerful online church service. We'll explore specific service elements, recording options, and special considerations to make church online the absolute best it can be. Find the full transcript, show notes, and video version here: https://prochur.ch/3bdwWyw

For most of us, online church is set to be the new normal for the foreseeable future. It's time to settle in. And it's also time for us to take a serious look at what we're producing right now for online church (especially if you're a smaller church) and ask - does it make sense to just reproduce what we would normally do for an in-person Sunday service and publish that online? Or could there be something more meaningful, effective, and affordable for this season? Because I'm leaning toward the latter. And that's what this video is for. Find the full transcript, show notes, and video version here: https://prochur.ch/3b7zJsV

Today, in this podcast, I want to talk to you about the 24mm f/14 probe lens from Laowa. It's a new piece of gear that we picked up this year and it's already become one of the coolest things that we own. Find the full transcript, show notes, and video version here: https://prochur.ch/2VbqtNQ

 

Today, in less than four minutes, I want to share with you a trio of unusual social media posts for churches. Find the full transcript, show notes, and video version here: https://prochur.ch/2UNES3E

 

In this video, I'm going to teach you a repeatable Instagram Stories strategy for your church that checks all the boxes of what good social media content should do. Find the full transcript, show notes, and video version here: https://prochur.ch/3bGaLAO

 

Today... let's talk about criticism - and how to handle it. Find the full transcript, show notes, and video version here: https://prochur.ch/2WQtUMl

 

In the inaugural episode of The Inbox, Brady and Alex sit down to answer four questions from the people of Pro Church Nation.

In this podcast, I'll outline for you a 7-day social media calendar for your church - specifically to be used during the COVID-19 pandemic while our church's in-person gatherings are suspended. This calendar is repeatable. So if you choose, you can use it as the framework for your social media content rhythms for the foreseeable future. Find the full transcript, show notes, and video version here: https://prochur.ch/2Uz5GU8

 

Our churches are facing an unprecedented situation - the distinct possibility that the biggest weekend of the year, Easter weekend, will not go as planned. In this podcast, I want to share with you three creative Easter solutions that your church can pursue even if you can't assemble in-person as a group like you normally would. Find the full transcript, show notes, and video version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5XE5n1XbSU

 

In this video, I'll share my recommendations for the first FOUR videos your church should consider publishing on TikTok. Find the full transcript, show notes, and video version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1KaUcZ_-Oc8

Today, Brady and Alex sit down for an emergency podcast to discuss COVID-19 and the challenges ahead for churches.

Today - in two minutes or less - I want to share with you an Instagram Stories technique that your church can start using right away. Find the full transcript, show notes, and video version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=viS63JftkqY 

Today on The Pro Church Tools Show we’re going to break down nine different Instagram Stories strategies that your church can try this week.

 

Stories are unique because they expire after 24 hours and because they're meant to feel more personal than other types of social content.

 

So in this episode, we'll talk about the specifics - so let’s get started.

 

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https://prochurchtools.com/9-instagram-stories-strategies-for-churches-to-try-this-week/

 

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• Strategy #1: Prayer (03:45)

 

• Strategy #2: Local Share (09:55

 

• Strategy #3: Quiz (14:30)

 

• Strategy #4: Poll Question with Follow-Up (23:00)

 

• Strategy #5: Slider (29:10)

 

• Strategy #6: What We’re Listening To (37:05)

 

• Strategy #7: This Track (39:40)

 

• Strategy #8: Freestyle Pen (42:45)

 

• Strategy #9: Hidden Hashtag (47:05)

 

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Today, I'm going to share with you my picks for the best budget cameras for churches in 2020.

 

Not too long ago, I released my list of best cameras for churches this year, but you and I both know that not every church can spend thousands of dollars on camera equipment.

 

So what are we to do?

 

Well, stick around and you'll learn about a number of highly capable camera configurations and setups that are listed at less than $500.

 

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- Selena Gomez B&W Music Video:

 

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- Selena Gomez Color Music Video:

 

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- Osmo Mobile:

 

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- GorillaPod:

 

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- Fovitec Lighting Kit:

 

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- Manfrotto Tripod:

 

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- Manfrotto Adapter:

 

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- Rode smartLav+ Kit:

 

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- Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens:

 

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Today, we’re going to break down the communication techniques of Andy Stanley.

 

Andy Stanley is the senior pastor of North Point Community Church in the Atlanta region and one of the most listened-to pastors in America.

 

So in this episode, we'll talk about the specifics - and break down the frameworks, devices, and constructs Stanley uses in his communication.

