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Father’s Day is almost here—so here are creative ways your church can celebrate and appreciate dads.
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0:00 - Intro
0:32 - #1: Don't Make Dads a Caricature
3:27 - #2: Have Fathers Recognize Other Fathers
6:13 - #3: Dad Jokes In Pre-Service Slides
7:20 - #4: Create A Reason For Dad's To Spend Time With Their Families After Church
11:24 - #5: Free Coffee For All Dads
12:12 - #6: Supply Bar
14:18 - #7: Favorite Memories From People On Stage
16:55 - #8: Integrate Acknowledgements For Dads In Different Seasons
20:12 - #9: Incorporate Father's Day Elements, But Don't Design Your Entire Service Around It
21:26 - #10: Dedicate Portion Of Giving That Week To Father-Specific Org
22:12 - How To Approach All Of This On Social
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Need summer social media ideas for your church? These 15 proven posts work—no fancy gear required.
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0:00 - Intro
2:18 - Kid POV
4:03 - Blown Away Promo
5:35 - Press This Button
7:48 - When You & Your Best Friend Serve On Different Teams
10:21 - Whisper In The Crowd
12:44 - Camera & Paper Prompt
14:46 - Finding Out If There's Youth This Friday
16:11 - What's Your Vision For This Room?
17:26 - What Not To Do During Worship
19:27 - Sorry, I Have Plans
20:24 - I Give Up. Going To Church.
22:15 - POV: You're Late To Service, But You're Favorite Praise Song Is Playing
23:25 - He Won't ☠️
24:30 - Recharge
26:54 - Volunteer Commitment
IMPORTANT LINK
- Kid POV: https://bit.ly/3SdwW8Y
- Blown Away Promo: https://bit.ly/4ktHg8N
- Press This Button: https://bit.ly/3HgRomN
- When You & Your Best Friend Serve On Different Teams: https://bit.ly/3SJMvVX
- Whisper In The Crowd: https://bit.ly/3F3gncR
- Camera & Paper Prompt: https://bit.ly/3Sdhw4p
- Finding Out If There's Youth This Friday: https://bit.ly/3ZmawGb
- What's Your Vision For This Room?: https://bit.ly/436oONH
- What Not To Do During Worship: https://bit.ly/4kr5fFB
- Sorry, I Have Plans: https://bit.ly/45g8Sd6
- I Give Up. Going To Church: https://bit.ly/4k5Oi3O
- POV. You're late to service, but your favorite praise song is playing: https://bit.ly/43uwCb1
- He Won't ☠️: https://bit.ly/4kdGxsz
- Recharge: https://bit.ly/4dqqB3t
- Volunteer Commitment: https://bit.ly/4dmPrBo
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If I ran your church’s social media, this is the calendar I’d use. It works across platforms, adapts to your time, and scales with your team.
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0:00 - Intro
8:50 - TUE & THUR: Sermon Clip #1 & #2
17:33 - MON: Quote Post
19:20 - WED: Carousel & Text Thread
23:00 - FRI: YouTube Video + Portrait Post #1
25:35 - SAT: Portrait Post #2
30:30 - EXTRA: Blog Post & Book
IMPORTANT LINKS
- Churches keep neglecting *this* social media post: https://youtu.be/3DNs1YYvq2I
- The Church Social Media Masterclass: https://youtu.be/t1g6iMRR_Tk
- Subscribe to our newsletter [The 167]: https://167.prochurchtools.com/
- SocialSermons: https://www.socialsermons.com/
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For 15 years, the story’s been the same: belief is fading. But new data tells a different story. Not just in America—but across the West. Let’s unpack what’s changing and what the Church should do next.
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- The Quiet Revival: Gen Z leads rise in church attendance: https://bit.ly/4jZ3G1j
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From blah to brilliant—5 quick, proven fixes to instantly level up your church announcements. No overhaul needed, just simple tweaks that make a big difference.
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0:00 - Intro
4:15 - The Curveball
8:05 - The Callback
13:15 - The Interview
17:31 - The Interaction
22:18 - The Audible
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Today on the show: 15 things everyone says your church needs on social media. Spoiler — many don’t matter at all. We’re sorting each one: necessary, nice to have, or nonsense. Let’s cut through the noise.
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0:00 - Intro
1:48 - Spring Promotions
5:46 - Facebook Group
7:04 - Consistency
8:51 - Photography Of Church Life
11:18 - DM Automation
13:12 - Skit Reels
18:50 - Meta Verified
20:26 - Following & Engaging With Others
23:30 - Sprinkle Promotions
28:40 - Hashtags
31:42 - Sermon Reels
38:24 - Social Accounts For Ministries
40:52 - Ideal Post Timing
43:15 - X Account
44:30 - TikTok/Threads Account
IMPORTANT LINKS
- ManyChat: https://manychat.com/
- Stop Saying “Link In Bio”! Say This Instead… : https://youtu.be/wEMYlV4ZvPg
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This is Church Branding 101. Learn the difference between brand and branding, exercises to define your church’s identity, and whether branding even belongs in ministry.
