5 Qualities Of A Powerful Sermon Quote | Ep. #187 from 2018-08-30T07:00

Sermon quotes seem to perform disproportionately well on social media. With 5 simple tips, learn how to create memorable sermon quotes!

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7 Ways To Increase Your Sermon Downloads | Ep. #186 from 2018-08-29T07:00

Your sermons are important, and you can increase your sermon downloads by following these 7 easy steps! In this episode Brady breaks them down one step at a time.

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Why Your Church Needs A Sermon Engine | Ep. #185 from 2018-08-28T07:00

Brady breaks down the 6 reasons your church needs (and deserves!) a sermon engine.

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13 Surprising Truths About Sermon Podcasts | Ep. #184 from 2018-08-27T07:00

Brady sifts through some fascinating data on podcasts and how millennials and Christians are listening to them, as well as how this information can help your church.

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The 3 Rules Of The Central Hub Strategy | Ep. #183 from 2018-08-24T07:00

The central hub is a foundational strategy that we believe churches should be using to help enable their community to take next steps by consolidating them into a single destination. Brady discu...

How A Church Boosted Small Group Signups 76% | Ep. #182 from 2018-08-23T07:00

Brady shares the story of a real church who boosted their small group signups by 76% in one year by instituting the central hub strategy.

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The Enormous Problem Every Church Must Tackle | Ep. #181 from 2018-08-22T07:00

Attending church used to be integrated in the North American way of life. This has shifted with attendance continuing to drop. Brady discusses how churches should be addressing this issue.

How To Design Stunning Sermon Series Graphics | Ep. #180 from 2018-08-21T07:00

You don't need to be a designer, or have a lot of time to create beautiful graphics. Brady shares how to create stunning graphics for your sermon series in only a couple of minutes.

3 Issues Christians Want Churches To Confront | Ep. #179 from 2018-08-20T07:00

There can sometimes be a disconnect between the world of church and the world of the everyday Christian. Brady discusses some behavioural data on Christians and how churches can use this to addr...

How Real Churches Get Photo Release Forms | Ep. #178 from 2018-08-17T07:00

There are rules that need to be followed when it comes to taking and sharing photographs. Brady discusses best practices when it comes to photo releases at your church.

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3 Low-Hanging Fruit Ideas For Your Church | Ep. #177 from 2018-08-16T07:00

Everyday we share tips and tactics to help your church communicate well through digital media, but there are some easy, low-hanging fruit that quite a few churches still miss.

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The Untold Truth Of Changing Your Church | Ep. #176 from 2018-08-15T07:00

Brady met up with a local denominational district leader whose job is to go into dying churches and help them change. He shares some of the wisdom he gleaned.

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How To Bridge Generational Divides At Church | Ep. #175 from 2018-08-14T07:00

One of our favourite things is when people are in town visiting and stop by the office. This happened a couple weeks ago and led to a conversation about generational divides in churches.

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Should Your Church Have A Dress Code? | Ep. #174 from 2018-08-13T07:00

Brady and Alex tackle the topic of whether church leadership teams should have dress codes. They delve into their own experiences as well as the practical implications.

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11 Facebook Ads Tools For Churches | Ep. #173 from 2018-08-10T07:00

You're ready. You want to make a Facebook Ad for your church. Brady shares 11 tools that you can use to help maximize the effectiveness of your Facebook Ad.

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3 MORE Successful Facebook Ads From Real Churches | Ep. #172 from 2018-08-09T07:00

Brady shares three more examples from real churches of Facebook ads that they ran. He talks through the details of their campaigns, as well as their results.

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3 Successful Facebook Ads From Real Churches | Ep. #171 from 2018-08-08T07:00

If you're skeptical about using Facebook ads for your church, Brady is here to set your mind at ease. He shares 3 examples of churches who used Facebook ads to promote their church, and the resu...

How To Run Facebook Ads For Your Church | Ep. #170 from 2018-08-07T07:00

Facebook Ads are the best platform for outreach and marketing for your church when it comes to reaching people beyond the four walls of your church. Brady explains how to get started.

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3 Ways To Compel Your Church’s Guests To Return | Ep. #169 from 2018-08-06T07:00

It's difficult to get a new visitor to attend your church for the first time, and although it's easier to get them to return, it's still challenging. Brady discusses how to make this process eas...

How To Get Motivated And Reliable Church Volunteers | Ep. #168 from 2018-08-03T07:00

Brady has received several messages asking how to find more motivated and reliable volunteers for your church ministries. He gives 6 ideas to help encourage motivation.

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The Secret To Discovering Endless YouTube Video Topics | Ep. #167 from 2018-08-02T07:00

YouTube is the second largest search engine, but currently there are not a lot of churches using the platform well. Brady responds to churches wondering what kind of content to create.

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7 Ways To Write Better Church Email Newsletters | Ep. #166 from 2018-08-01T07:00

Even with the shifting landscape of digital media, email is currently still the best way to market your church and communicate with your existing audience. Brady discusses how to write a great e...

How To Increase Staff Productivity At Your Church | Ep. #165 from 2018-07-31T07:00

Brady pulls from his experience running a full and part-time staff of around twenty people to answer the question - "How do I increase staff productivity?"

