Social Media Church Podcast

The idea of a “sports ministry” may not be widely known, but it involves merging a passion for sports with the love for Jesus and His followers. This is what Sports Spectrum is all about – shining a light on the intersection of faith and sports.  Sports Spectrum is an interview-driven podcast hosted by former ESPN Senior Producer Jason Romano. He came to realize that there were people doing his work, but for a greater purpose. This realization called him to start something similar, but for God this time. In this episode of the Social Media Church Podcast, Jason Romano of the Sports Spectrum Podcast, shares his experience listening to God’s call for him to transition out from one job to another — one that involved his passion for both sports and for God. Show Notes: Aaron Magnuson Facebook Aaron Magnuson Twitter Aaron Magnuson Instagram Aaron Magnuson LinkedIn Aaron Magnuson Clubhouse Aaron Magnuson TikTok DK Hammonds Facebook DK Hammonds YouTube DK Hammonds Twitter DK Hammonds Instagram Jason Romano Website

Many believe technology use in the church started only in the last century. However, it didn't just begin with radio broadcasts and TV evangelism; it dates back to the Old Testament, when God’s people used various tools to communicate messages from God. One example was when Noah built an ark to deliver a message from God.  Today, the tech-mediated ministry is evident in social media, live streaming of church services, mobile apps, and more. While many churches rush to reach high engagement, some people believe that what matters most are the stories of lives changed. Churches often focus on the quantitative side, but it's essential to consider the qualitative aspect.   In this episode of the Social Media Podcast, Heath Woolman, Chief of Staff and Instructor at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, TX., and Bryan Barrineau, Student Pastor of FBC Enterprise, share their insights based on their study of Technology-Mediated Ministry and its role in fulfilling the Great Commission. They also discuss how churches and

While the mission of the Church doesn’t change, the technology needs of churches everywhere is constantly changing. One company that is working to improve the way churches and ministries operate through technology is Ministry Brands.  Ministry Brands has a fairly long history in the church technology space, but they are also on the verge of pioneering a new approach on how to better serve churches through software development. This includes church management systems, online giving, and mobile apps designed for ministry application. In this episode of the Social Media Podcast, Nils Smith sat down with Nathan James to discuss what they're up to at Ministry Brands in 2023.  Join the conversation on social media by sharing your thoughts and using the hashtag #SMCPodcast.   Show Notes: Nils Smith WebsiteNils Smith Facebook Nils Smith Twitter Nils Smith Instagram Nils Smith LinkedIn Nathan James Facebook Nathan James LinkedIn Ministry Brands Amplify Ministry Brands Facebook Ministry Brands Instagram Ministry Brands

Guess who’s changing the game with online ministry? Mariners Church. With everything going digital these days, churches are exploring the potential of expanding online. Having an online presence means getting to connect with people from all over the world beyond just your physical church. It's a great way to connect with members and share the Gospel with more people.   Hop on in this conversation with Justin Herman, a remote online pastor in Arizona with experience in serving an online church in California. His expertise in the online church community with Mariners Church is more than what we need to know to kickstart the journey toward having a digital church. Show Notes: Nils Smith WebsiteNils Smith Facebook Nils Smith Twitter Nils Smith Instagram Nils Smith LinkedIn Justin Herman Instagram Justin Herman EmailDigital Coffee with Justin Mariners Online Instagram Mariners Church Social Media Church Discord Amplify Social Media  

If you’re an audio-based enthusiast, you’d probably heard about Clubhouse. Clubhouse blew up fast during the pandemic and became the talk of the town as celebrities, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders all flocked in to host live discussions on the audio-based social media app.The social media app attracted many high-profile personalities, and for a time, it provided a unique way for people worldwide to interact, connect, and engage.   But Clubhouse's success was short-lived due to the declining quality of content, as the platform became overrun with spammers. The app's exclusivity also hindered its growth, and it failed to pay creators while it still had the opportunity. Twitter and Facebook also started to launch their own audio-only features, competing against Clubhouse’s exclusivity.     Tune in this podcast episode as, DK Hammonds shares with Nils Smith and Aaron Magnuson what he thinks were the reasons for the rise and fall of Clubhouse. Show Notes: Aaron Magnuson Facebook Aaron Magnuson Twitter Aaron

