How to respond to those who mock and laugh
Christianity is under attack. But it's nothing new. We have to remember that. And, in keeping with Christ's example, we must respond appropriately. How do we do that? (more…)
Category: external communication
Saturday Rewind: Billboards for Jesus
Billboards aren't cheap. And they work best when they're in the right place with the right message at the right time. Here's a way to save a lot of money on billboards and be more ....
“The message was all wrong, but did you see the paint color?”
Several years ago, a friend of mine was determined to open a coffee shop. He wanted it to be a place where people would hang out, relax, study. Maybe host some poetry readings. A place ....
Ministry Development: Schedule key meetings to gauge the needs of your community
It's easy to get sidetracked. Sometimes churches get so involved with meeting the needs of the congregation that it's tough to find the time to assess and meet the needs of the community. If it's ....
Church Marketing: 3 keys to an effective social media strategy
1. One person 2. Another person 3. A conversation When it comes to church marketing, the best social media strategy is a simple conversation between two people. Why make it so tough? (more…)
Travel troubles and holiday hassles: Christmastime church marketing tip 5 of 5
Today we finish our weeklong series of church marketing tips for the Christmas season. These tips focus on what we can do individually to reach out to neighbors and share Christ’s love with those we ....
Small Gesture, Big Reward: Christmastime church marketing tips 1 of 5
This week, I'd like to offer a few easy church marketing tips for the Christmas season. These will be focused on what we can do individually to reach out to neighbors and share Christ's love ....
Church Marketing on Election Day
It's Election Day. It's an important time in America. But, for me, Election Day can be a day of reflection. (more…)
Church Marketing: A Tale of Two Envelopes
The other day I went to my mailbox at work and there were two business-sized envelopes in there. The first had a preprinted return address in the upper left corner. My address was typed on ....
Saturday Rewind: Trunk or Treats: What’s the catch?
Originally posted on Sept. 26, 2012. Our church puts on a great Trunk or Treat. And, I'll be honest, Halloween has long been my favorite holiday. You get to dress up like your favorite ....