I asked AI, using Copilot, to offer three uses of Notion.AI for an organization like pocomms.com. I began with the following agent setup: “What are three ways I can use Notion.AI to help organize pocomms.com as an organization?” The initial response I received was the following: (I’ve added my own commentary along the way.) Build […]
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Perplexity AI
Lately, I’ve been exploring different AI platforms. One of the platforms I found is Perplexity AI, and after spending some time with it, here’s what I’ve learned so far. The information here is mainly for the free version. There is a pro version at a cost. Perplexity AI: Research Assistant Perplexity AI is a unique […]
Common AI Myths for Ministry Leaders
Do you feel overwhelmed by new technology? Artificial intelligence (AI), in particular, can feel that way. It raises fears and misconceptions that prevent our ministries from working more efficiently. AI is a powerful tool to apply to ministry work. This week, we’re addressing some of the most common AI myths for ministry leaders. Our goal […]
Learning AI Prompts
The Set Up Today, I’m offering some results of working with Learning AI Prompt Engineering. Last week, I mentioned that I was going to start taking some time each week to learn a new aspect of AI. I’m starting with Prompt Engineering simply because it was the first item on my list. I took this […]
What is AI, and Why Should Your Church Care?
Staying connected with your congregation and community is more important than ever. From social media posts to designing a new bulletin, the demands on your ministry’s communications are constant. You may have heard the buzz about “AI” and wondered if it’s just another passing tech trend or if it’s something your church should be paying […]
Can’t Afford A Full Website? Try A One-Page Site Instead
There’s a powerful and accessible alternative: the one-page website. Have you heard of or seen one? Everyone knows that smaller churches are tight on budgets. Resources are often stretched thin, and every dollar has to work overtime. That doesn’t mean you should skimp on a vital tool for connecting with your community: a website. Even […]
What Have You Done With AI?
I must admit, I’m behind in a lot of ways when it comes to AI. I’ve dabbled in it with some basic graphics, outlines for blog posts, and even helping with outlines for courses. But, the reality is, I’m not very good at it. AI has taken off in the last couple of years (maybe […]
The Lonely Pulpit
The Lonely Pulpit is the idea that being a pastor in a small church can be a lonely job. Without a staff to help with some of the many tasks involved, there’s a good chance a pastor can suffer from burnout. Here are some things you can do to help the pastor out and make […]
Storytelling for Churches
Storytelling stands at the core of Christian tradition. From Jesus’s parables to modern testimonies, churches have always harnessed the transformative power of stories. Today, effective storytelling remains essential for congregations looking to communicate biblical truths, strengthen community bonds, and engage members and visitors in meaningful ways. The Biblical Foundation of Christian Storytelling Scripture itself is […]
Dare To Be Different
Rethinking the Church Model Look around at most churches, and a familiar pattern emerges. Sunday worship (perhaps a midweek service too), student ministries, children’s programs, adult groups, missions initiatives, a choir, and a band (especially if contemporary worship is part of the service). Maybe an occasional church-wide Bible study rounds out the offerings. This standardized […]