As the church technology market continues to consolidate, the most recent news comes from publically traded Pushpay Holdings Limited (NZSX:PPH, ASX:PP). Late December 12, 2019, Pushpay announced the combination of their solutions with Church Community Builder--the two businesses to deliver a best-in-class, fully integrated church management system (ChMS), custom community app, and giving solution for customers in the US faith sector.
Thanksgiving is one of the most popularly celebrated holidays in the United States. On this day of thanks, families gather from near and far to be with their loved ones to celebrate all that they are thankful for.
Pushpay, online giving provider for churches and ministries, announced a sweeping update to its product this week at Summit, their annual conference. Pushpay welcomed more than 1,100 churches and more than 20 thought leaders to the stage to provide tactical ways church leadership teams can solve their toughest ministry problems in areas including technology, communication, engagement and more.
Much thought goes into choosing a church app. Comparing features and pricing is important as churches go through the process of making a wise decision. It's also important to investigate details such as integration, security, and customization. After pulling together all the choices, churches should work with their teams to weigh each option carefully.
Offering complimentary wi-fi to members during services is just one way churches are engaging with millennials. However, without properly securing your wi-fi and other organization-owned devices, you could be exposing your church to cyber attacks from outside intruders. With security threats to churches on the rise, cybersecurity is quickly becoming a top priority for religious organizations across the country.
A new small group can be an intimidating experience for many people. They may be unsure of what to expect, worried about saying or doing the wrong thing, or simply uncomfortable sharing faith experiences with others. If you are a group leader, you have an opportunity to resolve these feelings quickly so the group can be a comfortable and productive experience. Here are five icebreakers that can help your new small group to get off on the right foot.
The core of a missional community is a group of believers who live and experience life together like a family.
In a physical family, who live under one roof, keeping in contact amidst all the busyness can be a challenge. Extend that family beyond your household and keeping contact can prove problematic.
Technology is a great way to unite the relational and organizational needs of a missional community. When applied strategically, it can deepen your relationships by keeping you informed about life issues and needs.
Have you ever met or worked with a truly great leader?
Someone who had to ability to call out the best in those around them and accomplish exceptional things as a team.