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0:00 - Intro
2:02 - The Simplest Way To Understand Branding
3:52 - Brand vs. Branding
5:38 - All Church's Practice Perception Design, Most Just Do It Unintentionally
10:14 - Is Intentionally Practicing Perception Design 'Manipulative?’
12:50 - Your Church Branding Foundation: Purpose/Mission/Vision/Values
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- Email us: [email protected]
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Ministry is shifting, and Millennials are stepping into leadership like never before. But without awareness, we risk repeating the mistakes of those before us. Let’s talk about what’s changing and how to navigate it wisely.
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0:00 - Intro
5:20 - Big Idea #1: Creative Culture Vs. Capitalist Culture
10:10 - Big Idea #2: Millennials No Longer Shape Pop Culture
13:15 - Big Idea #3: Millennials Will Repeat Past Leaders’ Mistakes—But Excuse Themselves
17:15 - Big Idea #4: Some Values To Help Us Navigate This New Era
23:53 - Big Idea #5: Mission Over Method
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- Dupe Photos: https://dupephotos.com
- Eden Church: https://www.instagram.com/edenchurchhouston
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What do you do when your pastor won’t listen? This is a common challenge in churches, and today, we’re sharing five practical approaches to communicate effectively—without being manipulative. These strategies work in churches of all sizes.
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0:00 - Intro
3:02 - The Principle Of Congruency
10:17 - The Middle Option
16:58 - The Historical Analogy
22:45 - The 'Church Across The Street' Example
30:15 - The Testimony
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It’s time to check in on the state of religion and Christianity. We’ve gathered key data-backed trends shaping this decade, including the one denomination that’s growing, the strongest force in American religion, and the most common words in new church names. Let’s dive in.
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0:00 - Intro
1:30 - Trend #1: Church Names
9:40 - Trend #2: The One Denomination That's Growing
16:07 - Trend #3: Young Men Are Now As Religious As Young Women
27:19 - Trend #4: The Strongest Force In American Religion
IMPORTANT LINKS
- Ryan Burge: https://www.drburge.com/
- Ryan Burge | Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/ryanburge
- Graphs about Religion: https://www.graphsaboutreligion.com/
- What's In a Name? Trends in Non-Denominational Church Branding: https://bit.ly/4iJfQL9
- The Assemblies of God: A Denomination That May Be Growing: https://bit.ly/43JmYD1
- Are Young Women Leaving Religion Faster than Young Men?: https://bit.ly/4iLkk3N
- Non-Denominationalism Is the Strongest Force in American Religion: https://bit.ly/41Zvj47
- The American Religious Landscape: Facts, Trends, and the Future: https://amzn.to/3XMZ1a2
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RIP to these social media strategies—they didn’t make it in 2025. If your church is still using them, it’s time to move on. The good news? Dropping outdated tactics frees you up to focus on what truly works. Let’s break it down.
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0:00 - Intro
0:53 - Followers
10:25 - Publishing Posts To Stories
15:00 - Choosing Quantity Over Quality
23:14 - Ignoring The Value Of The Re-Post
29:25 - Ignoring Consistent Branding
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Our 2025 church camera buying guide is here, featuring the best new options of the year. We’ll break down top picks across mirrorless, cinema, studio, PTZ, and camcorders—plus, grab our downloadable camera catalog.
2025 CAMERA CATALOG HERE: https://prochurchtools.com/best-church-cameras-buying-guide
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0:00 - Intro
2:25 - The Best Budget Mirrorless Camera: Panasonic G7 ($497 USD)
6:33 - The Best Overall Mirrorless Camera: Sony A7C II ($2,198 USD)
12:20 - The Best PTZ Camera Money Can Buy: Sony BRC-AM7 ($12,000 USD)
16:23 - The Best Cinematic PTZ Camera: Sony FR7 ($9,699 USD)
21:30 - The Best Camcorder Money Can Buy: Sony PXW-Z200 ($3,988 USD)
27:40 - The Best Overall Cinema Camera: Sony FX30 ($1,598 USD)
30:45 - The Budget Cinema Camera: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K ($995 USD)
IMPORTANT LINKS
- Joel W Smith: https://www.joelwsmith.com
- The Church iPhone Filmmaking Masterclass: https://youtu.be/6OWGVAuYSEk
- Panasonic G7: https://bhpho.to/4ke1WlP
- Sony A7C II: https://bhpho.to/41vZsrw
- Sony BRC-AM7: https://bhpho.to/41wWlQ7
- Sony FR7: https://bhpho.to/4hWiNIc
- Sony PXW-Z200: https://bhpho.to/3XlTdnY
- Sony FX30: https://bit.ly/3SD0jkP
- Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K: https://bit.ly/3wd4U5v
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Recently, I made a social media discovery I never saw coming. We're calling it a hack, but that doesn't quite capture it. This isn't a shortcut—it actually makes social media more human. And for churches, it's a game changer.
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0:00 - Intro
0:50 - DM Automation
5:18 - Pushback on DM Automation
10:54 - My Recent Comment On A Post
14:40 - My Test
25:25 - Church Application
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Here’s what’s working for youth groups on social media in 2025. We’re breaking down strategy, post ideas, and the best youth group accounts to follow for inspiration. Let’s dive in.