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5 Ways To Speak Better On Stage | Ep. #164 from 2018-07-30T07:00

Brady received a message from a member of Pro Church Nation asking for tips on how to give announcements from stage, being an onstage host - basically on stage speaking as a whole. Today he shar...

The 3 Elements Every YouTube Thumbnail Needs | Ep. #163 from 2018-07-27T07:00

Your YouTube thumbnail contributes substantially to whether someone chooses to click and watch your video, or scroll right past. Brady shares the 3 elements every thumbnail needs.

Why Copying Your Favorite Megachurch Is Dangerous | Ep. #162 from 2018-07-26T07:00

Everyday we put out a brand new episode of Pro Church Daily because we know that digital is difficult. Brady discusses the importance of studying and understanding the strategies of other church...

Why Your Church Is Vulnerable (And How Young People Can Help…) | Ep. #161 from 2018-07-25T07:00

Brady shares a message that he received from someone claiming that prioritizing younger generations would be a mistake, especially financially. A common attitude we have seen in the church. Brad...

5 Ways Churches Plan On Reaching Gen Z | Ep. #160 from 2018-07-24T07:00

Gen Z are those who were born between the years of 1999 and 2015. This means that they are now entering college and the workforce, and it's important that we start talking about them.

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3 Reasons It’s Better To Be A Smaller Church | Pro Church Daily Ep. #159 from 2018-07-23T07:00

Perspective is so important when it comes to your ability to execute both individually and organizationally. If you're a smaller church and struggle with feeling disappointed by this status, Bra...

9 Drone Video Tips From The Experts | Ep. #158 from 2018-07-20T07:00

Alex and Brady recently returned from a trip to Utah where they spent the majority of their time capturing aerial footage. They share 9 tips the Storytape team has compiled from their experience...

I Can’t Keep Up! How Your Church Can Win Despite Constant Change | Ep. #157 from 2018-07-19T07:00

Jeff Bezos, the CEO & Founder of Amazon, shared in a recent interview that in a world that is constantly changing it's actually easier to answer the question of what won't change. Brady answers ...

Why Your Church Needs More Laser Focus | Ep. #156 from 2018-07-18T07:00

We recently overhauled a bunch of pages on our Nucleus website. The reason for this is our belief that everything we do needs to demonstrate our desire to help churches accomplish their mission....

The 13-Point YouTube Video Checklist | Ep. #155 from 2018-07-17T07:00

YouTube is the second largest search engine in the world and the second most visited website in the world. Brady shares the checklist we use for our YouTube videos.

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5 Ways To Use The New Instagram Stories Questions Sticker | Ep. #154 from 2018-07-16T07:00

The Instagram question sticker is another example of how social media is ever evolving. Brady talks through how this new feature works, and how to use it for your church.

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How To Stay Consistent Across All Of Your Church’s Social Platforms | Ep. #153 from 2018-07-13T07:00

It's important to remain consistent across social media platforms both visually and the type of content you post. Consistency builds trust with your audience.

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The Ultimate Church Decision Matrix | Ep. #152 from 2018-07-12T07:00

"You can do anything, but you can't do everything." Brady discusses how this saying applies to your church's social media usage and communication strategy.

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How A Church Of 125 Reached 6,000+ People For Free | Ep. #151 from 2018-07-11T07:00

We love sharing success stories from real churches that prove the content and strategies we share on Pro Church Tools works. Alex discusses a success story that was sent to him.

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IGTV For Churches: 15 Things Your Ministry Needs To Know | Ep. #150 from 2018-07-10T07:00

IGTV is the newest part of the Instagram platform. Brady and Alex discuss what IGTV is, the features it includes, and how to use it as part of your ministry's communication strategy.

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13 Premium Font Resources For Churches | Ep. #149 from 2018-07-09T07:00

Sometimes when you're wanting to go all in on a project, or rebrand, you want the best of the best when it comes to typography choices. Our designer, Eric, has compiled a list of premium font re...

7 Indispensable Photography Tools For Churches | Ep. #148 from 2018-07-06T07:00

Real photos of real people at your church are incredibly important when it comes to branding on your website and social media. Alex discusses his recommendations when it comes to gear.

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How To Quickly Accelerate Growth At Your Church | Ep. #147 from 2018-07-05T07:00

Every one of our churches want to grow and the best way to do that is to increase next steps. Brady discusses how to make this happen in your church.

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The 50% Rule For Church Announcements | Ep. #146 from 2018-07-04T07:00

Churches often struggle with having too many announcements, but being unsure about which ones to cut while keeping the peace. Brady shares his 50% rule that allows you to limit announcements wit...

Why “Next Steps” Are The Best Metric For Tracking Church Growth | Ep. #145 from 2018-07-03T07:00

Brady discusses why next steps are such a beneficial metric for your church and the steps you need to follow to begin tracking them.

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The New Rules For Measuring Church Growth | Ep. #144 from 2018-07-02T07:00

With church attendance continuing to drop due to major cultural shifts, it is no longer the best metric for tracking church growth or health. Brady shares 3 reasons why, and some other metrics t...

Why Your Church Needs A Communications Director | Ep. #143 from 2018-06-29T07:00

Brady shares a job description and five principle concepts to help your church decide if you need to hire someone to fill the role of communications director, or why you should have one at all.<...

