This award-winning panel all working in the ministry of Episcopal communications will explore best practices for your social media and website. Co-sponsored by Episcopal Communicators, panelists will explore technical and minor details to holistic and content driven decisions for the creation and maintenance of engaging social media and websites.
Our social media and websites are often the face of our organization, vital for evangelism, attracting newcomers, and representing our faith far beyond our church walls. Yet our communities often also rely on them to stay informed and build a sense of community. How do we best achieve both of those goals–speaking to members and to the larger public–in effective, clear, and fun ways. Come with questions, come to learn, and come to join fellowship with other communicators across the church. These panelists each won awards in either the social media or website categories at the Polly Bond Excellence in Church Communications Awards for work completed during the 2023 calendar year. Members of Episcopal Communicators are eligible to submit entries to 14+ categories each year to be judged and recognized by industry experts in each communications category.
Panelists include:
- Alli Gannett – Communications Director, World Forestry Center
- Sinclaire Sparkman – Missioner for Communication, Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina
- Denise Fillion – Director of Communication, Episcopal Diocese of Long Island
- Mary Grace Puszka – Communications Manager, Episcopal Ministries of Long Island
- Alan Yarborough – Chair, Episcopal Communicators, Church Relations Officer, Episcopal Church Office of Government Relations (moderator)
Learn about the critical elements of church communications, from accessibility and authenticity to engaging online presence, all while ensuring your communication efforts foster community and growth. Whether you're handling a diocesan website or managing social media outreach, these experts provide valuable tips and techniques to effectively share your church's mission and activities. Tune in for practical advice, innovative ideas, and professional development insights from award-winning Episcopal communicators.
The session concludes with practical recommendations for maintaining effective church communication channels, including technical tips and leveraging volunteer networks.
Timestamps
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
01:18 Meet the Panelists
02:08 Episcopal Communicators and Polly Bond Awards
03:51 Characteristics of Excellent Church Communications
10:17 Award-Winning Websites
16:34 Social Media Strategies
26:55 Technical Tips and Best Practices
46:11 Final Thoughts and Q&A