Ranking on the first page of Google doesn’t have to be complicated! In this article, you’ll learn 4 easy tips to improve your church’s SEO.
Teach your church to evangelize this Easter using these 4 easy steps!
Church photography could be the breakthrough your church needs to reach more people.
Here are some suggestions on how to make their first visit a success.
How do you create a welcoming environment on Sundays? We want to hit on a few.
Halloween is a time when kids love to dress up, get candy and have fun. So why not leverage that for the church without celebrating Halloween? At Ridge Church, we call it Candypalooza and it’s one our most attended Sundays of the year! We encourage kids and their families to invite their friends to come, and be overwhelmed (in a good way!) with candy and to hear about the “sweetness of Jesus”.
Here are five scenes to look into from the perspective of the guest. After all, you want them to come back, right? If you’re intentional about giving these scenes attention, you are well on your way to creating a remarkable guest experience!
At its core, Plan Your Visit is not just a button or an App you put on your website. It’s a ministry that’s an extension of your Guest Services. PYV is a strategic system for ensuring your church gets new visitors each and every week – and helps those visitors connect and become active members of your congregation. It’s a system that helps people feel like they belong at your church!
If you’re looking for church gift ideas, you’ve come to the right place! This topic is close to our mission at Church Fuel (CF). Yes, we help churches get new visitors through the door each week- and at first glance, that might not seem super connected to guest gifts!
Welcome to the Ultimate Step-By-Step Playbook for navigating your Fall Festival, Harvest Party, Halloween Bash, or Trunk or Treat. This Playbook will help you reach more first-time visitors than ever before, and take advantage of the natural momentum that comes with the Fall Growth Season.
If you’ve ever wondered how to fill those pews to the brim, buckle up because we’re about to unveil the ultimate playbook on ‘How to Double Your Church on Easter’! Whether you’re a seasoned pastor or a curious church member, get ready for insights, strategies, and a dash of inspiration to make this Easter celebration one for the record books.
Are you tired of the same old church growth methods that just don’t seem to cut it? Stick around, because today we’re diving into Innovative Church Growth Strategies That Actually Work! We’ve scoured the globe, interviewed experts, and uncovered some truly game-changing tactics that are revolutionizing how churches grow and thrive. Whether you’re a seasoned pastor or a passionate volunteer, these insights will inspire and equip you to make a real impact.
Discover the secrets to creating a game-changing church invite video that captivates and inspires! In this video, we’ll walk you through essential tips, creative ideas, and practical steps to produce an invite video that truly resonates with your audience. Whether you’re new to video creation or looking to enhance your skills, this guide is perfect for you.
Are you ready to ignite your congregation’s potential and propel your church to new heights? Get ready to uncover the seven indispensable systems every thriving church needs for explosive growth! From strategic planning to community engagement, we’ve got the blueprint for success. Don’t miss out on this empowering journey – hit play now and let’s transform your church into a beacon of growth and vitality!
Ever wondered why your church isn’t experiencing the growth you hoped for? 🤔 Join us on a journey of revelation as we uncover the fascinating reasons behind stagnant pews and explore dynamic solutions to ignite your congregation’s growth! Prepare for eye-opening insights and actionable strategies in ‘This Is Why Your Church Isn’t Growing’ – because together, we’re about to unlock the secrets to a thriving spiritual community!
If you’re tired of the same old methods that seem to yield minimal results, you’ve clicked on the right video. Today, we’re diving into the holy grail of church expansion with not just one, not two, but seven proven ideas that will breathe new life into your congregation. From innovative outreach programs to digital evangelism tactics, we’ve got the insider scoop on what actually works in today’s dynamic world.
Are you ready to take your church to new heights? 🚀 In today’s video, we’re diving into the holy grail of innovation with ’10 Innovative Strategies for Growing Your Church.’ Whether you’re a seasoned pastor or a passionate member, these strategies are your secret weapons for ushering in a new era of growth and vibrancy.
Are you ready to take your church to soaring new heights? 🚀 If you’ve ever wondered how to sprinkle a bit of magic dust on your congregation numbers, you’re in the right place! Today, we’re delving into the ultimate guide on “How To Double Your Church Fast” – because let’s face it, who doesn’t want their pews packed with eager souls? 🙌 Join us as we uncover the secrets, strategies, and savvy tips to ignite growth in your faith community faster than you can say, “Hallelujah!”
If you’ve been craving the inside scoop on how to skyrocket your church’s impact while nurturing strong bonds within your community, you’re in for a treat. Join us as we unveil the key strategies, tips, and tricks that are revolutionizing the way churches connect with new families and ignite explosive growth.