The Instagram Slider Prayer Request Technique | Ep. #142 from 2018-06-28T07:00

Social media is constantly changing. Alex discusses a DM he received with story about using the slider feature on Instagram stories to encourage connection and engagement.

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How A Church Of 90 People Grew 42% In 6 Months Using Social Media | Ep. #141 from 2018-06-27T07:00

Brady discusses a message he received from a pastor who is seeing the effects of using social media at his church first hand. EJ has seen incredible growth at his church plant, and Brady shares ...

3 Effective Ways To Measure Your Church’s Social Media Efforts | Ep. #140 from 2018-06-26T07:00

Social media provides a lot of feedback and accurate tracking on how well your posts and presence are performing. Brady discusses how to know if you're succeeding as a church on social media. Listen

7 Free Summer Fonts For Churches | Ep. #139 from 2018-06-25T07:00

We understand the struggle of designing graphics for summer events and needing new, up to date fonts, but without spending a ton of money. Brady shares 7 free fonts for your church to use this s...

Tips For Welcoming First-Time Visitors To Your Church | Ep. #138 from 2018-06-22T07:00

Statistically less and less Americans attend church every single year. Ryan Wakefield of Church Marketing University joins us to discuss how to create a welcoming environment for first time gues...

How Churches Should Respond To Angry Comments Online | Ep. #137 from 2018-06-21T07:00

If you spend enough time online - you'll get an angry comment. This can leave you wondering, what do I do? How do I respond? That's what this episode is about. Brady responds to a real life situ...

Building A Church Media Team From Scratch | Ep. #136 from 2018-06-20T07:00

If you are a one man (or woman) band at your church, wearing multiple hats, and feel like your to-do list is a bit too much - Brady talks about building a team and bringing on new members.

How To Rapidly Grow Your Church’s Social Media Following | Ep. #135 from 2018-06-19T07:00

If you're wanting to grow your church's social media presence faster than you are currently - this is the Pro Church Daily episode for you! Brady discusses 3 methods to help encourage growth. Listen

5 New Exciting Video Tools For 2018 | Ep. #134 from 2018-06-18T07:00

Tech is advancing at an incredible pace, which is great for creatives because technology that used to be reserved for studios with big budgets are now highly affordable. Brady talks about 5 piec...

How To Reverse An Unhealthy Culture At Your Church | Ep. #133 from 2018-06-15T07:00

Brady responds to a member of Pro Church Nation who feels stuck and is struggling to shift the culture of his church to become more healthy. Laying out a four step plan, Brady discusses how to g...

9 Sobering Church Attendance Statistics | Ep. #132 from 2018-06-14T07:00

Brady received an Instagram DM the other day from a member of Pro Church Nation. They asked the question, "how big is a small church? Less than 2,000?" Having attended a church over a thousand a...

7 Must-Have Travel Tools For Creatives | Ep. #131 from 2018-06-13T07:00

We travel a lot here at Pro Church Tools. Whether it's capturing footage for Storytape, or speaking at conferences, there's always a trip in the works. Over the past couple years we've learned a...

Why Older Churches Must Embrace New Technology | Ep. #130 from 2018-06-12T07:00

We constantly encourage churches to seize the 167 hours outside their Sunday service each week. Brady explains why this applies to churches with older demographics as well.

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The 20X Church Mission Field | Ep. #129 from 2018-06-11T07:00

We are living through the biggest communication shift in 500 years. We see this reflected in companies like Disney and Netflix, and churches are not immune. Brady talks about how this changes th...

The Beginner’s Guide To Using A Teleprompter | Ep. #128 from 2018-06-08T07:00

Brady has presented more than 30 thousand individual church announcements over the last 5 years which has helped him develop the unique skill of reading from a teleprompter well. He shares his t...

1 Unsettling Way Millennials Are Truly Unique | Ep. #127 from 2018-06-07T07:00

We have spoken a few times about Millennials here at Pro Church Tools, and the reason for that is because we are millennials, but also because we are in a very unique time period. Brady discusse...

5 Unusual Social Media Templates For Churches | Ep. #126 from 2018-06-06T07:00

When Facebook updated their algorithm for 2018, founder Mark Zuckerberg said that the changes were to encourage "meaningful interaction." This is what you should be aiming for with your church a...

The 3-Step Funnel To Predictable Church Growth | Ep. #125 from 2018-06-05T07:00

One of the struggles for churches in 2018 and beyond is the ever growing amount of digital and social platforms to be active on, and not understanding the value in this. Brady discusses how onli...

11 FREE Social Media Tools For Churches | Ep. #124 from 2018-06-04T07:00

We all know how important social media is to the life of our churches, and its searchability online, as well as just engaging your congregation throughout the week. Brady shares 11 social media ...

1 Simple Tip For Gaining Trust With Your Church | Ep. #123 from 2018-06-01T07:00

A key component of communication, especially when you're want to be able to teach or encourage change in people's lives, is trust. Brady discusses a common way communicators build trust quickly ...

5 Best Royalty-Free Audio Sites For Churches | Ep. #122 from 2018-05-31T07:00

Royalty-free audio is so useful in so many capacities, with the most common being the backing track in videos. Brady shares the 5 best royalty-free audio sites for churches.