Posting full sermons online has become standard for most churches, but short-form video has taken over social media, and churches have struggled to keep up. The content is in the sermon, but the time required to edit horizontal to vertical while finding the right clips, editing the captions, and everything in between is no small task! In this podcast, Corey Alderin explains how they’ve simplified the process of creating short-form content from sermons and why they’ve done it with the trends on TikTok, Instagram, and even YouTube.  Show Notes: Nils Smith Website Nils Smith Facebook Nils Smith Twitter Nils Smith Instagram Nils Smith LinkedIn Corey Alderin Website Corey Alderin Facebook Corey Alderin LinkedIn Sermon Shots Sermon Shots Tiktok Sermon Shots YouTube Book Brush Telling Ministries Social Media Church Discord Social Media Church Webinar Amplify Social Media

The big debate in church technology is whether to have an app or not. It’s still a conversation that needs to be discussed by leaders and pastors alike, especially those who seek to innovate their church culture. Churches now have access to good technology more than ever. There are plenty of opportunities for ministries to conveniently reach out to their community. However, not many see the advantages of having a church app. It may not be for all, but it is crucial to understand its importance and the advantages of having both a church app and a church website.  Watch the latest episode of the Social Media Church Podcast as Nils Smith and Drew Landrum of SecureGive talk about how church leaders can leverage a mobile app, the importance of the security of digital properties, and the future of HTML5 websites. Join us in this conversation!   Show Notes: Nils Smith Website Nils Smith Facebook Nils Smith Twitter Nils Smith Instagram Nils Smith LinkedIn Drew Landrum Facebook Drew Landrum Twitter Drew Landrum Inst

Empowering women has been a focus in different industries but it's not always talked about within the church. We believe it's time we start a conversation as women offer tremendous value to the faith community.  Women in the church are important so it's a must that churches include them and to allow them to use their talents and gifts for the fulfillment of the Great Commission. Women can do so much more!  It's time that women are given different opportunities in the ministry. Women are encouraged to become the people God wants them to be, just as how we empower men the same way. By empowering everyone and not just women, the church can become a community that fully reflects the love of God.  Watch this episode of the Social Media Church Podcast as Nils Smith and Katie Allred have an interesting conversation about empowering women in the ministry. Learn why churches should give more opportunities to women beyond the kitchen and the home.  Join us in this conversation!   Show Notes: Nils Smith Website Nils S

Many people say that a church doesn’t need to worry about reviews. But we think otherwise. It doesn’t matter if reviews are on Yelp, Google, or any other social media platform. A review is still a review—and it matters.  Pastors and leaders must understand that reviews can affect the church more than you think. They don’t exactly tell the world how God is moving in your community, but they tell you that some things ought to change.  Reviews by real people–newcomers, regular churchgoers, volunteers, and staff–should matter more. Every opportunity should be an avenue to improve and encourage others in telling how the church has made an impact in their lives.  Watch this episode of the Social Media Church Podcast as Nils Smith and Aaron Magnuson discuss getting reviews online. Learn why you shouldn’t ignore the feedback you receive, what you can do, and how you can highlight the work that God is doing.  Join us in this conversation!   Show Notes: Aaron Magnuson Facebook Aaron Magnuson Twitter Aaron Magnuson Inst

There are many things we've predicted to trend this 2023 but we didn't see this one coming. ChatGPT.  An AI-powered conversational partner, ChatGPT is just one of the many smart tools that are being utilized by businesses today. This state-of-the-art system depends on artificial intelligence to process natural language.   AI has been around for decades but it's only in the last few years that such a technology is rapidly changing the world. It's not only for businesses but also for personal use. It has been the talk of the town for quite a while now and there have been a lot of conversations going on around it.. If you've tried it already, then you know that it's surprisingly very fast and smart for a new technology on the rise. ChatGPT is now used by millions of people in the tech space. Definitely, it's a useful tool but like any platform, there are still quite a few downsides. Beyond the disadvantages, the church community can still use it to accomplish the goal of advancing the Gospel. It just depends on