In this must-watch video, we unveil the ultimate blueprint to double your church’s size in 2024! Whether you’re a pastor, church leader, or devoted member, you’ll discover actionable strategies and proven techniques to attract new members, engage your congregation, and foster a vibrant community of faith.
If you’re a small congregation looking to make a big impact, you’ve come to the right place. Today, we’re diving into the holy grail of church growth: marketing! 🌟 Join us as we unwrap a treasure trove of creative and practical church marketing ideas tailored specifically for smaller churches. From social media strategies to community outreach gems, get ready to elevate your church’s visibility and engagement in ways that are as effective as they are inspiring.
Welcome, aspiring church planters and seasoned clergy alike! If you’ve ever dreamt of sowing the seeds of a thriving spiritual community or you’re already knee-deep in the journey, you’re in the right place. Today, we’re diving headfirst into the holy grail of church planting strategies for 2024.
Whether you’re a seasoned pastor or a fresh-faced enthusiast, stick around as we sprinkle some divine inspiration and practical tips to help your congregation bloom in no time. Let’s turn those pews into a bustling sanctuary of believers together!
Are you ready to experience explosive growth in your church community this year? In this video, we’re diving into the essential strategies and proven tactics you need to construct a Church Growth Machine in 2024.
In this video, we’re diving deep into the strategies and tactics that helped us welcome an incredible 447 new visitors to our church in just 4 months. Whether you’re a small church looking to expand your reach or a larger congregation aiming to boost attendance, we’ve got you covered.
If you’re stuck right now especially if you’re a smaller church, in today’s episode we’re talking about the number one most misunderstand principle in church growth. when you understand this and apply it at your church you have the potential to reach a bunch of new families because you taking advantage of family dynamics and working with the natural rhythms of the school year.
Looking for examples of effective church landing pages? Look no further! In this video, we take a look at 3 different landing page examples and analyze what makes them successful.
Do you want to know how to create a church Facebook page? I’ll walk you through a couple of things you need before you set up your church Facebook page.
Do you want to increase your church’s social media presence? In this video, we’ll talk about how to start a church Facebook page to increase your church’s social media presence and reach more people.
Have you ever wondered how many people could your church reach on Facebook? Well wonder no more! In this video we break down the numbers and show you just how powerful Facebook can be for churches.
Still hesitating on whether or not you should invest your marketing budget on Facebook ads for your church? Well, let me show you what you’re missing out on! In this video, I’ll show you some church Facebook ads examples that I’ve done and let the results speak for themselves!
Do Facebook Ads work for increasing church visitors? The answer may surprise you!
In this video, we take a look at real world examples who used Facebook Ads to increase their visitor count. Spoiler alert: the results were mixed. But even if your church doesn’t see an immediate increase in visitors, Facebook Ads can still be a powerful tool for reaching new people.
The current pandemic really brought the numbers down for churchgoers. There’s no better way to bring those numbers back up than by inviting visitors and keeping them coming back! Watch this video to learn how to retain church visitors so they’ll want to join your church!
In this video, Chris Abbott shares how this small church used prayer ads to get 209 new visitors in 5 months.
Can churches really get $10,000 of Google Ads a month? Yes! But don’t make these common mistakes when using the Google Ad Grant at your church.
Want your church to show up at the top of Google’s search results? Good news! It can, and it doesn’t have to cost you a dime with Google’s Free Ad Grant for registered nonprofits!
Bobby Williams’ slidedeck and notes from September 2024’s Weekly Member Call: 3 Powerful Things to Get Your Congregation to Invite
Want to encourage your congregation to invite friends to your event? Use this Canva template to create Coffee Card Invite Cards for your event. Attach a coffee card to the invite card and allow people to bring the invite card as a ticket for free event entry.
Let’s make Mother’s Day special! Here are some fun ideas to try at your church this year.
In this doc, you’ll find tons of ideas and resources for blessing your community, ideas for kids and families, egg hunts, promoting your Easter services, and celebrating Holy week.
This document is a place to put all the key information about your church. Make sure your church’s information is consistent across all platforms- church website, social media, google my business, yelp, etc.
As Coach Ryan Brooks puts it, “We don’t hope people engage with the mission, we coach them to engage the mission”. Use this Invite Coaching Cheat Sheet from Vertical Church to coach your congregation to invite.