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How A Millennial Pastor Uses Vlogging To Grow His Church | Ep. #121 from 2018-05-30T16:00

YouTube is such a huge social media platform, especially with Gen Z. Brady shares some stories from a pastor who has blogged his church planting experience, and how these blogs are affecting peo...

How Life.Church Social Media Smartly Uses Current Events | Ep. #120 from 2018-05-29T07:00

With attention being the most important commodity and engagement being the priority, Brady sits down and discusses using current events to spark conversation.

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3 Bible Verses That Support Technology In Churches | Ep. #119 from 2018-05-28T07:00

We wanted to give a Biblical foundation for why we care so much about digital media. Brady shares three Bible passages that inspire us.

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3 Books Church Leaders Should Read In 2018 | Ep. #118 from 2018-05-25T07:00

Life long learning is an integral part of being a person progressing toward a goal. It's also an integral part of being a great leader. Brady shares a couple of his favourite books that he's rea...

The Ultimate Shortcut To Earning Attention In A Distracted Culture | Ep. #117 from 2018-05-24T07:00

Brady recently spoke at Thrive Conference in California. After his session someone asked him a question about meshing multiple generations in a single church. He shares his answer for all church...

How To Deal With Church Conflict | Ep. #116 from 2018-05-23T07:00

Brady shares a recent experience of a conflict with a colleague online. He talks about some conflict best practices and how to apply them to church.

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The Most Affordable Live Streaming Cameras For Churches In 2018 | Ep. #115 from 2018-05-22T07:00

We often get asked for recommendations of live streaming gear. Brady breaks down a selection of affordable cameras for live streaming recommended by Joel W. Smith.

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Why Live Streaming For Churches Is Overrated | Ep. #114 from 2018-05-21T07:00

Brady has often referred to his belief that live streaming your church service is overrated. He breaks down why this is the case and offers some alternatives.

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How To Be “Fishers Of Men” In A Digital Culture | Ep. #113 from 2018-05-18T07:00

Brady talks about how Jesus' call to be fishers of men translates to the church and our use of social media and technology. Go where the fish are.

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Why Is Elevation Church So Good At Social Media? | Ep. #112 from 2018-05-17T07:00

Brady often gets asked the question, what are some examples of churches who do social media exceptionally well? Elevation is definitely one of those churches. Brady talks about why this is.

5 Tips For Crafting The Perfect Sermon Bumper Script | Ep. #111 from 2018-05-16T07:00

We often receive emails asking about keys to crafting a perfect sermon bumper. Brady breaks down his top five tips to get you started.

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7 Free Graphic Design Tools For Churches | Ep. #110 from 2018-05-15T07:00

If you're looking to create graphics for your church while keeping it quick, easy and affordable - look no further! Brady shares 7 free graphic design tools.

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How 250 Churches Are Successfully Reaching Millennials | Ep. #109 from 2018-05-14T07:00

After doing several episodes on millennials, including a YouTube playlist mini course, Brady discusses a handful of churches that are ministering to this age bracket really well.

How To Use Instagram To Engage Spiritual Practice | Ep. #108 from 2018-05-12T07:00

Instagram is one of Alex's favourite social media platforms, and he is constantly looking for new ways to engage his followers. He talks about how to use Instagram to engage your church in spiri...

#SeizeThe167: The Ultimate Manifesto For Churches In A Changing World | Ep. #107 from 2018-05-11T07:00

Brady discusses our manifesto - #SeizeThe167 - and why this is such an important change in focus for churches as we live through the biggest communication shift in the last 500 years.

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The Beginner's Guide To Podcasting For Churches | Ep. #106 from 2018-05-10T07:00

So many people listen to podcasts, and churches are uniquely positioned to use this tool as statistically more Christians listen to podcasts than those who identify themselves otherwise. Brady t...

7 FREE SEO Tools For Churches | Ep. #105 from 2018-05-09T07:00

One of the top priorities of your website is ranking well in search so that you can be discovered by new visitors. Brady shares 7 tools for search engine optimization.

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The $1000 Church Video Camera Setup For 2018 | Ep. #104 from 2018-05-08T07:00

Video equipment can add up quickly but you don't necessarily need the most expensive pieces of gear. Brady shares his updated $1000 camera set up.

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Why “Just Preach The Gospel” Is Terrible Advice | Ep. #103 from 2018-05-07T07:00

"Just preach the gospel" is a common retort Brady sees used online. He discusses why this is bad advice, and how this statement is being misapplied.

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The 5 Core Values Of Video Storytelling For Churches | Ep. #102 from 2018-05-05T07:00

Brady discusses the core values he uses when creating videos, some pitfalls to avoid, and how to apply these concepts in your own videos.

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9 Questions To Ask In Your Next Church Testimony Video | Ep. #101 from 2018-05-04T07:00

Some of Brady's favourite projects have been testimony videos he's worked on. He shares 9 questions he uses to help get the best footage of the story being told.

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5 Mistakes Brady Shearer Made As A Media Director | Ep. #100 from 2018-05-03T07:00

Before founding Pro Church Tools Brady worked in his local church as a media director. He shares a handful of his biggest mistakes and how you can learn from them.

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My 7 Best Performing Email Subject Lines Of 2018 | Ep. #099 from 2018-05-02T07:00

Email is still, in our opinion, the second most important platform for your church to be using on digital. Brady shares 7 of his best performing subject lines from this year.

