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Most religious organizations don’t want to talk about finances, but finances are one of the main resources that keep churches alive. However, this resource was threatened during the pandemic. Many churches are just now figuring out how to get back on their feet amid a new, more hybrid version of the church. Host Ryan Dearbone discusses financial planning for churches in this new climate and how to have honest conversations about staying financially solvent.

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Artificial Intelligence is rapidly becoming a part of our everyday lives. So it shouldn't be surprising that it's entering our religious experience! Just how is AI being integrated into the way we worship? What are the pros and cons? Will we one day have completely AI church services with virtual church leaders? Host Ryan Dearbone discusses this and more with guest Brian Sigmon, the CEO & Publisher at Friendship Press.

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Rev. Lindsey Ardrey was in seminary when the pandemic hit and disrupted the way things happened in the Episcopal church as well as many other churches and denominations around the world. In this episode, we talk to Rev. Ardrey about her experiences seeing Episcopalian churches adapt to the changes the pandemic brought on. We also look at the "business" of the church which is vital to keeping the doors open now that there are options between virtual and in-person worship.

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Spiritual music is generally a large part of church services. Now in the post-pandemic era, the way our hymns are delivered to us is changing. We talk to Minister Brittany Whitlow about it. She also shares the joys and complexities associated with having to conduct music for both an in-person and virtual audience. We also look at how spiritual music will have to evolve in order to keep up with the digital crowd.

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In this episode, we talk to Rev. Megan Huston of First Christian Church in Bowling Green, KY, about how she keeps her online community, which includes both old and new church members, in the forefront and keeps them from becoming "afterthoughts". We also delve into whether dependency on online-only worship is problematic. She also gives her thoughts on what should remain private in churches versus what is broadcast through a livestream. Rev. Huston mentions how upcoming church renovations will add to their media ministry. Finally, we discuss how livestreaming and social media can help expose others to women in church leadership positions.

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In this episode, we talk to Rev. Dr. Marlon Scott about how he turned his entire ministry virtual. We learn what it’s been like having a church truly “with no walls” as he explains how he went from shunning social media and live-streaming all together to being a huge proponent of virtual worship. He tells a unique story of how a natural disaster (not the pandemic) began the changeover for him. Rev. Scott shares how he maintains a congregation when there is absolutely no in-person interactions. Check out this dynamic conversation!

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In the second part of our interview, we delve with Minister Merritt into why he feels a full turn to virtual-only church would eventually kill Christianity in the United States. We also look at why young people are misunderstood when it comes to religion and media. We also talk about how the church for the new generation may come into fruition.

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In this 2-part episode, we talk to 19-year-old Minister Donari Merritt, who has been preaching since he was 14. In the first episode, Minister Merritt talks about his journey into preaching at an early age, and he gives us his perspective on what Gen Z feels about religion in a virtual space. He also shares his thoughts on what it means to be a "digital native" when it comes to preaching. Don't forget to leave a comment on this episode. Check out our previous episodes on Apple Music and Spotify!

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