Best Prochurchtools Podcasts (2025)

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Fix Your Church's Awful Team Culture 37:35

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10h ago37:35

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Skills alone can't compensate for a broken culture. If the team is unhealthy, the ministry will always feel stuck. Today, we're laying out a reset plan — a practical roadmap to start rebuilding trust, clarity, and a healthy team culture. Let's get to work. ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00 - Intro 1…

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Best $0 Social Media Tools For Churches 27:28

7d ago27:28

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Level up your church's social without spending a cent. From scheduling and analytics to project management and planning, today's episode is all about the best $0 tools churches can use to streamline their work and improve results. Let's upgrade your workflow and keep costs at zero. ============================= Table of Contents: ==================…

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The Worst Part Of Church Comms (According To You) 42:13

14d ago42:13

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I asked you all, "What's one thing that frustrates you about church comms?" Today, we're unpacking your top answers — counting down from the least to the most common. And as we go, we'll share practical advice from real church experiences on how to fix these frustrations for good. ============================= Table of Contents: ===================…

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The New Era Of Social Media Is Here 33:30

21d ago33:30

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The next era of social media is arriving - and recent court filings from Meta give us a glimpse of what's coming. These revelations reveal a major shift in how platforms will operate moving forward. In this episode, we're breaking down what it means for your church and how to prepare. ============================= Table of Contents: ===============…

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Why Great People Stop Volunteering At Good Churches 34:35

1M ago34:35

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Why do great volunteers stop serving at good churches? The reason usually isn't hard to spot — but finding a real solution takes work. That's exactly what we're unpacking in today's episode. ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00 - Intro 3:05 - Habits Of Joy 7:13 - Practice Intentional Discomfort 15:22 -…

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How To Never Run Out Of Creative Ideas At Church 26:46

1M ago26:46

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We're pulling back the curtain on the exact systems we use to stay inspired and creative - week after week - without burning out. You'll learn how to build processes that generate fresh ideas on demand, even when you feel stuck or uninspired. ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00 - Intro 01:53 — The Que…

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When Should A Church Post About Tragic Current Events 27:05

2M ago27:05

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When tragedy strikes and the world turns to social media, churches often wonder whether to speak up or stay silent. Today, we're unpacking a clear, actionable policy for navigating tragic current events online - complete with real examples and the key caveats every church should consider before posting. Learn how to respond with wisdom, compassion,…

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The Historic Rise Of Gen Z Church Attendance 38:57

2M ago38:57

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Gen Z is now attending church more than any other age group — what Barna calls "a historic and generational reversal." In this video, we'll explore why it's happening and what it means for your church moving forward. ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00 - Intro 0:38 - Thoughts on Gen Z being on the top…

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Social Media's Hidden Gift to Small Churches 27:45

2M ago27:45

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Smaller churches have a unique edge on social media — one that actually becomes more powerful the smaller your church is. It's a feature that can completely transform the way you approach social. And here's the kicker: bigger churches don't really have access to it. ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00…

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How Even the Smallest Churches Can Win on Social Media 28:27

3M ago28:27

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Small churches actually have a big advantage on social media — as long as they're not trying to copy bigger ones. The secret is in what you measure. Forget likes and followers. There are two other metrics that matter far more, and they're the key to thriving on social as a smaller church. ============================= Table of Contents: ===========…

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Free Tools Churches Can't Live Without 38:14

3M ago38:14

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We've put together the ultimate list of 49 free tools churches are using right now. And here's the best part — these aren't just our picks. Every single tool comes directly from churches like yours, already putting them to work in real ministry. ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00 - Intro 3:17 - Commu…

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Trends Churches Secretly Hate (But Do Anyway) 37:00

3M ago37:00

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What's a popular church tech or creative trend that drives you crazy? We asked that on Instagram and got hundreds of replies. Some overlapped, some were surprising, and a few were just plain weird. Today, we're breaking them all down. ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00 - Intro 1:25 - No Vowels 4:26 -…

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Instagram Confirms Big Algorithm Changes [Important] 37:03

3M ago37:03

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Instagram just rolled out some major changes – and yes, they affect everyone. So what now? We'll walk you through what's shifting in the algorithm and share practical adjustments your church can make to stay ahead. ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00 - Intro 1:43 - Supply vs. Demand 7:45 - The Danger …

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Steal These Viral Hooks: Church Social Media Edition 31:20

4M ago31:20

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03If your hook fails, your post fails – it's that simple. We studied thousands of posts from 63 churches over the past year to uncover the hooks that performed best. The findings? Some were expected, others completely unexpected – and we're sharing them all with you. ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:0…

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Human vs. AI Sermon Clips: Full Experiment 47:57

4M ago47:57

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We put four of the top AI tools to the test — three made for churches and one mainstream option. Using real sermons, we measured editing experience, post quality, and time saved. The goal? To find out which tool, if any, is worth using for your church's social media… or if it's still better to do it yourself. ============================= Table of …

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How To Promote The Same Church Event (Over & Over) 41:06

