The Online Church Blueprint

By Andy Mage

The BEST "how-to online church" podcast around!

Join Mark and Andy each episode for an in-depth "how-to" do online church, from small groups to broadcasts to youth meetings, and so much more!

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FAQs about The Online Church Blueprint:

How many episodes does The Online Church Blueprint have?

The podcast currently has 17 episodes available.

The Online Church Blueprint episodes:

August 21, 2023 Why Have People Stopped Going To Church? /// Ep 17
Also known as, "How can digital church step into the gap that is being
left in the church world?"
In this fascinating episode of The Online Church Blueprint, we deep dive
into an eye-opening article that addresses the major reasons why people
are leaving the church. 🛐✝️ Join us as we explore the dynamics of
church attendance, the rise of "workism," and the challenges faced by
church leadership.
📖💬 With insightful trips in and out of the church's history and
structure, we seek to understand the deeper motivations behind these
shifts.
Can we find a way to resonate and communicate more effectively with the
modern world? Let's discuss! 🔍🌍
If you're interested in learning about the inner workings of digital
ministry and seeking insights on how to overcome its challenges, then
this video is a must-watch. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the
notification bell so you never miss an update!
MORE from Mark: @LuxDigitalChurch
MORE from Andy: @chinomage
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July 28, 2023 The Worst Things About Digital Ministry /// Ep 16
In this engaging episode, we delve into the fascinating world of digital ministry and uncover its challenges and triumphs. Join Andy and the Online Church Blueprint crew as they candidly discuss the worst aspects of digital ministry, sharing their real-life horror stories that will leave you surprised.

Amidst broken air conditioning in our studio (yes, Andy is literally sweating!), we candidly explore the common misconceptions and doubts that threaten to invalidate the entire digital ministry process. But fear not, it's not all doom and gloom! We also highlight the truly great aspects of digital ministry that make it a powerful and impactful platform for spreading the message.

And that's not all – our discussions aren't confined to just ministry! We talk about John Wick, share heartwarming stories about dogs, exchange TV show recommendations, and so much more!

If you're interested in learning about the inner workings of digital ministry and seeking insights on how to overcome its challenges, then this video is a must-watch. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an update!

MORE from Mark: @LuxDigitalChurch
MORE from Andy: @chinomage

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July 05, 2023 AI & Your Best Meetings: A Grab Bag /// Ep 15
We've got a grab bag of topics today!

With Mark sweating profusely in a non-air conditioned studio for the day, the Online Church Blueprint crew breaks down some recent developments in AI and how it can (and most certainly WILL) affect our churches going forward.

Are you scared of AI? Are you ready to tackle the challenges? Are you excited about it?

Plus, we get down to the basics of running your best digital meeting, as well as bringing about some practical tools like Altar Live, microphones, cameras, and more.

