Prior to 2020, many churches may have questioned the need for streaming their service online or engaging digitally with their church. However, after the year we’ve had, there’s no question about the importance of it, or really, the necessity for it!  Knowing that it’s important is one thing, but how do you engage in online church services? What does that practically look like? How can you intentionally connect with your church family and visitors digitally?  We sat down with Hunter Sims, the Director of Communications and Outreach for a church in Florida (and a part of the Church Mar ..read more

For today’s blog, we sat down with Hunter Sims, the Director of Communications and Outreach for a church in Florida (and a part of the Church Marketing Simplified team). He handles all of the church’s internal and external marketing, social media, and production/technology to help oversee the broadcasting.  We’re taking this conversation to the next level as we discuss how COVID has impacted churches in regards to communication. What do you do when you find out that someone who attended one of your services tests positive the next day? How do you communicate and handle that?  Hunter ..read more

With the year 2020 coming to a close and the New Year about to start, it’s the perfect opportunity for reflection. This season in general is the perfect opportunity to take some extra time to reflect and be grateful for the ultimate gift in God giving us His one and only Son! We can reflect on all that God has done for us and is continuing to do in and through us, our ministries and our church. COVID has drastically affected churches this year more than anyone could have imagined, and many of us are eagerly looking ahead to next year. But it’s important to take time to look back before rushing ..read more

When it comes to advancing the Kingdom and evangelizing, many church leaders don’t think of social media as one of the most powerful tool. There’s a lot about evangelism that has stayed the same since Jesus’ time, but there are also methods of sharing the gospel that have advanced with technology. It’s true that one-on-one discipleship or a face-to-face conversation may be the best way to share the gospel with someone, but it’s not the only way.  Not only is social media free (outside of ads), but it’s an effective tool in reaching our current generation. Now, you may be wondering how you ..read more

This year, Christmas may look a little different, but it doesn’t take away from what Christmas represents for believers. In addition, people who don’t normally attend regular Sunday services are more likely to attend a Christmas service than any other time during the year; and although this year may deter some of those people, there are still plenty of people in your community who are looking to celebrate Christmas at church this year. Whether you’re providing only online services, only in-person or both, these ideas will help you better promote them. A Christmas service is a great opportunity ..read more

For smaller churches looking to grow their congregation, an innovative and cheap way to let your community know about your church is by utilizing your website and social media. Think of it as “free” marketing opportunities! Obviously, word of mouth is always a great way to invite new people to your church. But why not provide your members with easy and shareable “ways” of inviting their family, friends and co-workers to church.  Utilize pre-made social media graphics to invite people to your Sunday services. Create an Instagram and Facebook post and encourage your members to simply share ..read more

Here at Church Marketing Simplified, we share a lot of tips about what you should do to improve your impact and influence on social media. However, today, we’re going to share what you should never do on your church’s social media accounts! We know that many churches don’t have a full-time Marketing/PR Director to handle social media. Oftentimes, this responsibility falls to someone on church staff with a million other responsibilities, on an intern or on a volunteer. Sometimes it’s difficult to remember everything you’re supposed to do when it comes to social media; and sadly, it only takes o ..read more

No one could have foreseen our present day circumstances where so many churches have stopped gathering together in person and shifted to online services. A lot of people talk about how the church isn't where you meet and it isn't a building, it’s what you do and who you are as a body of believers. But how can churches fellowship and grow together in community when they can’t even meet in person?  A great way to stay connected with your church body during these crazy times is through social media. There are a number of ways to leverage social media to encourage your church family to contin ..read more

We’re going to venture and say that as a church, you desire to grow your congregation — both in the sense that you’re helping your church family grow in their faith while also literally growing the number of members within your church. Whether you’re a fan of social media or not, it’s irrefutable that it’s a relevant and vital tool that churches should be using. It can help keep your church family up-to-date about events, allow you to stay in-touch with what’s going on in your members’ lives, encourage people throughout the week, and reach the local community and new people! Social media can h ..read more

Do you hope to see your church grow, reaching and influencing more people and younger generations with the Good News? In the digital world in which we live, one of the most effective ways to do this is by marketing your church online. As a pastor or church leader, you have many responsibilities and maybe you don’t have the time, skills or capacity to focus on marketing your church.  That’s understandable! By hiring a Christian marketing agency, such as Marketing with Wisdom, you will be able to continue focusing on the needs of your church and congregation, while an outside agency helps d ..read more