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Online ministry has become a powerful way to reach people with the hope and message of Christ. As technology continues to advance and develop, opportunities to create a sense of community and fostering meaningful connections online has become extremely vital. While there are many ways to do this, platforms. like Discord can serve as a valuable tool for online ministers.

In the Church there are lots of different ways you can serve. And, with Online Ministry options, there are even more of a variety of options. However, just because someone is comfortable using technology and has the passion to serve in this area doesn't mean they automatically know how to effectively serve in the different roles. Proper training is key to equipping your digital volunteers for online ministry excellence.

Whether they have been called Life Groups, Small Groups, Community Groups, Discipleship Groups or something else, these groups have been a key component to helping people discover God in a community.  

  This week, Ashley and Andy sit down with Nate Cottman to discuss all things content creation, vulnerability, masculinity, loving your partner/spouse, and how to keep it all Biblically solid as an influencer. 5 Key Takeaways to Enlighten Your Spirit: Learn how Nate's personal tribulations, including divorce and loss, transformed his Instagram platform into a beacon for godly relationships. Discover Nate's approach to balancing the demands of consistency in online ministry with the need for personal rest and recuperation. Gain insights into repurposing long-form pastoral messages into impactful, bite-sized content for social media engagement Explore the power of masculine vulnerability through biblical examples,as Nate challenges stereotypes and promotes authentic connection. Hear how pivoting content strategy in response to burnout can lead to personal growth and a stronger, more resonant message to followers.   What do you think? Share your ideas below or on social media. Through The Church Digital, we are helping physical and digital churches better understand the discipleship process, and helping churches and church planters understand this and other decentralized mindset shifts. By taking this quick survey we can get you connect with a coach, resources and more. Also, check out our Facebook Group where we are encouraging people daily. 

Going "viral" was such a huge thing for social media managers and content creators. Actually, it may still be a goal that they strive for. After all, who doesn't want to hit thousands of views on content you create. However, despite the goal, going viral is not something that you can plan or predict. That is why, as Church Communicators and Digital Missionaries, the goal in sharing content  should NOT be to go viral, but it is to speak the Truth that leads people down a path of discipleship.