Conference presentations and resources
2008 Stronghold Conference
Communicating Faith in a Web 2.0 World
Adam Cleaveland explains the ups and down of the Web 2.0 world and how this might affect communications and the future of the church.
Building a Communication Community across Congregations, Presbyteries and Synods
Kim Coulter gives the background on the Presbytery of Desmoines’ recent endeavor to involve communicators throughout south central Iowa in monthly meetings to discuss tools available to church communicators.
Communicating Theology Using Technology
Dr. Melinda (Mindi) Thompson explores the promise and potential pitfalls of using current technology to further the Kingdom of God.
Writing for the Web, How to Make Every Word Count
Effective writing for the Web has become both an art and a science. Dana McMahan navigates us through some murky waters to clearer, cleaner and concise Web content.
The Power of Story
Emily Enders Odom's workshop helps participants to make the important distinction between writing and storytelling, and to keep their writing fresh by drawing deeply from the wellspring of their faith and imagination.
Growing the Church Deep and Wide
Susan Lindsey helps us understand the new growth strategy for the denomination as recommended by the General Assembly Mission Council. Visit the Deep and Wide Web site.
2008 Menucha Conference
Communicating Faith in a Web 2.0 World
Nathan Solla explains the ups and down of the Web 2.0 world and how it might affect communications within the future of the church.
Using Social Networking for Work
Dianna Ott and Dana McMahan introduce a variety of powerful tools and communications channels, with a focus on choosing the appropriate medium for an audience and message.
What is a Podcast and Why Bother?
Travis Talbot explores the definition and mechanics of a podcast. In addition, he looks at the whole process, from conception to publishing online.
Worthy of the calling to which you have been called: Missional living in a Web 2.0 (verging on Web 3.0) world
Corey Schlosser-Hall explores how communications professionals and volunteers can effectively participate in encouraging missional movement through the Body of Christ.
A Cooperative Ministry of Technological Services
Sarah Haworth and Brandon Jelinek explain how the Synod of Alaska-Northwest provides a communications system that encourages cooperative ministry with shared resources and brings together the body of Christ.
Growing Christ's Church Deep and Wide
“Growing Christ’s Church Deep & Wide,” endorsed by the 218th General Assembly in June 2008.
Good Ink: Media Relations 101
Susan Lindsey teaches the basics of writing and distributing news releases, pitching stories and following up with journalists to increase your chances of success!
What are you hoping for this Christmas? Food? Shelter? Clean water?
Travis Talbot and Elizabeth Ford explore ways to offer your congregation the opportunity to support your church’s mission partners.
Writing for the Web — Helping You Spread the Good News
Megan Slick shows how effective writing on your Web site or blog can help spread the message of Jesus Christ and bring hope to a hurting world.
“I’m from Louisville I’m here to help. Seriously … ”
- Rob Bullock shares what’s in the works for improving communication — including rumors of a new PC(USA) Web site — and share your ideas for how the General Assembly Mission Council can better serve you.
- View the PowerPoint slides
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