Communication Solutions
Effective communication is vital for church operations, small groups, and teams. This lesson explores the best tools and practices for keeping everyone connected and informed.
Communication with the Church
- Use your CRM (ChurchCRM, BreezeCHMS, Planning Center) for email campaigns.
- Mailchimp Newsletters:
- Sync your contacts with Mailchimp for regular newsletters.
- Utilize your Page for public updates.
- Leverage Groups for private discussions and community building.
Texting and Texting Apps
- Avoid group messages; they’re not ideal for larger groups.
- Consider texting services for broader communication (note: these can be expensive).
- Use apps like GroupMe for smaller, manageable group communication.
Team Communication
- Slack: Ideal for organized team collaboration with channels and file sharing.
- Voxer: A voice messaging app offering walkie-talkie functionality for quick team updates.
These tools help streamline communication within your church and teams, ensuring clarity, efficiency, and connection.