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Tech In Church PodcastUsing AI and Tech Tools to Connect and Serve in Church with Randalin Ward Ep3.9Have you ever wondered how tech can help your church connect better? How can AI not just aid but multiply your ministry efforts? Are there proven tech tools that can help you save time and focus more on your flock?In this episode, we're joined by Randalin Ward, the Member Support Manager at Text In Church, who has some pretty cool insights on these questions. We’re going to pick her brains on all things AI and tech in the church, from favorite tools to strategic usage. She gives us a t...2023-12-2532 minTech In Church PodcastUnderstanding the Options for Church Texting with Caleb Miller Ep3.8In the world of church communications, technology has completely changed the game. Texting, in particular, is a standout tool, allowing direct engagement with congregations and communities.Today's conversation with the Chief Experience Officer at Text In Church, Caleb Miller, sheds light on the dynamic options available for effective communication within church communities.Our discussion delves deep into the intricate world of cell phone carriers and their profound impact on our ability to effectively communicate with our church community. Caleb takes us through the crucial process of verifying phone numbers, shedding light on its significance for...2023-12-1121 minTech In Church PodcastLeveraging Technology for Prayer and Community Building with Stephanie Murphy Ep3.7The use of technology in prayer and community building is not a new concept, but its significance has grown immensely in recent years. This episode explores the ways in which technology is being harnessed to strengthen prayer practices and foster a sense of community among believers.We have Stephanie Murphy from Stonebridge Church to offer valuable insights on leveraging technology to enhance ministry. Having been at the forefront of this endeavor, Stephanie's experiences shed light on the challenges they encountered and the strategies they implemented to stay connected during these transformative times.We...2023-11-2721 minTech In Church PodcastHow Talk In Church Transforms Church Communication with April Buske Ep3.06We all know that effective communication is at the heart of every thriving church community. In this episode, we explore how Talk In Church is transforming church communication, making it more efficient and effective.We're excited to have April Buske, a former church communicator turned Talk In Church Member Success Manager, as our special guest. With a background in marketing and over a decade of experience in the church, April shares her journey and the challenges of wearing multiple hats within the church. She underscores the significance of boundaries and flexibility in church co...2023-11-1336 minTech In Church PodcastHow to Transform Mission Work with Text in Church with Zac Minton Ep3.05Do you ever wonder how technology can be used to help you in your mission work? Have you been looking for ways to build a stronger sense of community within your congregation? We kick off Season 3 of this podcast by discussing the innovative use of Text in Church in missionary work. In this heartwarming yet humorous episode, we chat with Zac Minton, a church planter and a loving inspiration to all. He shares with us his unique missionary structure and how Text in Church has played a pivotal role in supporting his work...2023-10-3037 minTech In Church PodcastUtilizing Google Ad Grants for Church Outreach with Molly Pelic Ep3.04The digital landscape can be intimidating, especially for church leaders and communicators who are new to the world of online marketingOne powerful tool at their disposal is Google Ad Grants, a program that offers free advertising to eligible nonprofit organizations, including churches. Essentially, it functions like a gift card for Google Ads, providing a substantial monthly advertising budget of $10,000. This budget renews each month, contingent on maintaining an active account. With this grant, churches can effectively utilize Google Ads to promote their ministries and events, connecting with a wider audience and spreading their message e...2023-10-1634 minTech In Church PodcastUsing Technology to Expand Ministry Impact with Stuart Smith Ep3.03Embracing technology does not mean sidelining traditional values or practices. Instead, it offers an opportunity for ministries to reach broader audiences and make a more significant impact in today's interconnected world. In today's episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Stuart Smith, director of International Student Ministries Canada in London, Ontario, to discuss how technology, specifically Text In Church, has helped him and his team to use technology to reach international students and expand their ministry impact.Stuart highlighted the power of automated workflows in tools like Text In Church. They save you...2023-10-0346 minTech In Church PodcastHow to Really Assimilate People into the Church Community with Robbey Smith Ep3.02Inviting people to church is easy; assimilating people into the church community is the challenging part. Most church leaders can’t help but ask, “How can we stop people from leaving our church?” The answer may surprise you, but it’s really possible to pull off. We’ve invited no less than Robbey Smith, the Lead Pastor at the Redemption Church. He joins our conversation to discuss the power of ‘low-budget’ church technology, the assimilation process for new attendees, and the importance of intentional growth strategies. Pastor Robbey’s got plenty of these strategies in his playbook. We’re excited to...2023-09-1949 minTech In Church PodcastSeason 3 Preview with Tech in ChurchWelcome to Season 3 of the Tech in Church Podcast!We are so excited to bring you another season of helping church leaders and communicators go from frazzled to focused! That’s because we’ve taken our conversations to a higher notch this time around.In this episode, we’ll share with you the reasons and insights you should look forward to from our podcast guests who are ministry leaders just like you.Moreover, you’ll