The Church Digital Podcast

The Church Digital wraps 2025 with a candid look at what is next. Jeff shares why the podcast is shifting to seasons, how decentralization will elevate new voices, and why “fail fast, fail forward” matters for ministry. He also talks about the heart behind platforming leaders in diverse contexts, from urban ministry to gaming, and dreams of multilingual shows that point people to Jesus. You will h...

What happens when a ministry built on innovation decides to let go of control and trust God with the future? In this stream, Jeff from The Church Digital opens up about moving from a centralized model of leadership to a decentralized, Spirit-led movement. He shares how God has been shifting his heart from running everything himself to empowering others across the world to lead, create, and multipl...

What if your gameplay isn’t just escape—it’s assignment? Today, I streamed live with Chinomage and Flatcap to celebrate what went down yesterday at the Digital Missionary Gaming Summit (DMCon). This wasn’t a recap. It was a moment to reflect, celebrate, and invite others into what’s stirring in the movement. Gaming isn’t a side hustle for the church—it’s a mission field. And we’re finally treating...

In this stream, Jeff gives a lively behind-the-scenes look at the Digital Missionary Gaming Summit. He recaps a global run of four summits with nearly a thousand registrations and representation from over 80 countries, then spotlights why this final event focuses on gamers. The heart of it is simple and strong. Every game is a gathering, every chat is a chance, and God can use our screens for the...

The Church Digital Podcast marks its 365th episode with an inside look at the European Digital Missionary Conference. Jeff Reed and Simon Dirks share how Europe is being reframed from post-Christian to pre-revival. From church planting networks to diaspora communities and growing digital ministries, God is writing a new story of faith, unity, and mission. Jeff and Simon highlight voices like Jim M...

In this episode, Jeff gives us a raw, behind-the-scenes look at what’s coming up, why Europe’s post-Christian culture makes digital ministry so important, and what you can expect from this global gathering. Cathedrals might be museums today, but the Gospel is alive online. And digital missionaries are stepping in where traditional methods no longer reach. Jeff also shares some real talk about the...

In this episode, Jeff Reed reflects on the CTRL+ALT+Recover Digital Missionary Summit and the powerful moments that unfolded. From unexpected tech challenges to raw, honest testimonies, the event highlighted the importance of vulnerability and recovery in ministry. Stories like Sepi’s reminded us that brokenness is never the end of the story—God rebuilds us in new ways to be used for His greater p...

Jeff Reed recaps a full week: consulting with a small Presbyterian church, highlights from the Digital Neighborhoods conference, and the heart behind CTRL+ALT+Recover. He shares a wild moment—a real phone conversation with an AI agent—and how tools like live translation and platform chat will serve upcoming events. You’ll also hear quick updates on the European Digital Missionary Summit (Oct 1) an...

The Digital Missionary Conference was more than just an event—it was a movement. Jeff Reed unpacks how God orchestrated the Digital Neighborhood Summit, weaving together voices from around the world to reveal a unified vision for digital missions. From keynotes to breakouts, every piece connected in ways that no one planned except by the Spirit of Jesus Himself. In this episode, Jeff reflects on h...

The Church Digital is mobilizing a new wave of digital missionaries. In this stream, Jeff shares why our upcoming Digital Missionary Conferences matter—from Digital Neighborhoods to Christ-Centered Recovery, European Summit, and Gaming. You’ll hear how platforms function like unique “neighborhoods,” why culture-aware evangelization matters, and how global partners are rallying to equip the Church...

Jeff opens with a candid update from The Church Digital: after 300+ episodes, the podcast will transition in 2026 into a streaming network that elevates new voices. He teases a powerful lineup with Ann Bosarge and Dr. John Harris and shares why this shift matters for digital ministry and the church’s future online. You’ll also get a first-look walkthrough of the event platform for the Digital Miss...