Use this Canva template from Coach Ryan Brooks at Vertical Church to create invite cards for your church. Match the colors to your church’s branding
For a few weeks leading up to major holidays (like Christmas and Easter), put invite cards on pop bottles for your congregation members to take and use to invite their friends. Use these templates to get started, and customize them to your church. Two styles included – a version that goes over the top of the bottle, and a tag version that can be used on any kind of snack/gift.
Use this script to film a selfie video inviting people to Easter at your church.
How To Shoot A Walking Selfie Video Ad. Selfie Videos are easy to do and they resonate with just about everyone online. From a church communications/marketing perspective, it’s probably the number one tool in your toolbox to reach out and connect with your community.
To make it easier to get around the Easter Kit, here are all the links to its downloadable resources. One-click and you’re on your way to experiencing the best Easter yet!
What to do if we mention a “one-click page install in Omega” and you log into your Omega builder and can’t find that particular page.
Start and stay organized! Put all your church information and have all staff and volunteers pull the information from this page. Your information needs to be consistent on all platforms and profiles: Google My Business, social media, website, yelp.
Here are some example church descriptions. Use the Church Description Generator to make on for your church.
16 Tips for Better Phone Photography for Church Social Media. In this coaching, we’ve chosen to focus on phone photography, because it’s the easiest and cheapest option.
This template is an example and is not legal advice. Church Fuel is not a legal firm and we recommend you check with legal counsel in your state before publishing your website privacy policy.
Easter Tips laid out in video format for your church to get more visitors than ever before.
A Megatron Campaign is a strategy to use a few times a year to get the word out about a Big Event at your church.
A guide that walks you through how to welcome guests at church using the Plan Your Visit Framework.
Your website landing page is key when pointing people to attend your event. Here is a list of tips for you to implement on your website as well as some examples of landing pages we love from real churches.
Here is a list of website developers that were recommended in our Church Marketers Facebook Group.
Do you need new strategies for reaching out to people in your community? In this video, I’ll list down some unique outreach ideas for church growth that will be sure to get the word out about your church!
Here’s an example of how your church can set up Custom Audiences and run a campaign inviting people back after a big event like Christmas or Easter.
Do you want your church to rank higher-up in Google search? In this episode, Chris Abbott will talk about how to get a church higher-up the Google search results.
21 Days of Hope is a 21-day challenge your church can do leading up to Easter. Included are all the scripts and messages you need.
A 7-episode video series by Ryan and Michael Lukaszewski for Lead Pastors in marketing.
Here’s our 12-month guide for implementing a system at your church, breaking the year into two types of alternating seasons: Momentum Seasons and Ministry Seasons.
Do you want to know how to increase your church visitors? Chris Abbott will give you some tips and show you some ways on how to do this. Watch this video to learn how to improve visitor experience so they’ll keep coming back!
Have you heard about the game-changing Plan Your Visit strategy that most churches have been using to get amazing results? You can try it out too and achieve the same outcome! Just watch this video to learn how to start doing Plan Your Visit at your church!
Have you tried a plan your visit ministry before? Chris Abbott leads you through a 2 part video series where he’ll show you the ultimate guide to plan your visit for churches.
This Copywriting “Cheat Sheet” was created to help you write effective copy that helps you get more visitors every single week.
It can be exciting to see a lot of people signing up to visit, but what really matters is if they actually show up! In this video, Chris Abbott will give effective tips on how to get Plan Your Visits to show up on Sunday and even keep them coming back!
Your church is already organizing events to reach people. Now learn how to take your event marketing to the next level.
Try out some of these ways to engage your community this summer
Some churches actually have more ministry events while many of us worry about the dreaded summer slump.
As you plan your church’s summer schedule, we’ve got seven ideas for your community outreach this summer.
Teaching your church to invite is one of the most important things you can do as a pastor. It’s one of those keystone habits, and it affects nearly everything else in the church. When your members invite others, good things happen.
5 common mistakes to avoid when launching an outreach event plus how to plan your next outreach
Three Things to Do Before You Ask Your Church to Invite
Teaching your church to invite is one of the most important things you can do as a pastor. It’s one of those keystone habits, and it affects nearly everything else in the church. When your members invite others, good things happen.
Here are five ideas to make every Sunday like Easter Sunday
There are two holidays that present unique opportunities for churches: Mother’s Day
and Father’s Day.
A step by step guide to set up and run Prayer Ads. The goal of each ad campaign is to get to 1,000 prayer requests.
Plan Your Visit is not a button or App you put on your website, it’s a ministry that’s an extension of your Guest Services. PYV is a strategic system for ensuring your church gets new visitors each and every week – and helps those visitors connect and become active members of your congregation.
