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What to Do When Engagement Drops (And You Still Want to Keep Going)

October 28, 2025

You put time, heart, and energy into your content—only to watch the numbers slide.

by Jonathan Howe
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In Leadership

When You Don’t Agree with the Direction—but You’re Still on Staff

October 21, 2025

You don’t have to love every decision to lead faithfully. You just have to stay rooted in grace, committed to unity, and open to God’s leading—no matter what comes next.

by Jonathan Howe
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In Churches

What to Post When Nothing Is Happening at Church

October 14, 2025

Slow seasons are a gift. They give you space to deepen connections, tell overlooked stories, and remind your people that ministry isn’t limited to the big moments.

by Jonathan Howe
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Churches

How to Handle Negative Facebook Comments about Your Church

September 21, 2017
Churches
In Churches

When It’s Time to Redesign Your Church Website

September 14, 2017

Website redesigns should be carried out strategically and to meet a need. So if your church has one of these needs, then it may be time to refresh your site.

Churches
In Churches

Ten Facebook Promotion Tips for Churches

September 7, 2017

Facebook is the most effective platform for your church to use to promote itself—if you use it wisely. These ten tips will help you do so.

Archive

Popular Google Searches That Lead Readers to ThomRainer.com

August 31, 2017
Churches
In Churches

Seven Qualities of an Effective Church Communications Coordinator

August 24, 2017

Churches are realizing the importance of having a singular person responsible for their church’s communications and social media.

Churches
In Churches

Six Communications Blunders That Will Cost You Volunteers

August 17, 2017

Poor communication can cost you volunteers and church members. That’s why it’s important to avoid these communications blunders.

Churches

Seven Facebook Growth Hacks for Churches

August 10, 2017
Churches
In Churches

Six Small Tweaks That Make Big Differences for Your Church Website

August 3, 2017

Here are six little changes you can make to your church website that can make a big difference.

Churches
In Churches

Five Reasons to Consider Online Registration Forms for Guests

July 27, 2017

Offering an online guest registration form shows you are ahead of the game when it comes to making a good first impression with a guest.

Churches

10 Outreach Ideas for Your Church This Fall

July 20, 2017
Churches
In Churches

Six Content Landmines for Church Email Newsletters

July 13, 2017

I encourage you and your church to have an email newsletter. Just be smart in how you use it and what you include.

Churches
In Churches

10 Content Suggestions for Your Church Newsletter

July 6, 2017

Every church can and should have some kind of email communication or newsletter for members and guests.

Churches

Six Items to Include in Your Guest Welcome Packet

June 29, 2017
Churches
In Churches

Four Common Gifts Churches Give to First-Time Guests

June 22, 2017

As we’ve seen churches become more intentional about guest assimilation, many give away a small gift to guests to make an impression and to convey thankfulness for their visit.

Archive
In Archive

Six Memories from the 2017 Southern Baptist Annual Meeting

June 15, 2017

Whether you attended, watched online, saw some stories online, or were completely oblivious to the proceedings, there were several items of note from our time in the desert.

Churches

Seven Summer Social Media Ideas for Churches

June 8, 2017
Churches
In Churches

Six Ways to Keep Your Church’s Momentum Going This Summer

June 1, 2017

Summer doesn’t have to be a dry spell in a church. In many instances, it’s the busiest part of the year. Use that to your advantage and keep the momentum going.

Churches
In Churches

Six Details to Include in Your Church Staff Bios

May 25, 2017

While they don’t have to be exhaustive, there are a few items to consider including in each church staff member’s bio.

Churches

Eight Essential Items for Your Church’s FAQ Page

May 18, 2017
Creators
In Creators

The Five Major Formats of Podcasts

May 11, 2017

Once you have your idea and intended audience nailed down, make the choice from among these five major styles and formats of podcasts:

Churches
In Churches

Three Questions to Ask of Your Church Communications

May 4, 2017

The SKS evaluation process allows you to find areas where you’ve lost focus or drifted from your mission.

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