MORE from Mark: @LuxDigitalChurch
MORE from Andy: @chinomage

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31min
June 16, 2023 How To Use AI For Your Church /// Ep 14
AI is the buzz word right now, for good reason. In just a short amount of time, it has literally changed the landscape of EVERYTHING, from manufacturing to media to even things like restaurants.
But as church leaders, we often shy away from new tech out of fear and general misunderstanding.
It doesn't have to be that way.
The "ubiquitous" Kenny Jahng is on the show today to talk all things AI: the good, the bad, the hopeful, and the future. This is an episode chock-full of useful tips and tricks for your ministry, as well as some best practices for your online church presence and live streams.
Check out more from AI For Church Leaders, including a FREE online expo on June 27: https://www.aiforchurchleaders.com/
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June 06, 2023 Thinking Beyond Sunday Morning /// The Online Church Blueprint Ep 13
Whenever we start to talk about "church," most of the time you think "Sunday morning services," right?
But with the ubiquity of the Internet, and the power of community-building tools like Altar Live, Discord, and more, we can actually take things OUTSIDE of the confines of one hour spent together. And we can truly start to fulfill some of the promise of the Great Commission, to "go" into the world and meet them where they are at.
Mark and Andy tackle different ways to move beyond just Sunday morning gatherings today, as well as thinking outside of the box in terms of events-based programming, community, conversation, engagement, and more!
MORE from Andy: @therealandymage
MORE from Mark: @LuxDigitalChurch
MORE from Mark's Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/thelift
MORE from the Nerd Culture Ministry Summit podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ncmu-podcast/id1685738161
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39min
May 19, 2023 How To Use Your Chat The RIGHT Way /// Ep 12
People think of digital church as just that space that happens when a
live stream is running. They think of a video and a chat window and a
host talking to themselves.
But there’s so much more there. And
there’s a LOT that we can do help our digital communities and live
streams feel like they’re part of the stream.
How?
By using the chat!
Mark
and Andy bring you some practical tips to upping your chat level. They
also bring a unique look at how YOUR physical church can easily
transition into having a solid and reproducible chat experience every
single live stream.
MORE from Andy: @therealandymage
MORE from Mark: @LuxDigitalChurch
MORE from Mark's Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/thelift
MORE from the Nerd Culture Ministry Summit podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ncmu-podcast/id1685738161
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Sign up for your FREE trial of Altar Live at https://www.altarlive.com/.
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32min
May 03, 2023 The Drawbacks of Digital Community /// Ep 11
In our last episode, we talked about the formation of, and all of the good, that can come from digital community. But oftentimes, we forget to talk about some of the potential drawbacks, downfalls, and hindrances to making digital community and communication really work for our contexts.
In today's episode of the Online Church Blueprint, Mark and Andy are live on Mark's normal Twitch stream to talk mechanical keyboards, communicating with a real purpose, and all things community.
MORE from Andy: @therealandymage
MORE from Mark: @LuxDigitalChurch
MORE from Mark's Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/thelift
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Sign up for your FREE trial of Altar Live at https://www.altarlive.com/.
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44min
April 13, 2023 How To Create Digital Community /// Ep 10
The goal of every leader, whether it is in the non-profit space, the tech space, the marketing space, or any other commercial space, is to create a community of people that value what you and your organization are doing.
The goal of every CHURCH leader, then, is to show people the value of what the church is doing for the world and for the Kingdom.
In today's episode of the Online Church Blueprint, Andy and Mark sit down for a very PURPLE conversation about how to create digital community, some of the pillars of moderation in a community that is spread out, best practices, and effective tools to really ENGAGE with your community.
MORE from Andy: @therealandymage
MORE from Mark: @LuxDigitalChurch
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Altar Live. Bringing a new level of engagement and connection to your virtual church services.
Sign up for your FREE trial of Altar Live at https://www.altarlive.com/.
Engage with us!
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38min
March 30, 2023 How To Lead Your Digital And Physical Teams /// The Online Church Blueprint Ep 9
We've covered a lot of ground in The OCB lately, so it's time to step back and figure out one thing:
How do we LEAD all of these people we are serving with?!
In a special episode today, Andy sits down with Austin Slade, the Digital Coordinator for Bay Hope Church.
They talk all things volunteering, asking people to be part of your team, why LISTENING and CARING for people may just be the secret sauce to church leadership, and, of course, top 3 fast food french fries out there.
MORE from Andy: @therealandymage
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Sign up for your FREE trial of Altar Live at https://www.altarlive.com/.
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26min
March 09, 2023 How To Create Hybrid Digital/Physical Teams /// Ep 8
For the Church Anywhere and First Capital Christian Church, being 100% physical and 100% digital comes with the territory.
But HOW did they get to that point? And how can YOU and your team start to place an emphasis on a fully hybrid digital/physical staff?
With special guest and co-host Tyler Sansom and Megan Carter of Church Anywhere, we explore the ins and outs of staff culture, leadership, changing your mentality, and accepting that 100% digital/100% physical is not so far away!
MORE from Tyler: @tylersansom
MORE from Andy: @chinomage
MORE from Church Anywhere: https://churchanywhere.us/
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FAQs about The Online Church Blueprint:

How many episodes does The Online Church Blueprint have?

The podcast currently has 17 episodes available.