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7 Important Church Statistics For 2018 | Ep. #098 from 2018-05-01T07:00

Brady shares seven statistics from Barna's Trends 2018 trends that he found particularly interesting in regards to church attendance and where Christians are currently.

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How Churches Can Reach Millennials Using Podcasts | Ep. #097 from 2018-04-30T07:00

Brady discusses the surprising statistic that almost 50% of Millennials listen to podcasts, and how your church can make the most of this medium.

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How To Develop A Morning Routine | Ep. #096 from 2018-04-28T07:00

Brady has always had a morning routine, but over the last couple months has made some changes. He shares why this routine is so valuable, and both he hand Alex share what their morning routines ...

Advanced Church Communications Tip: Preemptively Responding To Objections | Ep. #095 from 2018-04-27T07:00

Brady discusses a copywriting tip that you can use to help drive more next steps at your church. The key to this is to respond to objections preemptively.

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How To Finally See Real Change In Your Church | Ep. #094 from 2018-04-26T07:00

In the past couple weeks Brady has been researching change, and how to make long term positive choices. He shares some thoughts on how to create lasting change in your church.

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What To Expect When Launching A Church Facebook Group | Ep. #093 from 2018-04-25T07:00

Alex discusses how he is using Facebook groups in his church, the hesitation he felt before starting one, and the results he started seeing within the first 24 hours.

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1 Phrase Your Church Should Stop Using (And What To Say Instead) | Ep. #092 from 2018-04-24T07:00

Communication is tough, but even small changes can move the needle forward. Brady discusses a commonly used phrase in church announcements and why we should stop using it.

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Social Media For Your Youth Group, Instagram Hashtags&Website Logos | #AskBrady Episode 62 from 2018-04-22T07:00

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Social Media For Your Youth Group, Instagram Hashtags & Website Logos | #AskBrady Episode 62 from 2018-04-22T07:00

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Student&Youth Ministry [Gen Z]: 3 Social Platforms Your Church Needs To Consider | Ep. #090 from 2018-04-21T07:00

We are living through the biggest communication shift in 500 years, and social media and technology continues to advance and change. Brady discusses the platforms that are most popular with Gen ...

3 Ways Millennials Should Learn From Older Church Leaders | Ep. #089 from 2018-04-20T07:00

The older you are, the more life experience you have to share. Brady discusses how millennials can make the most of the life lessons of those from older generations and learn from their experien...

3 Ways Older Church Leaders Can Help Disciple Millennials | Ep. #088 from 2018-04-19T07:00

In past episodes Brady has discussed the implications of the millennial generation. In this episode he talks about how older church leaders can disciple millennials.

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How A Church Of 150 Spent $109 On Facebook Ads And Got 241 New Visitors | Ep. #087 from 2018-04-18T07:00

It's important to use our resources wisely. Brady shares the story of a church who used Facebook Ads to benefit their growth strategy, and how to make it work for you.

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5 Groundbreaking Ways Churches Can #SeizeThe167 | Ep. #086 from 2018-04-17T07:00

Every week has 168 hours. The average weekly church service is around an hour long, but the influence of your church doesn't need to end there. Brady talks about seizing the other 167 hours in a...

How To Get More 5-Star Online Reviews For Your Church | Ep. #085 from 2018-04-16T07:00

Brady shares why Google and Facebook reviews are so important for your church, as well as how to trigger more of them.

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What Should NOT Go On Your Website, Improving Your SEO&FB Fundraisers | #AskBrady Episode 61 from 2018-04-15T07:00

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5 Easy Ways To Write Better Headlines In 2018 | Ep. #084 from 2018-04-14T07:00

Headlines can be used for a variety of things, from blog posts to podcast episodes. Brady shares some tips on how to make your headlines more captivating and clickable.

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The Secret Of Leading With Vulnerability (And Why It’s So Important…) | Ep. #083 from 2018-04-13T07:00

As human beings we need someone to go first, especially when it comes to difficult choices like being vulnerable. A leader's job is to go first. Brady talks about leading with vulnerability and ...

3 Free Third-Party Tools To Use Alongside Your Church's Website | Ep. #082 from 2018-04-12T07:00

Brady discusses three free third-party tools to use in tandem with your church website. These tools can enhance the user experience of your website with no extra cost.

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How To Capture Beautiful Church Photos For Free | Ep. #081 from 2018-04-11T07:00

Great photos used to be expensive and complicated - but not anymore. Advancements in technology have made great photography more readily available to everyone. Brady discusses how to take great ...

The Signature Way Churches Alienate Millennials&Gen Z | Ep. #080 from 2018-04-10T07:00

Brady discusses how every generation, just like every individual, has strengths and weaknesses and how you cannot expect to reach a generation you are busy insulting.

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Help! My Pastor Keeps Interfering With The Creative Ministry | Ep. #079 from 2018-04-09T07:00

Senior pastors in small churches tend to be in charge of a lot things themselves. This can make delegation difficult. Brady talks about how this can impact creative ministries.

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Effectively Purge Your Email List, Hiring Full-Time Staff&Website Focal Point | #AskBrady Episode 60 from 2018-04-08T07:00

Watch the video version of this episode of The #AskBrady Show here: https://www.youtube.com/user/ProChurchTool...