finally watch the Tech in Church team along with our special guests on our YouTube Channel. Speaking...2023-09-0518 minTech In Church PodcastSeason 2 Wrap-up/Tech In Church Ep 2.09It’s officially a wrap for Season 2 of Text In Church! While we’re at it, the Tech In Church team finds it prudent to take a trip down Season 2’s memory lane and reflect on lessons from fellow multiple-hat-wearing church communicators and leaders. We’re blessed to have learned more about unfailing stewardship and innovative use of technology at church.All these insights just make us even more excited to bring you Season 3 soon. For now, join Jeanette and Nina as we take time to look back and look forward to helping connect pe...2023-05-1635 minTech In Church PodcastPlanning Church Work with Tech Tools and the Right Strategies with Caleb Miller Ep 2.08Have you ever wondered how church communicators keep up with all their responsibilities but still have time to focus on the things they love?It’s a life that’s hard to imagine now but is still possible to attain. With the help of tech tools and the right philosophy, soon enough, you’ll see the results of what it means to be a focused church communicator. And it all starts with planning what we can do with the time that is given to us.There’s no better person to shed light on this matter t...2023-05-0925 minTech In Church PodcastTech Tools to Get You Less Frazzled and More Focused As Church Leaders Ep 2.07Are you curious how church communicators and leaders put tech tools into action? Over the past episodes, you’ve listened to some remarkable church leaders share how they use technology as an integral part of church communications. This time, we’ll take you inside how we, a tech company, became more people-oriented and ministry-efficient through the power of technology.You’re in for a treat in this conversation as Jeanette and Nina walk through some of the best tech tools that’ll help you go from frazzled to focused church leaders. This is an episode you can’...2023-05-0239 minTech In Church PodcastHow to Use the Tangibles and Technology Connection to Disciple People at Church with Liz Dolan Ep 2.06Discipling people at church is really challenging. In fact, the challenge of discipleship may throw church leaders off their day-to-day personal and ministry rhythms. Fortunately, innovative approaches to the use of technology at church can save the day.To show us how technology can aid church leaders and communicators in their pursuit of discipleship, we’ve invited Liz Dolan, an executive pastor at New Life Church. In this episode, Pastor Liz will share practical and spiritual applications of technology to disciple people at church.Tune in to another can’t-miss episode with the Text In Chur...2023-04-2533 minTech In Church PodcastHow to Be a Kingdom Builder through Talent and Technology While in a Transition Period with Mike Elliot Ep 2.05Every church leader reaches a point of a much-needed pause, then a transition before the hoped revival. These periods of transition, whatever the reason behind them may be, present opportunities for growth and service as a kingdom builder, even if you don’t have any formal titles. It’s just all about seeking ways to help the church with your talent and the help of technology. This episode’s guest, Mike Elliot—a Kids’ Ministry Pastor, ordained minister, and tech enthusiast—shares with us how it is possible to continue serving the church while you’re transitioning to something gr...2023-04-1831 minTech In Church PodcastHow to Leverage Technology for Automating Church Communications with Natalee Butler Ep 2.04There’s no doubt about it—you can go from frazzled to focused in all your church communications efforts on a long-term basis. All it takes is the right tools and mindset to stay organized.In this episode, Natalee Butler, a church connections and youth coordinator at Good Samaritan Lutheran Church, hopes to inspire multiple hats-wearing church leaders on how churches can maximize technology for more church communication opportunities. Tune in to this eye-opening episode with the Text In Church team and our special guest, Natalee Butler. You’ll be amazed at how you can potenti...2023-04-1129 minTech In Church PodcastHow to Communicate on a Personal Level with Your Church Using Technology with Amy Wilson Payne Ep 2.03Honest conversations, real connections, and healthy relationships—they’re all hard to get these days, especially at church. That’s because if you want to genuinely communicate with people at church, you must do so at a personal level. And technology, despite all the opinions against it, can actually help you communicate at a personal level with the people at church. Allow our good guest, Amy Wilson Payne, the Discipleship Pastor at Victory Hill, to show you the ‘why’ and ‘how’ of this matter in this episode. It’s time to join the Text In Church crew and...2023-04-0428 minTech In Church PodcastKeeping Up with Church-wide Communications through Technology with Victoria Counterman Ep 2.02Communicating at a church-wide scale can really be challenging without the right attitude and resources. That's why so many churches have jumped on the tech train to keep everyone connected and involved.In this episode, Victoria Counterman, a church communications manager, shares the many facets of church communications ministry and how technology has improved church-wide communications. Join us in another faith-filled and practical episode with the Text In Church team and guest, Victoria Counterman, so you can see for yourself how you can use technology to keep up with church-wide communications.Specifically, t...2023-03-2829 minTech In Church PodcastBuilding Systems with Technology for Your Church with Josiah Petermann Ep 2.01Are you frequently overwhelmed by all the hats you wear at church? You can end that cycle today by establishing your systems with the help of technology for your church. In that way, you can ensure consistency and efficiency across your ministries.Discover engaging lessons through our podcast’s guest, Josiah Petermann, a connections pastor at Christ Community Church in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. This