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0:00 - Intro
2:17 - Guiding Principle #1: Student Driven
9:19 - Guiding Principle #2: Show Don't Tell
14:39 - Post Idea #1: Mic Up Kid
17:42 - Post Idea #2: Disposable
19:55 - Post Idea #3: Broadcast Channels
23:30 - Post Idea #4: Live Performance
29:35 - Post Idea #5: Bible Trivia
IMPORTANT LINKS
- Pro Church Certified: https://certified.prochurchtools.com/
- How Churches Are Really Reaching Young People with Dr. Kara Powell: https://youtu.be/v6O0USRnwbY
- cravegeneration: https://www.instagram.com/cravegeneration/
- weareamplifyyouth:https://www.instagram.com/weareamplifyyouth/
- Try This Church Photo Trend ASAP: https://youtu.be/ox4FQ3VKrj0
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Strong teams are the backbone of every thriving church. But let’s be honest—building them isn’t always easy. Today, we’re sharing underrated strategies and practical exercises that can help your church cultivate competent, healthy teams that last.
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0:00 - Intro
1:45 - Guiding Principle #1: Churches Thrive By Developing Talent, Not Just Discovering It.
7:13 - Guiding Principle #2: You Need Both Soft Skills And Hard Skills
9:18 - Hard Skill #1: Complex Made Simple
13:20 - Hard Skill #2: Get A Quick Win ASAP
16:22 - Hard Skill #3: Long Obedience In The Same Direction
19:20 - Soft Skill #1: Known & Needed
23:35 - Soft Skill #2: People Will Do Almost Anything To Not Feel Pain
29:30 - Soft Skill #3: Expanding Your Language Expands Your World.
32:33 - Pro Church Certified Deep Dive
IMPORTANT LINKS
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- An Honest Conversation about recruiting volunteers: https://youtu.be/FiyWC4B_lNU
- Loom: https://www.loom.com/
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Got tough church social media questions? Today, we're tackling the most obscure, specific, and church-centric challenges you won’t find answers to in search engines. Let’s bring clarity to your social strategy!
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0:00 - Intro
1:30 - Tips for creating a modular, welcoming, pinned profile banner?
7:02 - How to boost engagement on new church Instagram pages?
9:22 - How frequently should you be posting?
13:32 - Planting a church soon, what should be doing in the lead up on social?
17:30 - Who should be in front of the camera staff-wise?
20:00 - Why did our Facebook engagement drop suddenly?
22:28 - What do we do with bad comments on our church Instagram page?
IMPORTANT LINKS
- Try This Church Photo Trend ASAP: https://youtu.be/ox4FQ3VKrj0
- SocialSermons: https://www.socialsermons.com/
- Exposing Church Social Media Myths!: https://youtu.be/pLOhaisGwTA
- Church Social Media Trends For 2025: https://youtu.be/_lFcU5cL42w
- Nucleus Insiders: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nucleusinsiders/
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Church leadership can be challenging, especially when negativity creeps into your team. Whether it’s one disruptive member or a broader cultural issue, it’s tough to navigate. Today, we’re sharing a practical framework for both preventing and addressing these challenges, based on our combined experiences in ministry and serving churches.
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0:00 - Intro
0:58 - Set the standard yourself
11:30 - Set the standard for communication
17:24 - Align Behavior And Attitude Issues With Your Church's Core Values And Mission
22:15 - Earn Equity
26:24 - Clarify Expectations
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03It’s a new year, so let’s dive into the top social media trends for 2025! We’re tracking six key trends that could shape how your church engages online. And trust us, the first one is a game-changer you’re probably not expecting.
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0:00 - Intro
0:45 - The Anti-Trend
3:25 - The Period Of Stagnation
11:06 - The TikTok Ban15:55 - Social For Search
25:05 - Social For Market Research
32:30 - AI Memes
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Today, we sit down with Jay Kranda, the online pastor of Saddleback Church since 2013. As one of the pioneers of online ministry since the early 2000s, Saddleback has developed unconventional approaches to online church—challenging the conventional wisdom in fascinating ways.
IMPORTANT LINKS
- Jay Kranda: https://www.jaykranda.com/
- Alpha Omega Digital Tool To Help Your Church: https://bit.ly/3DdCyLX
- Online Church Is Not the Answer by Jay Kranda: https://www.jaykranda.com/mybook
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Let’s address some unpopular truths about church online—conversations many avoid but need to have. By confronting these realities, we can better focus our church's efforts and resources for greater impact.
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Table of Contents:
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0:00 - Intro
0:37 - Aesthetic Mismatch
8:08 - Social Media Is A Marathon, Not A Sprint
10:22 - Reaching Locally By Going Broadly
13:15 - Criticism Comes With Social Media
16:15 - You Can’t Outgrow Your Growth
19:04 - Tracking Posts to Guest Visits Is Impossible
24:24 - Boring Posts Often Perform The Best
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- Social Media Hate: How Churches Should Respond!: https://youtu.be/mznF4GqFKJI
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