 

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https://prochurchtools.com/the-framework-of-an-andy-stanley-sermon-north-point-community-church/

 

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• Context (04:10)

 

• Take Away #1 (10:35)

 

• Take Away #2 (15:35)

 

• Take Away #3 (24:45)

 

• Take Away #4 (32:30)

 

• Take Away #5 (41:30)

 

 

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Today, I want to share with you my social media awards for churches in 2020. These are the pastors, ministries, and churches that I think are leading the way for rest of us on social. And this is a diverse list. You'll find bigger churches, smaller churches, churches with varying theological distinctives - and if you're looking for inspiration or fresh ideas - they most certainly are worth a follow. So let's dive in.

 

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https://prochurchtools.com/the-best-churches-to-follow-on-social-media-in-2020/

 

 

 

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• Elevation Church: https://www.instagram.com/elevationchurch/ & https://www.facebook.com/elevationchurch.org/
• Youth Alive Queensland: https://www.instagram.com/youthaliveqld/ & https://www.facebook.com/youthaliveqld/
• Transformation Church: https://www.instagram.com/wearetransformation/
• Mosaic Church: https://www.instagram.com/mosaic/
• St. John Cantius Church: https://www.instagram.com/sjcantius/ & https://www.facebook.com/SJCantius/
• Freedom Church: https://www.instagram.com/freedomchurch/
• Life.Church: https://www.instagram.com/life.church/ (also TikTok)
• BLDG 28 Church: https://www.instagram.com/bldg_28_church/ & https://www.facebook.com/bldg28church
• Northwood Church: https://www.facebook.com/WeAreNorthwood/
• Rich Wilkerson, Jr.: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/
• Mike Todd: https://www.instagram.com/iammiketodd/
• Craig Groeschel: https://www.instagram.com/craiggroeschel/

 

Today, we’ll be diving deep into a simple social media technique that has been doubling church’s engagement.

 

But we should warn you, while this technique has been working well for many churches, it also has some critics.

 

And so in this episode, we’ll dive into the objections we’re hearing and respond to them one by one.

 

 

***FIND THE FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE:

 

https://prochurchtools.com/this-one-technique-doubled-my-social-media-engagement/

 

 

SHOW NOTES:

 

• The goal of social? (06:25)

 

• Objection #1: “These types of posts just don’t work for our context” (10:20)

 

• Objection #2: “Engagement for the sake of engagement” (16:35)

 

• Objection #3: “It’s too generic” (30:35)

 

• Objection #4: “We don’t view our feed as a conversational platform” (39:20)

 

 

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• The Easiest Social Media Strategy For Churches Ever:

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SDdspFvTa8

 

• https://churchphotographers.com/

 

• The "Irresistible Question" Social Media Formula [For Churches]:

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muJ7e1WoBRY

 

There's a church stage design trend that I've been seeing pop up more and more lately.

 

And this church stage design trend is different from virtually every other because it's focused more on setting the stage for preaching rather than music.

 

So stick around, and I'll share with you a number of examples of churches implementing this kind of setup - and you'll learn about the missional reasoning behind this type of configuration.

 

***FIND THE FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE:

 

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- Rich Wilkerson Jr:

 

https://youtu.be/cSilebdE94U?t=344

 

- T.D. Jakes:

 

https://youtu.be/h2J7cqnvAOc?t=888

 

Today you’ll be getting an inside look at what’s working for churches on social media right now.

 

 

These are the design trends, the post ideas, and the social strategies we’re seeing get the most traction online in this season.

 

 

 

And by the end of this episode you’ll have a myriad of different action steps you can start implementing - so let’s dive right in.

 

 

 

 

***FIND THE FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE:

 

https://prochurchtools.com/social-media-trends-for-churches-winter-2020-edition/

 

SHOW NOTES:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Today, I want to share with you my picks for the best three video camera setups for churches in 2020. Each of these three kits will capture stunning video (and one can even shoot great photos as well) - but, no camera body is perfect. So stick around, and by the end, you'll know what makes each of these three cameras special, but I'll also explain their weaknesses as well.

 

***FIND THE FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE:

 

https://prochurchtools.com/the-best-church-video-camera-setups-for-2020/

 

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- rebelgive.com

 

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Today we’ll be taking you behind the scenes on our most recent team building retreat.

 

 

We took the whole team to Phoenix, Arizona and spent a week together exploring and building stronger bonds with each other.

 

 

And so in this episode, you’ll get a ton of ideas for team building at your church. And we’ll share with you what went wrong on our trip as well.

