Tech In Church Podcast

Guest experience isn’t just about a warm smile. It’s a strategic, discipleship-centered process that shapes how newcomers experience your church long after Sunday is over. In this episode, our AI hosts unpack Danielle Krivda's Engage session, revealing how intentional hospitality, consistent follow-up, and smart automation can help church leaders build genuine relationships that last. If you’re ready to strengthen your church’...

Your Guest Services Team sets the tone for every new person walking into your church. In this episode, we unpack insights from Maryanne Sibley and Rebecca Carlisle’s Engage Session, Stoke Your Guest Services Teams. They share a practical, proven framework for training, inspiring, and caring for volunteers so every guest feels seen, welcomed, and valued. If your hospitality ministry feels understaffed, overwhelmed, or stuck in a cyc...

Healthy ministry begins with a healthy leader—one who is rooted in Christ, grounded in identity, and equipped to reach people in new ways. In this episode, our AI hosts unpack Pastor Derwin Gray’s Engaged session Upward, Inward, Outward, revealing a practical framework for staying spiritually anchored while embracing modern tools for ministry. If you're a church leader craving renewal, clarity, and confidence in this digital a...

Feeling stuck in the same ministry routines week after week? Michael Hyatt’s Engage Session, Developing an Experimental Mindset, gives church leaders permission to try, test, and learn without the pressure of perfection. In this Deep Dive episode, our AI hosts unpack how small, low-risk experiments can help your ministry spark innovation, overcome resistance, and move forward with confidence—especially when everything feels stuck.

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Every ministry needs more leaders, but finding the right people often feels overwhelming. In this episode, we unpack Muta Mwenya's Engage session, Discover the Formula to Identify High-Potential Leaders. Church leaders will learn how to shift from a mindset of scarcity to abundance by recognizing that God has already placed future leaders right within their church family. This conversation offers a practical, character-based f...

Every leader loves to feel appreciated, but real effectiveness in ministry goes beyond applause. In this episode of The Deep Dive, our AI hosts unpack Faith Yuri Cho’s powerful session from the Engage Conference, Effective Leadership vs. Popular Leadership. Discover how to move from people-pleasing to purpose-driven leadership that produces lasting spiritual fruit and true disciple-making.

Main Ideas

• Breadth must lead to depth. L...

Automation can be a ministry lifesaver, but only if it feels personal. In this episode of The Tech in Church Podcast, our AI host explores Joshua Miles’ Engage Conference session, “Automation Escalation: Engage Each Person Uniquely.” You’ll learn how to build systems that help your church connect more meaningfully, ensuring every message feels intentional, not automated. This episode offers a roadmap to using technology as a minist...

Ministry is demanding, and when you’re not healthy, everything else suffers. In this episode of The Deep Dive, we unpack Clay Scroggins’ Four Behaviors for Becoming the Healthiest Version of Yourself, revealing how your internal world shapes your leadership impact. If you’ve been running on empty or just need a spiritual and emotional reset, this episode offers practical rhythms to help you lead from a place of strength, balance, a...

Volunteers are the heartbeat of every church, but keeping them connected, encouraged, and energized can feel overwhelming. In this Deep Dive episode, we unpack insights from Neil Roe’s Engage Conference session, Small Ways to Communicate With, Reach Toward, and Retain Volunteers. You’ll hear real-life examples from leaders who use simple, consistent practices to build trust and lasting connections.

Main Ideas

• Caring for many...

Leadership is rewarding, but it can also feel exhausting. In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts unpack Carey Nieuwhof’s Engage Summit session, Seven Questions You Should Ask Yourself When You’re Tired of Leading. This conversation explores what happens when the leader becomes the roadblock to change and how to break free before burnout takes over.

Main Ideas

• The biggest obstacle to change in your church might actually be you.
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Ministry can feel like a never-ending to-do list, and leaders often find themselves at the very bottom. In this Deep Dive episode, we revisit Carly Moore’s Engage Summit session, How to Reclaim Your Time Without Neglecting Yourself. You’ll hear practical ways to use simple systems to reduce overwhelm, keep promises, and strengthen personal connections.

Main Ideas

• Why “trying harder” doesn’t solve the problem of feeling overw...

Have 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 brai...

In 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 th...

The 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 be...

We 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...

Do 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 ...

The digital landscape can be intimidating, especially for church leaders and communicators who are new to the world of online marketing

One 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 ...

Embracing 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 ...

Inviting 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 technolo...