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 In Church, has helped him and his team to use technology to reach international students and expand their ministry impact.
Stuart highlighted the power of automated workflows in tools like Text In Church. They save you time, send timely messages, and ensure personalized interactions without being glued to your phone.
His central message revolved around the idea that technology should serve as a means to strengthen a ministry, not overshadow it. The goal is to discover tools that align seamlessly with your ministry's mission and facilitate deeper connections with people.
Stuart's experiences and insights show us that it's not about the gadgets; it's about the people. With the right tech tools and a heart full of passion, you can reach more souls and spread love and faith in today's digital world.
Specifically, this episode highlights the following themes:
- The power of personalized communication in event registration
- Strategies for boosting event attendance and connecting with new individuals
- Leveraging Facebook groups to engage different demographics
Links from this episode:
- Learn more about International Student Ministries Canada: https://ismc.ca/staff/stuart-mary-smith
- Learn more about London International Student: https://www.londoninternationalstudents.com
- Like ISMC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ismc.ca
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Most churches really struggle to communicate consistently with their people and that can leave them feeling disconnected. Text In Church is an easy-to-use 2-way texting system created for churches to connect with their members and guests beyond Sunday mornings to make them feel known, noticed, and loved.
Text the word, CONNECT, to 816-429-9396 to start your free 60-day trial of Text In Church today to see just how easy it is.
The Tech In Church Podcast is a Text In Church team production. For more information about this podcast, go to https://podcast.textinchurch.com. For more information on Text in Church, visit https://textinchurch.com.
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