 

 

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https://prochurchtools.com/how-to-plan-a-team-building-retreat-behind-the-scenes/

 

 

 

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Today we’ll be diving deep into one of our favorite new church websites. North Point Community Church in Atlanta recently launched their new website and we think it’s one of the best we’ve ever seen. And so in this episode, you’ll learn what we like about this site, how to apply it to your own context, and we’ll give you a behind the scenes look into what our friends at North Point put into this new platform

 

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https://prochurchtools.com/the-best-church-…community-church/

 

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- https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/01449290500330448 - https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/223150

 

- https://dl.acm.org/doi/10.1145/985692.985776

 

- https://ai.googleblog.com/2012/08/users-love-simple-and-familiar-designs.html

 

- https://woodstockcity.org/

 

- https://cxl.com/blog/first-impressions-matter-the-importance-of-great-visual-design/

 

- https://www.etsy.com/uk/seller-handbook/article/why-product-photography-is-important/147451496051

 

- https://www.igi-global.com/article/human-face-business/1918

 

- https://dl.acm.org/doi/10.1145/642611.642634

 

- https://aisel.aisnet.org/sighci2006/6/

 

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Over the next few minutes, I want to pull back the curtain on the dirty little secret of church giving platforms. What I'm about to say is certainly going to upset some people...and to be honest, I have hesitated to publish this for that reason. But, as someone who works in this industry, what's clear to me is that the majority of churches don't understand what's actually happening - and so, my conviction is to explain that as best as I can. And then, it's up to you to do with that information what you wish.

 

 

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- https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/pushpay#section-overview

 

- https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/tithe-ly#section-overview

 

- https://www.inc.com/dan-whateley/flocknote-texas-church-tech-2019-inc5000.html?icid=hmhero&fbclid=IwAR2P9GG6MLO9tn-cP9-31dVMGNLng714yEGDXCVlRqTFiZFPVM8HznZgwqg

 

- https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ministry-brands-announces-investment-from-insight-venture-partners-and-launches-foundation-300353847.html

Today we’ll be talking about how to navigate politics as a Christian in 2020. And this is important because political dialogue is becoming increasingly toxic in our churches, families, and friendships. And by the end of this episode, you’ll have the tools needed to talk about politics in ways that are firm and fair.

 

 

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SHOW NOTES:

 

Rule #1 (07:15)

 

Rule #2 (12:05)

 

Rule #3 (20:05)

 

Rule #4 (33:20)

 

Rule #5 (40:55)

 

Rule #6 (47:40)

 

Dad Life (56:15)

 

 

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• https://www.newyorker.com/books/under-review/the-deliberate-awfulness-of-social-media

 

 

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Today we’re going to break down the communication techniques of Bishop TD Jakes. TD Jakes is the founder of The Potter’s House in Dallas, Texas. And the way he preaches has inspired countless other communicators. So in this episode, we'll talk about the specifics - and we’ll break down the frameworks, devices, and constructs Jakes uses in his communication.

 

 

 

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https://prochurchtools.com/the-outline-of-a-bishop-td-jakes-sermon-the-potters-house-breakdown/

 

 

SHOW NOTES:

 

Bishop TD Jakes Bio (04:15)

 

#1: Affirmation (08:25)

 

#2: Participation (24:30)

 

#3: Celebration (34:05)

 

#4: Opening Framework (50:18)

 

#5: Symbols Over Stories (57:55)

 

#6: Lawyer Sidetrail (01:05:35)

 

#7: Text POV (01:08:30)

 

TOP 5 (01:16:40)

 

 

 

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- I Didn’t Know I Was Me - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2J7cqnvAOc - September 29th, 2019 - 1hr38min

 

• Keep It Moving - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnhI56BAQjc - September 22nd, 2019 - 1hr27min
•  href="https://twitter.com/richvillodas/status/120383971530636083">https://twitter.com/richvillodas/status/120383971530636083 v

RebelGive, our online giving platform for churches. The idea behind RebelGive is really simple - when someone gives money to your church, your church should get to keep all of it. Your giving provider shouldn't get to keep any for themselves - and your church shouldn't lose any of that gift to processing fees either.

 

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Today, we’re going reveal our picks for the most important social media trends for churches in 2020. Social media is always changing. It can feel impossible just trying to keep up. But that’s what this episode is for. And by the end of this episode, you’ll have everything you need to tackle the social media landscape this year.

 

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https://prochurchtools.com/the-7-most-important-social-media-trends-for-churches-in-2020/

 

SHOW NOTES:

 

Social Media Tred #1 (01:45)

 

Social Media Tred #2 (06:25)

 

Social Media Tred #3 (11:30)

 

Social Media Tred #4 (18:20)

 

Social Media Tred #5 (27:50)

 

Social Media Tred #6 (32:05)

 

Social Media Tred #7 (40:10)

 

TOP 5 (49:10)

 

Q&A (1:02:55)

 

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CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS FORMULA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPzR5PwwGuY

 

https://later.com/blog/instagram-influencer-marketing-report/

 

https://blog.hootsuite.com/social-media-trends/

 

https://later.com/blog/optimize-hashtags-on-instagram/

 

https://later.com/blog/influencer-marketing-trends/

 

https://www.awwwards.com/brutalism-brutalist-websites.html