Since getting its start in 2012, #GivingTuesday has grown year after year. People across the globe embrace this day of giving in the height of consumerism around the holidays—it’s a breath of fresh air. It reminds people to give back in a meaningful way rather than getting caught up in shopping days like Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Recurring giving benefits the church and the giver. For the giver, donations are easy to manage, and consistent giving helps develop spiritual growth. For the church, forecasting is more accurate and the average recurring giver donates 42% more annually.
Technology connects us in ways we never imaged. In our pockets, we carry a library, a radio, and a calculator. We stream live TV and make home movies on a range of devices. We interact in seconds with the church, friends, and family, and work, regardless of time or location.
There’s no doubt about it—Facebook is BUSY! With over 1.47 billion active users logging in daily and 2.23 billion logging in monthly, Facebook continues to be the most popular social media channel. And it’s not just for younger generations. All generations scroll through their Facebook feed on phones, tablets, and computers.
Every so often, it’s helpful to look at your church through the eyes of a visitor. After all, first impressions are powerful when it comes to growing your church family. While 83% of people searching for a new place of worship note the quality of sermons is the most impactful, many other factors are considered.
When your church wants an effective way to send and receive messages, look no further than texting. According to Pew Research, texting is the most frequently used app on a cell phone. In fact, 97% of Americans use it once a day (at the very least!).
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