How To Explain To Your Pastor The Importance Of Digital Media | Ep. #078 from 2018-04-07T07:00

We are living through the biggest communications shift in 500 years. Brady talks about translating a timeless message into a timely medium, and why this is so important.

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8% Of Millennials Say THIS Is Why They Don’t Attend Church | Ep. #077 from 2018-04-06T07:00

A common assumption in Christian culture is that millennials don't attend church because it's out of date. Brady discusses the percentage for who this is true, as well as what the top reason act...

Eliminate This Form Of Christianese To Be A More Welcoming Church | Ep. #076 from 2018-04-05T07:00

Next steps need to be clear to your visitors, as well as your existing congregation. Brady discusses using colour as a solution to the Christianese surrounding connect cards and visitor centres....

The Ultimate Event Promotion System For Churches | Ep. #075 from 2018-04-04T07:00

Storytelling is the most important skill you can learn to help your church grow, succeed, and accomplish your vision and mission. In this episode Brady shares his 3 step storytelling formula. Listen

3 New Instagram Profile Hacks Your Church Can Make Today | Ep. #074 from 2018-04-03T07:00

Storytelling is the most important skill you can learn to help your church grow, succeed, and accomplish your vision and mission. In this episode Brady shares his 3 step storytelling formula. Listen

How Frequently Your Church Should Post On Social Media | Ep. #073 from 2018-04-02T07:00

A common question we receive is how often churches should post on social media. Brady talks about the intersection of quantity and quality and how to use this to determine a number.

Naming Your Church, Soliciting In Church Facebook Groups&Sermon Notes | #AskBrady Episode 59 from 2018-04-01T07:00

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5 Advanced Tips For Boosting Your Church’s Email Open Rates | Ep. #072 from 2018-03-31T07:00

No one will know what your email says if they never open it. Brady and Alex discuss some email best practices that can help boost your email open rates.

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How To Add A Free Live Chat Widget To Your Church’s Website | Ep. #071 from 2018-03-30T07:00

Live chat enables people to get in touch with your church instantly. Brady shares some stories using live chat, and the software they're using to make it happen.

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Leadership Lesson: Why Personal Responsibility Is The Ultimate Key | Ep. #070 from 2018-03-29T07:00

Brady discusses a leadership lesson that is very important in his work and personal life - taking responsibility - in this episode of Pro Church Daily.

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How To Build A $1 Million Product With Zero Funding | Ep. #069 from 2018-03-28T07:00

Brady talks about the marketing of Nucleus, as well as the difference between a bootstrapped company and one with investors, and why being autonomous is so important to us.

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How To Offer Pre-Registration For Church Kids Ministry Online | Ep. #068 from 2018-03-27T07:00

Pre-registration for children of first time guests to your church and your kids' ministry will help streamline the sign in process, and save both your guests and volunteers time. Brady talks thr...

The Best Free Gift Churches Can Give To New Visitors | Ep. #067 from 2018-03-26T07:00

Taking the step to attend a church for the first step is a huge step. Asking for their contact information is another big ask. A great thank you gift helps.

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Are Mission Statements Too Cliché, Call To Action&Finding Your New Visitors | #AskBrady Episode 58 from 2018-03-25T07:00

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5 Items Every Church Website Footer Needs | Ep. #066 from 2018-03-24T07:00

The footer of a website is often overlooked, but being one of the only things available on every page, it can be extremely valuable to use this real estate well. Brady discusses what should be i...

5 SEO Improvements You Can Make To Your Church’s Website | Ep. #065 from 2018-03-23T07:00

A lot of people find and research local businesses online. This means that it is important for your church to rank well in search results. Brady talks about Search Engine Optimization and some e...

The 3 Rules Of Church Domain Names | Ep. #064 from 2018-03-22T07:00

Your website is your church's main representative online. This is why choosing a great domain is so important. Brady discusses three rules to follow when choosing a domain.

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The Perfect Church Connect Card Template | Ep. #063 from 2018-03-21T07:00

Print may not be efficient, but it's not dead. Brady talks about the unique role connect cards play in church communications and his single best tip to get more people to fill it out.

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The Lobby Kiosk: How To Drive More Next Steps At Church | Ep. #062 from 2018-03-20T07:00

Having a single destination for information makes communication simple and streamlined. Brady talks through some tips on how to make a central hub kiosk work for your church.

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The Central Hub: Why Every Church Needs One | Ep. #061 from 2018-03-19T07:00

Brady discusses the concept of a central hub. He covers the necessary elements for a central hub, as well as how it can help your church accomplish its vision and mission in the world.

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Brady’s Teleprompter Secret, Instagram vs FB Stories&Filmora vs Adobe | #AskBrady Episode 57 from 2018-03-18T07:00

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The Best Way To Improve Your Church’s Website Today | Ep. #060 from 2018-03-17T07:00

During the construction of Nucleus Brady has done, and read, tons of research on what makes a website great. In this episode he shares the single best way to improve your church's website.

Stop! Don’t Allow Your Church To Use Stock Photos | Ep. #059 from 2018-03-16T07:00

A picture is worth a thousand words. Brady discusses the types of images churches are using on their websites, as well as which types to avoid and which to use more of.

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The 5-Part First Impression Test For Church Websites | Ep. #058 from 2018-03-15T07:00

As part of his research Brady conducted a study on church websites and whether they can pass a first impression test. In this episode he breaks down each part of this test.