episode is filled with practical insights about church technology, relationships, and faith. Above all, you’ll see the importance of building church systems to help you outlast any challenge. Tune in to this...2023-03-2134 minTech In Church PodcastKnown, Noticed, and Loved: A Conversation with Nina & Jeanette Ep 1.08In this exciting episode of the Tech In Church podcast, Jeanette and Nina take a deep dive into what it means to be ‘known, noticed, and loved’. They discuss the power of guest follow-up, the importance of a positive member experience, and how to use communication to connect successfully with your church community and build long-lasting, positive relationships. You will hear how Text In Church can enable you to do all these things and how you can be intentional and relevant while building and feeling a real connection, so make sure to tune in today for all this and more...2022-12-0915 minTech In Church PodcastPractical Ways to Deepen Relationships with Technology with Jen Swindell Ep 1.07Welcome back to another episode of Tech In Church! In today’s episode, one of our Text In Church members, Jen Swindell from Asberry Church in North Carolina shares what she calls measurable praises that she experienced using Text In Church to connect with her community and build better relationships. As we continue with our chat, we share with listeners how they can take Jen’s inspiring stories to create their own measurable results! Don’t miss out, tune in now!Key Points From This Episode:How Jen and her team customized our automated outreach event workfl...2022-12-0818 minTech In Church PodcastA NEW Tech Tool for Churches with Caleb Miller from Text In Church Ep 1.06Our job at Text In Church is focused on helping people connect with their communities. Today on the show, we talk about something brand-new for our churches. It is something revolutionary, and there is no better person to talk about that today than our guest, Caleb Miller! Caleb is not only the CXO of Text In Church but has also spent time actively involved in ministry and was previously on staff at his church for several years. Join us as we throw hot potato questions at Caleb regarding the launch of our new product, Talk In Church, and Caleb...2022-12-0815 minTech In Church PodcastUsing Technology to Build Relationships for Churches with Alex Card Ep 1.05Welcome back to the Tech In Church Podcast, your home for tips on how to make a huge, long-term impact in your ministry by using technology the right way. In today’s episode, we hear all about how Alex Card used Text In Church to stay connected with her church community during the pandemic shutdown. You’ll learn how technology helped her form even deeper connections with her congregation and the greater community. We are reminded that God is peace and are shown how technology can be used to reiterate God’s presence in our lives. Our hosts, Nina and Je...2022-12-0712 minTech In Church PodcastHow a Small Church Uses Technology to Communicate with Members with Becky Friberg Ep 1.04Welcome back to another episode of the Tech In Church Podcast, where we give you advice on how to use technology the right way in order to have a huge, long-term impact on your ministry. Today, our hosts Jeanette and Nina discuss how Becky Friberg uses Text In Church to stay connected with her congregation. As we listen to Becky’s interview with Text In Church CEO Tyler Smith, we learn how using two forms of communication leads to better engagement, and what an automated workflow is. You’ll come to understand how easy it is to use the Text...2022-12-0713 minTech In Church PodcastUsing Tech Tools for Seasonal Devotional Series with Josh Gribble Ep 1.03Today on the show we take a look at how to use technology for a devotional series with Josh Gribble, who serves in a church in Conyers, Georgia. In our conversation, Josh describes how he uses Text In Church to help him connect with his church members and support them along their spiritual journeys. He also reflects on what he’s learned from his latest seasonal devotion. Tuning in you’ll hear our breakdown of how you can incorporate his strategy into your church communications. You’ll gain insight into how best to use email and text in your commun...2022-12-0609 minTech In Church PodcastFollow Up Strategies for Small Churches with Carley Moore Ep 1.02In this episode of Tech In Church, we are talking about small church communications with Pastor Carley Moore, who uses Text In Church to help him with pastoral care. We break down how you too can incorporate his strategy into your church communication, to ensure you spend more time building relationships and focusing on the very things that got you into ministry in the first place. Join us today!Key Points From This Episode:Pastor Carley shares what it’s like to be a small church pastor and how Text In Church helped him in his mi...2022-12-0607 minTech In Church PodcastFollowing Up with Church Guests After Big Events with Caleb Oliver Ep 1.01Welcome back to the Tech In Church podcast! Today we’re talking about all things guest communications with Caleb Oliver. He is here to tell you how to use tech to communicate with his community and church attendees before and after they come to the church. Tune in to hear how you can use his strategies; not just for those big events like Easter, but all through the year. Tune in today to hear how Caleb moved from a big catch-all event to a small on-ramp with specific roadways to enter their church community. You’ll also receive two grea...2022-11-1716 minTech In Church PodcastTrailer - The Tech In Church PodcastWelcome to the Tech In Church Podcast, brought to you by Text In Church! Join your hosts, Nina Hampton and Jeanette Yates, as they interview church and ministry leaders about how they use technology to make an impact in the Kingdom of God. This show is all about helping you find shortcuts and systems to make technology work for your ministry. If you are ready to make a huge long-term ministry impact using technology the right way, then you are in the right place! Be sure to stay tuned as we explore the exciting terrain overlap between technology and...2022-11-1601 min