We’re talking about MrBeast! Yes, the 24-year-old YouTube star Jimmy Donaldson aka MrBeast is our topic for today. But why him, you ask? Because we think he’s so relevant and that churches could learn a lot from him.  Our host Nils Smith has recently done a deep-dive into MrBeast and what he is doing. The famous influencer’s reach is just massive –getting an average of 100 to 200 million views on every episode. What he’s doing is fascinating and pastors and church leaders could look at his examples and learn from them.  Watch the latest episode of the Social Media Podcast and find out more about what MrBeast does as hosts Nils Smith and Aaron Magnuson discuss how he makes money, his generosity, and what the church can do better to reach more people for the Gospel. Join Social Media Church hosts Nils Smith and Aaron Magnuson as they talk about how MrBeast’s tactics can also be used by the churches.   Show Notes: Aaron Magnuson Facebook Aaron Magnuson Twitter Aaron Magnuson Instagram Aaron Magnuson LinkedIn

Podcasts aren’t outdated; they’re even becoming more popular than ever. It’s another social media strategy your church should try.  Churches should also do podcasting  as there are many opportunities around it. So, if you’ve started thinking about doing it, it’s crucial that you understand your “why,” identify your niche, and know the techniques you can apply.  Watch this new episode of the Social Media Podcast to find out as hosts Nils Smith and Aaron Magnuson discuss podcasting, how they started, and how churches can leverage this practice.  Join Social Media Church hosts Nils Smith and Aaron Magnuson as they talk about how podcasts can be part of your church’s social media strategy.    Show Notes: Aaron Magnuson Facebook Aaron Magnuson Twitter Aaron Magnuson Instagram Aaron Magnuson LinkedIn Aaron Magnuson Clubhouse Aaron Magnuson Facebook Aaron Magnuson Twitter Aaron Magnuson Instagram Aaron Magnuson LinkedIn Aaron Magnuson Clubhouse Aaron Magnuson TikTok Nils Smith Facebook Nils Smith Twitter Nils Smit

This 2023, short-form content videos will be king!  We’ve seen how short-form or vertical videos like Tiktok, YouTube Shorts, Facebook, and Instagram Reels became popular this year. And we believe they should be part of your church’s social media strategy, too.  A short-form video strategy for your brand is a must. It’s an easy way for audience to consume bite-sized content, paving a way to communicate efficiently and spread more information. These vertical videos on your feed are definitely perfect t use in whatever social media platform you are in.  But why are these videos so significant? Watch this episode of the Social Media Podcast to find out as we discuss the surprising amount of engagement we get from this growing trend, how vertical videos came about, and how churches can take advantage of this format.  Join Social Media Church hosts Nils Smith and Aaron Magnuson as they talk about how the ​​shareable video contents can go viral fast and improve brand awareness.    Show Notes: Aaron Magnuson Faceboo

You might be wondering if social media is still going to be relevant for churches in 2023. The answer seems pretty obvious! If you still want to know exactly why, hang on to this episode of the Social Media Podcast because we’ll be talking more about it—how the evolution of the web came about, and how Web3 is going to shape the future for social media. The World Wide Web has evolved from a static, read-only environment into a dynamic and collaborative medium.  The evolution of the internet to Web3 has ushered us into a new era, which not many people might still get.  In this episode, we learn about the role of social media in churches this 2023. Find out how your team can still take advantage of the different platforms and jump in to keep up with the changes in the digital realm.  Join Social Media Church hosts Nils Smith and Aaron Magnuson as they talk about how the evolution of web and the future of social media  can do for churches this year.   Show Notes: Aaron Magnuson Facebook Aaron Magnuson Twitter Aar