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3 Surefire Ways Your Church’s Website Can Make A Great First Impression | Ep. #057 from 2018-03-14T07:00

Using statistics and studies, Brady discusses three aspects of websites that can elevate your church website and make a great first impression.

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The #1 Goal Of Every Church Website | Ep. #056 from 2018-03-13T07:00

Having, and knowing, the main goal for your church website can help clarify what should and should not be included on it. Brady discusses what your website goal should be.

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Affordable Audio For iPhone X, Instagram Follow Backs&Social Media Links | #AskBrady Episode 56 from 2018-03-11T08:00

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The Anatomy Of A Perfect Kids Ministry Website Page | Ep. #054 from 2018-03-10T08:00

One of the most necessary pages on your website is the kids ministry page. When done correctly this page will put parents' minds at ease when attending your church for the first time. Brady brea...

5 Easily Forgotten Elements Every Church Website Needs | Ep. #053 from 2018-03-09T08:00

In Brady's experience with church websites there are some necessary pieces of information that are often left off otherwise great websites. He discusses what these are and why they are important...

7 Church Website Headlines We Can All Learn From | Ep. #052 from 2018-03-08T08:00

Brady shares 7 great church website headlines and what makes them so good, while demonstrating how they use the 2 part website headline formula.

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The 2-Part Church Website Headline Formula | Ep. #051 from 2018-03-07T08:00

Statistically 5X more people will read the headline on your website compared to the body copy. Brady discusses how to make the most of your headline by writing for your audience, not yourself. Listen

The 7-Part “Plan A Visit” Church Website Page Framework | Ep. #050 from 2018-03-06T08:00

The "Plan A Visit" page on your church's website is one of the most important pages you have. Brady discusses the information that should be included on this page in his 7-part framework.

How To Use Mobile Apps To Grow Your Church | Ep. #049 from 2018-03-05T08:00

With people spending such a large portion of their time on apps, churches are often tempted to build their own. Brady discusses the stats and investment.

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When To Release Promos, Different Events In One Ministry&Effective Email | #AskBrady Episode 55 from 2018-03-04T08:00

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How Much Money ($$) A Church Should Spend On A Custom Website | Ep. #046 from 2018-03-01T08:00

Brady has tons of experience with building websites. In this episode he talks about custom websites - what to expect to pay, and the question you need to ask to determine if your site is truly c...

The 5 Elements Every Church Website Needs At The Top Of Its Homepage | Ep. 045 from 2018-02-28T08:00

Brady has described in depth why you shouldn't have a slider on your website, so in this episode he talks about what you should put on your website instead.

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3 More Reasons To Delete Your Church Website Slider Immediately | Ep. #044 from 2018-02-27T08:00

Previously on Pro Church Daily Brady discussed why sliders are not the best option for your website. Today he shares 3 more reasons why you should delete your slider.

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1 Simple Reason To Never Use A Slider On Your Church’s Website | Ep. #043 from 2018-02-26T08:00

Churches love to use sliders on their websites, but data is showing that they are not the best option. Brady explores why sliders are so popular, and why you shouldn't follow the trend.

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Brady’s Biggest Reveal, 3 Point Lighting Tips&Categorizing Your Hashtags | #AskBrady Episode 54 from 2018-02-25T08:00

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How To Send Push Notifications For Free (Without A Church Mobile App) | Ep. #042 from 2018-02-24T08:00

The one unique feature apps offer when compared to websites is the ability to send push notifications. Brady discusses how to use push notifications without building your own app.

5 Reasons Church Apps Are Vastly Overrated | Ep. #041 from 2018-02-23T08:00

Brady shares stats and data on whether your church actually needs an app or if your website is more than enough.

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Please, Don’t Try To Make Your Church’s Website “Original” | Ep. #040 from 2018-02-22T08:00

In the pursuit of originality people often lose focus what is truly important to their creative project. Brady talks about why being original is not the best marker for your website.

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The 3 Duties Every Church Website Must Fulfill - Ep. #039 from 2018-02-21T08:00

Brady condenses the most important aspects of website design into 3 simple check list items. Focus on these items to help your church website succeed.

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3 Overlooked Benefits Of Your Church’s Website - Ep. #038 from 2018-02-20T08:00

Your church website is integral to your first impression, and your online presence. In this episode Brady discusses three benefits of your website that are commonly overlooked.

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Re-Branding Brands To Your Church Brand, Letting Go of Vimeo&Over Posting | #AskBrady Episode 53 from 2018-02-18T08:00

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Re-Branding Brands To Your Church Brand, Letting Go of Vimeo&Over Posting | #AskBrady Episode 53 from 2018-02-18T08:00

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My Best Copywriting Hack Of 2018 | Ep. 036 from 2018-02-17T08:00

With attention spans being so short, holding attention is a skill worth honing. Brady shares a copywriting tactic he uses to keep people reading.

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5 Beliefs I Had About Creating Videos That Were Completely Wrong | Ep. 035 from 2018-02-16T08:00

Brady shares some of the mistakes he made when first starting out in video and how these wrong beliefs can damage what you create.

