Whether all ministry happens digitally, or just part, we need to remember some key elements to church life that will help us stay connected as members of one another in the Body of Christ.
In an Age of Digital Church Life Remember These 3 Points
What can you do to further enhance these key elements in all you do, however you do it? You’ll find some thoughts to consider and also some links that take you to other websites to provide additional input.
1) Relationships still matter.
Technology must never take the place of human connections. When Hebrews 10:25 warns about “not giving up meeting together” it’s about more than physically meeting, although that’s very important. It’s about being present in each other’s lives, “encouraging one another – and all the more as you see the Day approaching” in ways that can truly be considered fellowship.
- When using a digital platform, consider how you can still foster relationships.
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2) Engagement still matters.
We know people learn and grow as they participate in the process. Simply watching a worship service provides minimal or no interaction or engagement.
- When using a digital platform, consider how you can incorporate participation within it but also how you can follow-up to enhance engagement.
For More:
- 3 Great Approaches for Engaging Your Church Online
- 4 Ways to Engage an Online Audience
- Keep People Engaged Online – What’s the Secret?
3) Communication still matters.
We want people to continue to feel like they’re a part of the Body. That means we need to communicate with them. We must not, however, assume everyone is getting digital communication.
- When using a digital platform, consider how you can communicate with everyone by reaching out in multiple ways, even by making phone calls or through postal mail.
For More:
- 3 Steps to a Weekly E-Bulletin
- 10 Commandments of Technology and Team (as it relates to communication)
- Why Churches MUST Rethink Communication in a Pandemic World