Twitter remains an important social media platform not only for information dissemination, but also crucial for creating engagement.  In the past decade, it has become a major tool of brand marketing for companies, organizations, and even celebrities. We believe Twitter will even explode this year in a good way, especially with Elon at the helm. In this episode of the Social Media Church podcast, we learn about how the church can take advantage of Twitter this year. Discover how your Twitter account can have more engagement in 2023. Join Social Media Church hosts Nils Smith and Aaron Magnuson as they talk about how to approach Twitter and what kind of strategies may be good to implement.    Show Notes: Aaron Magnuson Facebook Aaron Magnuson Twitter Aaron Magnuson Instagram Aaron Magnuson LinkedIn Aaron Magnuson Clubhouse Aaron Magnuson Facebook Aaron Magnuson Twitter Aaron Magnuson Instagram Aaron Magnuson LinkedIn Aaron Magnuson Clubhouse Aaron Magnuson TikTok Nils Smith Facebook Nils Smith Twitter Nils Sm

It’s time to wrap up this year and get ready for the 2023 social media predictions!   With everything almost going back to normal after the pandemic, it’s another season to look forward to and social media for churches are definitely here to stay! The Internet isn’t going away and we all know it will continue to play a significant role in everybody’s lives. The biggest networks are the usual suspects: YouTube, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook. LinkedIn surprised us all as it’s becoming a more interesting place for networking. Facebook may be slowing down but it will remain for certain audiences. As for Twitter, it’s entering a new phase with Elon Musk at the helm.    In this episode of the Social Media Church podcast, we learn about how the different social media platforms have fared and adapted to the times. Find out to know what those apps are and what the hosts think will get bigger in 2023.  Join Social Media Church hosts Nils Smith and Aaron Magnuson as they talk about their social media predictions for nex

Praying is one act of obedience to God, but who knew it could also be part of your online evangelism strategy? Pastor Andrew Carter has started making TikTok videos for Jesus and has since reached millions of people with his 15-second prayer videos. He’s always kind to pray for everybody that comes across his content. His videos are impacting the digital world in special ways and helping to respond to the Great Commission of Jesus.     In this episode of the Social Media Church podcast, Andrew Carter, Lead Pastor at the Royal City Church in Los Angeles, digital missionary, and  kingdom-content strategist and creator, joins host Aaron Magnuson to share his powerful life story and all things he learned over the years in social media. Find out to know how his success on TikTok is leading more people to God.   Show Notes: Aaron Magnuson Facebook Aaron Magnuson Twitter Aaron Magnuson Instagram Aaron Magnuson LinkedIn Aaron Magnuson Clubhouse Aaron Magnuson TikTok Andrew Carter MinistriesAndrew F Carter FacebookA

Pastors may spend around 10.5 hours every week working on their sermons. This is more than what they spend eating their meals; they do this about 40 times a year. But what happens to a sermon once it goes online?    It is essential that a pastor’s sermon is utilized even beyond the pulpit. There is so much more you can do with one sermon alone. You can repurpose it into other content formats and have your message reach more people.    In this episode, Justin Trapp shares seven practical steps to leveraging your sermon in ways you didn’t even dream possible. Tune in to know more as our guest presents the importance of repurposing a sermon.     Show Notes: Aaron Magnuson Facebook Aaron Magnuson Twitter Aaron Magnuson Instagram Aaron Magnuson LinkedIn Aaron Magnuson Clubhouse Aaron Magnuson TikTok   Justin Trapp Twitter Justin Trapp Instagram   Ministry PassSermonary SubstackRev.com Social Media Church Discord

Over the years, podcasting has evolved into something accessible to everyone.    From being a listener to a viewer, and now venturing to be a podcaster yourself. But what does it take to be a successful podcaster and content creator in 2022?    Catch SMC host Aaron Magnuson and episode guest DK Hammonds, as they talk about podcasting and social media audio tips and tricks in the digital world.   Show Notes:   Aaron Magnuson Facebook Aaron Magnuson Twitter Aaron Magnuson Instagram Aaron Magnuson LinkedIn Aaron Magnuson Clubhouse Aaron Magnuson TikTok   DK Hammonds Instagram DK Hammonds Facebook  DK Hammonds Twitter DK Hammonds YouTube    Social Media Church Discord