A step-by-step plan to create an amazing Christmas service, with the goal of doubling your
Christmas attendance.
Use this 12-month guide with your team to plan your how you will reach new people and get visitors in the upcoming ministry year. This will help you and your team prepare for the growth that God has planned for your church!
In the past year, marketing for churches has gone from a good idea to a necessary course of action. But you’re a pastor, not a marketer. So we’re bringing you a crash course that will help you maximize your marketing in a way that works for you. This is a church marketing course created specifically for pastors. You don’t need a marketing certification to reach people. But you do need to understand the digital landscape and how to utilize the right tools available to you.
The Ultimate Step-by-Step Playbook for reaching more first-time visitors, growing your church over summer, and punching the Summer Slump in the face.
Outreach is one of the most effective ways to reach your community. This resources offers creative ways for your church to become known in your community.
This webinar was done with Easter around the corner, but inviting is important all throughout the year. Michael gives practical tips on how to create a culture of inviting that will last year-round. So if you’re looking for practical ways to lead your church to invite their friends, neighbors, and co-workers, this replay is worth your time.
The Inviting Course will help you master objectives like creating a culture where guests are welcome, equipping your church to invite their friends, neighbors, and co-workers, and leveraging advertising and promotions. Through plans, tools, and real-life examples from churches who are doing this well, you’ll learn to engage your congregation and start reaching new guests.
These are a companion with the Plan Your Visit Video Invite Scripts. You’re welcome to use these for your church or use them as an example to record your own.
When asking someone at your church to write a review, here are some pointers and examples to give them.
Are you ready to see more visitors at your Christmas service?
Photos are windows for people to view into your church. This guide will walk you through best practices for capturing photos at your church.
The Ultimate Step-By-Step Playbook for navigating Back To School, reaching more first-time visitors than ever before, and taking advantage of the natural momentum that comes with the beginning of the school year
This course is designed to save you time and give you incredible results. You’ll learn how to be ready for your Easter service and beyond. The content is built to help you not just have a big Easter service but to have a big impact with guests translating into consistent attendees.
In this Live Class replay, Justin Trapp with Ministry Pass gives strategic tips on how reach new people by taking advantage of your “front door funnel”.
You can use this Church Marketing Funnel as a guide to build your own. It’s shaped just like the traditional cylindrical marketing funnel that businesses use, but it’s tailored to the needs of the church. This resource not only helps your church define a pathway for getting people connected, but also suggests the channels you should use to do so and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) that your team can use to determine effectiveness.
In this guide, we’ll help you sort out the privacy issues associated with church photography so you can start using photos to reach more people than ever before.
Great photography of your people will make a big difference for almost every other aspect of your church’s marketing.
In this guide, we’ll give you an overview of what you need to know about Yelp and walk you through how to set up a long-term process for getting those all-important recommended reviews.
Stay organized with this customizable spreadsheet to keep track of all your church account passwords. This accessibility ensures that you can reach your passwords whenever and wherever you need them.
Use the Big Event Playbook as your step-by-step plan to invite your community to a big event coming up at your church. This works great for a big Easter or Christmas campaign.
Learn how to utilize Facebook Pixels and Facebook Custom Audiences, and learn how you can best use them to get more people to come to church. We’ll take you through every step, including the technical steps of getting your Facebook pixel installed on your website.
The search term “churches near me” is searched over 90,000 times every month. And that excludes how many time people search for “churches in {insert your city}.” This guide will help you get “found” on the web when people are searching for a church.
To make sure that every area of your church is guest-friendly, the Inviting Church Checklist is a great place to start. Use this resource to evaluate various areas in your church and make them more inviting.
In this Live Class replay, Tyler Rominger with Ministry Designs explains Search Engine Optimization and why it matter for you church. He explains his 3 part formula for SEO and how to apply it to your church website.
Looking for evangelism ideas to carry throughout the year? Well, let’s start by talking about how you organize your year.
Top 10 ideas you can use in your church to create an evangelistic culture and realize life change in your community.
Watch this video to see an example of how to use Google Ads to reach more people around the Mother’s Day season. Includes what key words people are searching.
Here’s a year’s worth of Facebook Ads Templates that you can plug and play 12 months for your church. Also download the 12 Example Selfie Videos.
In this document, we’ll list the top Google Ad resources that we’ve found and compiled. You’ll find an Eligibility Checker, steps to apply, instructions to write effective ads, and more.
Church Connect Cards play a vital role in helping you turn first-time visitors into members. Download new connect cards and take them to the next level.