MyCom teaches communities of faith how to effectively find their audience and share their story with the world. Journey with savvy church communicators, pastors and leaders with support from MyCom creators and many others offering expert advice on outreach ideas, communications, social media and new technology. Conversations are practical in nature, yet casual and fun! Join us monthly on our mission to create communication resources for church leaders and amplify the voice of the church. Good reviews help other church leaders find us, so support the cause. Please also like, share and comment too. Future topic ideas can be sent to podcast@umcom.org. Thanks!
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MyCom teaches communities of faith how to effectively find their audience and share their story with the world. Journey with savvy church communicators, pastors and leaders with support from MyCom creators and many others offering expert advice on outreach ideas, communications, social media and new technology. Conversations are practical in nature, yet casual and fun! Join us monthly on our mission to create communication resources for church leaders and amplify the voice of the church. Good reviews help other church leaders find us, so support the cause. Please also like, share and comment too. Future topic ideas can be sent to podcast@umcom.org. Thanks!
Branching out through digital discipleship: Episode 110
MyCom Church Communications and Marketing
42 minutes 45 seconds
2 months ago
Branching out through digital discipleship: Episode 110
Discover how to build a vibrant digital church community that thrives beyond traditional walls in this inspiring episode of the MyCom Church Communications and Marketing Podcast! Host Ryan Dunn sits down with Erin Beasley and Sean Stanfield to unpack the story behind The Vine United Methodist Church, a digital United Methodist faith community born out of disaffiliation. Whether you’re starting an online ministry, seeking fresh discipleship strategies, or looking to deepen authentic connections in a digital world, this episode is packed with practical wisdom, innovation, and hope for the future of church communications.
Connect with The Vine: https://www.thevineumc.church/
⏰ CHAPTERS00:00 – Introduction: Reimagining Church After Disaffiliation01:45 – The Origin of The Vine: Meeting a Real Need04:14 – Going Global: Leveraging Social Media for Outreach06:08 – Creative Content: Short Sermons, Podcasts, & Tough Topics08:59 – Building Community: Engaging Feedback & Discipleship Pathways11:53 – Online Communion: Creating Sacred Moments Virtually16:40 – From Viewers to Disciples: Inviting Deeper Connection18:38 – Vulnerability Online: Why Digital Spaces Foster Openness21:06 – Branch Groups & ‘Branch Managers’: Small Group Strategies23:10 – Digital Church Planting Models: From Branches to Congregations26:18 – Hot Topics: Church Hurt, Justice, and Connecting the Margins29:30 – Lessons Learned & Advice for Aspiring Digital Ministers33:37 – What’s Next for The Vine? Dreams and Missional Expansion38:06 – Social Media Tactics: Growth on TikTok & Instagram41:09 – Key Takeaways & Episode Close
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MyCom Church Communications and Marketing
MyCom teaches communities of faith how to effectively find their audience and share their story with the world. Journey with savvy church communicators, pastors and leaders with support from MyCom creators and many others offering expert advice on outreach ideas, communications, social media and new technology. Conversations are practical in nature, yet casual and fun! Join us monthly on our mission to create communication resources for church leaders and amplify the voice of the church. Good reviews help other church leaders find us, so support the cause. Please also like, share and comment too. Future topic ideas can be sent to podcast@umcom.org. Thanks!
