From Social Media to Social Ministry: A Guide to Digital Discipleship

This book provides practical instruction for building an online community for local churches, regardless of size, and outlines digital discipleship principles for leveraging technology in ministry. It addresses the decline in in-person church attendance and the need for digital discipleship in the wake of COVID-19.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 176 pages
\n Publication date: 15 October 2020
\n Publisher: Zondervan
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This book is a comprehensive guide for building an online community within a local church, regardless of its size. With over 2.3 billion professing Christians worldwide and a growing number of new churches launching globally, it is evident that in-person church attendance is declining or plateauing in many nations. Despite the existence of social technology for over two decades, church leaders have traditionally been reluctant to embrace the online realm, ranking it as the least of their concerns in Barna's 2020 State of the Church report. However, the sudden onset of COVID-19 in early 2020 forced all churches to transition entirely online, highlighting the urgent need for digital discipleship.

Nona Jones, a renowned thought leader in leveraging technology for ministry, has been leading a movement for several years to prioritize digital discipleship within every church's ministry approach. In her book, "From Social Media to Social Ministry," Jones outlines her digital discipleship principles and offers practical guidance for implementing them, regardless of the size of the local church. This book stands out as the first of its kind, as it goes beyond digital marketing to focus on digital ministry. Readers will gain clarity on what discipleship truly entails, as well as the compelling data that underscores the urgency of digital discipleship. They will also gain an understanding of the resources required to execute digital discipleship effectively, along with a step-by-step guide on integrating it into ministry plans. Furthermore, the book provides insights into the differences among popular social platforms and the tools best suited for digital ministry.

By embracing digital discipleship, churches can reach a wider audience, engage with their community more effectively, and foster deeper connections among members. The online platform provides a unique opportunity to share the gospel, provide pastoral care, and offer resources and support to those in need. With the right approach and resources, churches can leverage the power of social media and other digital tools to become more relevant and impactful in today's digital age.

\n Weight: 168g\n
Dimension: 140 x 212 x 15 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780310103868\n \n