Church Communications and Engagement
Tools and Resources that have helped us along the way.
Note that some of the websites, blogs, YouTube pages, and other resources listed below — while offering excellent communications/engagement advice — include theology and language that does not align with the United Church. We have found success by applying what we find useful and ignoring the rest.
Church Management Software
Planning Center Online is the church management software we implemented at Hillhurst in 2019. It is a suite of cloud-based applications to manage your church’s database, events, volunteers, donations, and more.
There are many other powerful church management tools that can help you use data and technology to meet your church’s goals. Other examples include:
Brady Shearer and Pro Church Tools
Brady Shearer and his company, Pro Church Tools, offer free church communication resources and education through a YouTube channel, blog, and podcast. Below are some of the videos that we’ve found most relevant.
Facebook Groups
The Facebook Group, Church Communications, is a community of over 25,000 members to share expertise, ask questions, and offer ideas about branding, graphic design, the web, social media, print design, and other related topics. You can also visit the Church Communications website.
Progressive Faith Communications is a less active but still good off-shoot from the above group for progressive churches.
Church Marketing University
Church Marketing University is an online resource offering both free and paid resources. In addition to video and podcast content, they offer free courses, graphics, policies, and even downloadable Easter and Christmas kits.
I’m New Form
Check out this document for details on our process engaging new visitors online.
Let’s Connect!
We’re always looking to share resources, collaborate, and learn from others. If you’re interested in connecting around all things church communications, church growth, and online worship, send us an email at communications@hillhurstunited.com.