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The 3-Minute Instagram Comment Strategy That Really Works For Churches | Ep. 034 from 2018-02-15T08:00

Brady encourages you to put the local back in local church by being involved in your community on Instagram. He shares a low time investment strategy you can use to get connected.

How To Use Instagram Hashtags To Gain Followers For Your Church | Ep. 033 from 2018-02-14T08:00

Unlike Facebook, Instagram still allows you to leverage organic reach through the use of hashtags. Brady and Alex discuss how to best use them to your advantage.

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The Beginner’s Guide To Facebook Groups For Churches | Ep. 032 from 2018-02-13T08:00

With Facebook now prioritizing groups, Brady talks about how to use this featured to build community amongst your congregation online.

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How To Build A Church Communications Plan From Scratch | Ep. 031 from 2018-02-12T08:00

Brady received an Instagram DM from a Pro Church Daily follower asking how to create a communications plan for his church. On this episode he discusses where you should start.

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Switching To Insta’s Business Account, Design Inspiration&Pages vs Groups | #AskBrady Episode 52 from 2018-02-11T08:00

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The 3 Variables That Always Determine Success | Ep. #030 from 2018-02-10T08:00

There are 3 variables when it comes to success in any area of your life. In this episode he goes over these variables and discusses what it takes to improve.

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3 Copy-N-Paste Church Announcement Scripts | Ep. #029 from 2018-02-09T08:00

Announcements are the part of most church services that is generally tossed together and presented with very little thought. Brady shares 3 of his go to announcement scripts to help you communic...

How To Reach People When You’re A Church Of 50 Or Less | Ep. #028 from 2018-02-08T08:00

Sometimes smaller churches feel like they're at a disadvantage, and are unsure of how to grow beyond where they are. In this episode Brady talks about the advantages these churches have and how ...

What’s The Point Of Social Media? | Ep. #027 from 2018-02-07T08:00

Is the point of social media solely to collect likes and followers? Brady discusses how your social media accounts can support your vision statement.

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The Best Way To Steal On Social Media | Ep. #026 from 2018-02-06T08:00

There is a right and wrong way to "steal" other people's ideas on social media. Brady talks about being inspired without breaking copyright laws.

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3 Words Every Church Must Memorize To Master Social Media | Ep. #025 from 2018-02-05T08:00

In this episode Brady discusses stopping the scroll and capturing attention through pattern interrupt.

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How To Shoot A Welcome Video, Thumbnails For Sermons&Memes In Church | #AskBrady Episode 51 from 2018-02-04T08:00

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7 Innovative Churches To Follow On Instagram | Ep. #024 from 2018-02-03T08:00

The best way to find inspiration is to get outside of your context. In this episode Brady & Alex go through seven must follow Instagram accounts, and what makes them so great.

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Millennials Aren’t Ready To Be Pastors | Ep. #023 from 2018-02-02T08:00

Statistically 7 out of 10 current pastors feel like there is no one capable of replacing them. Brady talks statistics and personal experience in this episode.

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How To Convince Your Pastor When They Won’t Listen | Ep. #022 from 2018-02-01T08:00

You have a vision. Your church has a vision. Brady discusses how to line these up and ask the big ask of your senior leadership.

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The 3 S’s Of Quality Communications | Ep. #021 from 2018-01-31T08:00

In this episode Brady talks about the 3 key concepts that he used as the foundation of the Pro Church Podcast and how they translate to church communications.

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1 Weird Strategy For Acquiring More Instagram Story Views | Ep. #020 from 2018-01-30T08:00

Social media is ever evolving. Brady talks about a weird Instagram story post that has been increasing his views.

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The Ultimate YouTube Growth Strategy For Churches | Ep. #019 from 2018-01-29T08:00

YouTube is the second largest search engine in the world. Brady discusses how to build up your channel, your following and video views.

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1 Simple Reason Why Most Church Marketing Fails | Ep. #018 from 2018-01-27T08:00

Sometimes it can feel like you're putting out a ton of resources into marketing with little to no return. Brady discusses a common pattern of thinking that is holding church marketing back.

The Unstoppable Power Of Social Proof | Ep. #017 from 2018-01-26T08:00

Brady dives into the statistics that prove most people use social proof and reviews to make decisions. He also outlines how your church can use this to their advantage.

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The 3X Instagram Strategy For Churches In 2018 | Ep. #016 from 2018-01-25T08:00

Instagram's algorithm is opening up the opportunity to post more content on the platform. Brady talks about using this to your advantage and boost your follower count.

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How Your Church Can Play (And Win) The Content Marketing Lottery | Ep. #015 from 2018-01-24T08:00

Brady talks about some of Pro Church Tools most popular pieces of content and why they succeeded. He also shares how to do the same as churches.

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5X Your Pastoral Care Ministry Using Facebook Messenger | Ep. #014 from 2018-01-23T08:00

Alex talks about how he uses Facebook messenger to extend his ministry beyond Sunday mornings, and encourages other churches to do the same.

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3 Ways Churches Can Combat The 2018 Facebook Algorithm Update | Ep. #013 from 2018-01-22T08:00

Facebook has announced some big changes to their newsfeed algorithm. They plan to share more of your friends posts and less branded content. Brady talks about what this means for your church. Listen

Important Skills Creative Directors Posses, 1080 vs 720p&Optimizing YouTube | #AskBrady Episode 49 from 2018-01-21T08:00