5 Tech Strategies For Small Churches To Thrive
- Trevelyan Owen
- Dec 16, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Apr 20
These strategies are designed to be simple and actionable.
1. Start with a Simple Website
A church website is a virtual experience and having an easy-to-navigate website is crucial. It should focus on answering some common questions, such as:
Who are you? Include the church’s name and a brief description of the mission and values.
Where are you located? Add the church address, a map, and parking details if needed.
When are services? Make sure your service days and times are clear, and notate if you have special services for children or small groups.
What can people expect? Let visitors know what your worship style and culture is like, and how they’ll be welcomed.
How can people contact someone? Provide a way for people to contact you.
2. Use Social Media to Connect
Social media can be another digital gathering space and can be used to post:
* Encouraging verses, devotionals, or quotes
* Announcements for public church events or sermon series
* Photos or stories from your community
* Engagement posts to encourage interaction
3. LiveStream or Record Your Services
Many people check out churches online before they ever walk through the doors. Recording or live-streaming your services lets them experience the event to see if it’s a good fit for them. If recording the worship services feels intimidating, start small by recording a weekly devotional or sermon and posting it online.
4. Use Email for Communication
Email is a simple way to stay in touch with your congregation.
Some ways to use email effectively is to do the following:
Weekly newsletters: Include sermon highlights, prayer requests, and upcoming events.
Encouraging messages: Share a devotional thought or scripture during the week.
Targeted groups: Use email to communicate with specific groups, like volunteers or small group leaders.
5. Simplify Giving with Online Tools
Offering online giving on your website makes it easier for people to support your ministry, whether they’re in service or watching online.
