Churches often lag significantly behind other organizations in their use of technology. The time may have come for some to “catch up.” It could be one of the best investments made this year.
For the purposes of this discussion, “technology” refers to enterprise-level operational solutions and Internet-based outreach and communication technologies.
A lot of folks are talking these days about the role of technology in the church…
Churches and ministries are adopting the use of new technologies to reach the world for Christ. As broadband access increases and more mobile devices are rolled out, expect to see more innovation in how outreach ministry is carried out.
We begin Part 2 of our interview with Chance Mason, President of Streaming Faith and 316 Networks, by asking about the future of Christian broadcasting. (The following interview has been edited for clarity and length.)
In the past, ministries relied primarily on radio and television stations for media outreach. Today, churches are using the latest digital technologies to build their own platforms. Many are turning to technology companies for help.
On a personal crusade to help ministries embrace new media as a communication platform, Chance Mason is igniting a movement to transform faith-based outreach in America. (The following interview has been edited for clarity and length.)
During a recent study of church consulting leaders, I was introduced to Will Mancini, clarity evangelist and founder of Auxano, a firm that guides churches in the area of vision. I got in touch with Will to learn more about his process and to share my passion for pursuing God’s vision for technology in church.
This year Auxano launched Vision co::Lab, a learning community of pastors and church leaders that meets one day a month over a six month period to focus on the process of defining and communicating vision. Expressing interest in the Vision Pathway principles and coaching strategy for teaching them, the door opened for me to participate in the Houston co::Lab.
Five reasons I am looking forward to participating in this unique learning environment:
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is exploding in the church. It’s affecting all aspects of church life. Churches are racing to keep up.
Because technology is also impacting how the gospel is communicated, this is a race many pastors and church leaders deeply desire to win. With the right preparation, they can!
Gordon is focused on the intersection of communication technologies and church growth. Here he looks at best practices for using media, marketing and collaboration to build community.
