Effective communications remain a challenge for most organizations including parishes. As important as it is to tell our story to our members and our visitors in ways that not only inform, but also inspire, encourage and engage them in our mission, we do not recognize the time and resources necessary to make that happen.
Category: technology
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50 Years of Internet
The Internet as we know it today, started out as a means for researchers to connect with data on large, powerful computers at a distance. The first “connection” was on October 29, 1969. The effort was funded by ARPA (Advanced Research Projects Agency). Research computers at two then four universities were the first to be connected. In time more computers were added and eventually the “ARPANET” paved the way for…
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Friending God-Book Review
“We the people of the 21st century are creatures of the World Wide Web, always online, always connected, always communicating. And we—like all others throughout history—have created this technology in our own image, which gives this creation of ours a spiritual dimension as well.” With these words Jesuit Antonio Spadaro, editor of “La Civilta Cattolica,” the Jesuits’ biweekly review, and one of Pope Francis’ close advisors on social media and…
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One in Five Americans Share Their Faith Online
One in five Americans share their faith online according to a PEW Research Center survey on “Religion and Electronic Media” that was conducted during May and June 2014. Forty-six percent of U.S. adults see someone share their faith online in a typical week. Those who see faith shared online are believers and non-believers.
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Mobile App, Mobile Web, and Responsive Design
The data is clear. More and more people are accessing the Internet via mobile devices. Total mobile access of the Internet exceeds that on desktops. Therefore, it is important for all Church communicators to be sure that when mobile users access their website, it is a user-friendly experience.
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Does Your Ministry Need a Mobile App Now?
While most parishes, dioceses, religious communities and catholic organizations are addressing their use of websites and social media for mission, there is a small but growing number of ministries offering mobile apps to increase engagement with their constituencies. Does your ministry need a mobile app?