Social Media
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Posted on May 20, 2013, 11:48 am
Topics: Social Media
Using social media well is more than setting up an account and pushing out information about yourself or organization. By nature it’s relational. Whether you’re new to social media, or someone who’s been doing it for years, here are five things to consider that could make your online relationships stronger.
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Posted on March 25, 2013, 12:18 pm | 1 comment
Topics: Social Media
In upcoming weeks, Facebook will roll out a redesigned, less cluttered News Feed to users, and there are some things your church needs to think about to be ready. While it’s hard to know exactly how the modifications will affect how you administer your Facebook page, here are a few things to consider.
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Posted on March 12, 2013, 7:02 pm | 2 comments
Topics: Social Media
Twitter may not be the biggest social media platform, but it’s growing. Its short-form, 140-character style of posting makes it a unique arena to quickly communicate with your followers. If your church is thinking about tweeting, here are a few things to consider as you get started.
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Posted on February 28, 2013, 3:16 pm
Topics: Social Media
There is an art to creating a social media page. You have header images to make, background pictures to add and content to create before you can even start sharing. Here's a free guide to help you figure out the sizing of all those different images so you can get the most out of your various social media sites.
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Posted on February 13, 2013, 6:39 am | 4 comments
Topics: Preaching, Social Media
Two weeks ago I was privileged to sit in on a consultation on preaching hosted by my colleagues. One theme we circled back to often had to with the use of social media in the preaching event. Many of us who were at the consultation had been pastors of congregations in the past and we admitted to each other that it's an odd thought to ponder someone in a pew Tweeting about a sermon even as we are delivering it...
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Posted on January 22, 2013, 12:00 pm | 1 comment
Topics: Social Media
Last week, Facebook gave a preview of its new search feature that looks for answers by exploring your Facebook experience as well as what your friends have shared. While Google searches the entire web, Facebook Graph Search gives you results based solely on your Facebook social life. It’s personalizing search.
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Posted on December 6, 2012, 11:46 am
Topics: Social Media
Managing a Facebook page has become a frustratingly depressing task for many. But like many things we do, managing a Facebook page isn’t easy. You have to look at how all the features of Facebook work together and also understand the realities of how Facebook fits into your overall communication strategy.
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Posted on August 23, 2012, 1:05 pm | 1 comment
Topics: Social Media
It’s tempting to link all of your social media accounts together. If you post something to Facebook, it’s simple to have it automatically feed to Twitter. While linking accounts may feel like a way to simplify your work flow, I would argue it’s weakening the community and impact of your social media accounts.
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Posted on August 9, 2012, 12:14 pm | 2 comments
Topics: Social Media
One of the biggest changes Facebook has made in recent memory is the switch to Timeline. With that came the ability to upload a cover photo that displays across the top of your Facebook Page. This large, central picture is sure to make a strong first impression to your Facebook friends. Yet, some churches aren’t utilizing that space the best they can.
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Posted on May 7, 2012, 3:15 pm | 6 comments
Topics: Social Media
Churches are increasingly investing more time into social media. It can be a great way to connect with members, regular attenders and new folks in a place where people are already hanging out. Whether you’re just getting started in social media or have been at it for awhile, here are three tips for avoiding a few common mistakes.
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Posted on April 5, 2012, 10:38 am
Topics: Social Media
In the church world, there are lots of things we do for the sake of communicating with first-time visitors. We add snazzy “I’m New Here” buttons to our website. We create slick brochures as part of a welcome packet. Now there’s one more thing to add to the list: Facebook Timeline.
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Posted on March 21, 2012, 4:27 pm | 1 comment
Topics: Church Websites, Social Media
Easter is a time of year when people are more receptive to going to church. And we also know the number one way people find a church is through a personal invite. So as Easter is quickly approaching, it’s time to make sure you’re equipping your members with ways to share your church
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Posted on March 6, 2012, 3:26 pm | 2 comments
Topics: Social Media
It was rumored for some time, but now it’s a reality. Facebook has launched the Timeline feature for brand pages. That includes your church’s page. Here are some tips to help you get started.
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Posted on February 4, 2012, 4:55 pm
Topics: Social Media
Do any of you use texting in your church? I think it’s a promising idea. Some churches encourage texting during church services, some use it for sending news, encouragement, prayer requests, whatever information they wish to share. What’s going on out there in your world?
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Posted on December 6, 2011, 10:36 am
Topics: Social Media
An article by Joyce Suh reminds us that being “wired” presents a danger “of gradually cutting ourselves off from the blessing that comes with being face-to-face with another human being and from being face-to-face with God.” As we begin the Christmas season, it is good to remind ourselves of what is the most important in our lives, and to “turn our eyes upon Jesus.”
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