4M ago41:06

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You don't have to stop promoting the same event at church – you just need to do it in a way that keeps people interested. That's what today's episode is all about. We took a bunch of real promotions you submitted and we're going to show you how to rework them into fresh, repeatable frameworks that actually get attention without wearing people out. …

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The Dark Side Of AI In Youth Ministry 34:52

4M ago34:52

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More and more teens are turning to AI chatbots for connection, advice, and answers. What could go wrong? If you're in youth ministry, you may have already seen the dark side of this trend. In this video, we explore why this shift could be more damaging to Gen Z than social media was for Millennials—and what your ministry can do about it. ==========…

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How AI Is Transforming Church Tech (For Worse) 30:15

5M ago30:15

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The future of creativity is shifting—fast. And for the first time, humans aren't the only ones leading the way. New studies from Stanford and MIT reveal how AI is already transforming creative work. In this video, we break down the top 3 takeaways every creative needs to know to stay ahead. ============================= Table of Contents: =========…

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Forget Attendance Goals - Track This Instead at Church 36:02

5M ago36:02

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A church in Arizona has shared its goals for the year—and surprisingly, not one of them mentions attendance. So what are they focusing on instead? And should your church take a similar approach? In this episode, we break down their strategy and what it could mean for your ministry. ============================= Table of Contents: ==================…

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Church Live Streaming Is Dead (here's what's next) 25:45

5M ago25:45

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Church live streaming is one of the most misunderstood parts of modern ministry. Some see it as a threat, others as a lifeline—but most hold at least a few misconceptions. So in this episode, we're unpacking the truth, challenging assumptions, and exploring what's next for digital church. ============================= Table of Contents: ===========…

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10 Habits of Healthy Churches (copy these) 38:49

6M ago38:49

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Almost every church says they preach the Bible, follow Jesus, and care about discipleship. Yet, we all know there's a big difference between a healthy church and one that's not. So what sets them apart? That's what we're unpacking today—10 key habits that define truly healthy churches. ============================= Table of Contents: ==============…

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The Rulebook for Leading Church Creative Departments 43:09

6M ago43:09

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Sometimes it feels easier to just do the project yourself. But if you're the only creative your church can rely on, you're going to hit a ceiling. You need others—and a system to lead them well. That's where our Rulebook for Leading Church Creative Departments comes in. Let's walk through it together. ============================= Table of Contents…

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Father's Day At Church: 10 Unique Ideas 27:34

6M ago27:34

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Father's Day is almost here—so here are creative ways your church can celebrate and appreciate dads. ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00 - Intro 0:32 - #1: Don't Make Dads a Caricature 3:27 - #2: Have Fathers Recognize Other Fathers 6:13 - #3: Dad Jokes In Pre-Service Slides 7:20 - #4: Create A Reason…

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Steal These 15 Church Social Posts For Summer 30:48

6M ago30:48

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Need summer social media ideas for your church? These 15 proven posts work—no fancy gear required. ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00 - Intro 2:18 - Kid POV 4:03 - Blown Away Promo 5:35 - Press This Button 7:48 - When You & Your Best Friend Serve On Different Teams 10:21 - Whisper In The Crowd 12:44 …

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The 2025 Church Social Media Calendar 38:27

7M ago38:27

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If I ran your church's social media, this is the calendar I'd use. It works across platforms, adapts to your time, and scales with your team. ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00 - Intro 8:50 - TUE & THUR: Sermon Clip #1 & #2 17:33 - MON: Quote Post 19:20 - WED: Carousel & Text Thread 23:00 - FRI: YouT…

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Fix Your Church's Awful Team Culture 37:35

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Best $0 Social Media Tools For Churches 27:28

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The Worst Part Of Church Comms (According To You) 42:13

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The New Era Of Social Media Is Here 33:30

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Why Great People Stop Volunteering At Good Churches 34:35

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How To Never Run Out Of Creative Ideas At Church 26:46

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When Should A Church Post About Tragic Current Events 27:05

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The Historic Rise Of Gen Z Church Attendance 38:57

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Social Media's Hidden Gift to Small Churches 27:45

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How Even the Smallest Churches Can Win on Social Media 28:27

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Free Tools Churches Can't Live Without 38:14

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Trends Churches Secretly Hate (But Do Anyway) 37:00

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Instagram Confirms Big Algorithm Changes [Important] 37:03

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Steal These Viral Hooks: Church Social Media Edition 31:20

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Human vs. AI Sermon Clips: Full Experiment 47:57

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How To Promote The Same Church Event (Over & Over) 41:06

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The Dark Side Of AI In Youth Ministry 34:52

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How AI Is Transforming Church Tech (For Worse) 30:15

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Forget Attendance Goals - Track This Instead at Church 36:02

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Church Live Streaming Is Dead (here's what's next) 25:45

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10 Habits of Healthy Churches (copy these) 38:49

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The Rulebook for Leading Church Creative Departments 43:09

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Father's Day At Church: 10 Unique Ideas 27:34

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Steal These 15 Church Social Posts For Summer 30:48

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The 2025 Church Social Media Calendar 38:27