Thriving strategies for engaging online communities

We’re exploring some similarities and distinctive traits of ministries that are growing in digital spaces. And the good news is that these are easily repeatable action steps for growing your digital ministry. The episode concludes with a list of resources that help to shape an ongoing growth in digital ministry and my understanding of digital culture.

This episode of Pastoring in the Digital Parish is presented by: Safer Sanctuaries: Nurturing Trust within Faith Communities. Safer Sanctuaries is a new and comprehensive resource that continues the tradition of Safe Sanctuaries ministry by building on its trusted policies and procedures. To learn more go to Safer Sanctuaries.org or call 800-972-0433.

Find more resources for your digital ministry toolkit at www.resourceumc.org/digital-parish

In this episode:
(00:00) Welcome to Pastoring in the Digital Parish
(03:14) 1: User-focused information
(09:20) 2: Provide pastoral care
(13:19) 3: They exist for a specific community
(18:32) 4: They elevate leaders online
(20:51) 5: They are who they are… and they admit it
(23:35) Helpful resources for digital ministry
(26:12) Check out our community!