In this stream, Jeff shares what’s coming up with the Digital Missionary Conference and why it matters for anyone trying to reach people with the Gospel online. He further talks about the upcoming Digital Neighborhoods Summit and how digital spaces are more than just screens—they’re real mission fields. You’ll also hear a powerful story of a church in Miami that went from 50 people to over 700 on...

This special Thursday stream previews The Church Digital’s upcoming Digital Missionary Conference—with the first event, Digital Neighborhoods, focused on what the gospel looks like in digital and virtual space. Jeff shares the core philosophy of “platforms as places”—treating TikTok, VRChat, YouTube, and other platforms as real communities with distinct digital cultures, where online evangelism an...

In this episode, Jeff welcomes Marion Camacho from CV Global (Christian Vision) to talk about the heart of their mission—evangelism in the digital age. Together, they explore how churches can utilize technology, such as AI, chatbots, and even virtual reality, to share the Gospel with people who may never step foot in a church building. They reflect on how COVID pushed churches to innovate, and why...

What if AI could help the Church digitally saturate the globe with the gospel? That’s the big question behind today’s livestream. Jeff Reed from theChurch.digital sits down with Jake Carlson from Apologist.ai, an artificial intelligence platform designed to share Jesus—digitally and globally. They’re diving deep into the role of AI in missions, discipleship, and reaching people beyond the physical...

Is digital discipleship working? Are we actually making a difference online or just creating noise? Digital missionaries around the world shared what ministry actually looks like right now, where it’s thriving, where it’s stuck, and what still needs to be figured out. Many are discipling 11 or more at a time while navigating loneliness, legitimacy and limited support. The survey results exposed bo...

What’s next for digital discipleship and online evangelism? On Tuesday, August 19 at 1pm Eastern, head over to youtube.com/thechurchdigital for a bold and forward-looking livestream conversation hosted by Jeff Reed, founder of theChurch.digital. Jeff will be joined by Aaron Thomson from Jesus Film Project to unpack what’s ahead for NextSteps, one of the most innovative tools available right now fo...

Today we’re going live with Pastor D, lead pastor of House of His Glory, visionary developer of The Church Coach App, and a Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. Pastor D has dedicated her life to equipping leaders with practical tools and Spirit-led strategies that help churches thrive both in person and in digital spaces. She doesn’t just talk ministry theory — she lives it, building brid...

What truly drives your ministry? On Tuesday, August 5 at 1pm Eastern, Jeff Reed will sit down with Dr. Tim Yee to explore this question through the lens of TruCenter— http://trucenter.co - a faith-based, narrative-driven assessment that uncovers the motivations God wired into each of us. Dr. Tim Yee, a seasoned pastor and leadership coach, has a wealth of experience helping individuals and teams d...

What if the future of digital missions isn’t about going viral but about going deep? What if ministry could thrive on less money, more risk and bi-vocational calling? Jeff Reed, founder of theChurch.digital, is living that tension. While livestreaming from his Tesla, Jeff shares the raw realities of leading a global digital ministry while stepping back into physical church work. It’s about decentr...

What if your church’s website could talk back? Not with static forms or outdated contact pages, but with real-time, intelligent conversations. That’s the future Eric Kidwell is building. As the founder of LiveAI.co, Eric is pioneering conversational AI tools that transform how churches engage online. His mission: to replace passive digital experiences with dynamic, responsive interactions that mee...

Could deconstruction be more than trendy rebellion and actually mirror Jesus flipping tables in the temple to clear the way for something true free and life-giving? If your questions ever made you feel like a heretic or left you feeling spiritually homeless this conversation is for you. What if questioning your church model brought you back to the biblical standard and invited you into genuine dig...

What if your smartphone could become your most powerful evangelism tool? On Tuesday, July 1 at 1pm Eastern, Jeff Reed from theChurch.digital sits down with What if sharing the gospel happened with a tap on your screen? Imagine your next disciple-making conversation happened over a screen share. GodTools equips everyday believers with bite-sized evangelism tools and micro-learning lessons. We’re le...

What if the next revival didn’t come through a pulpit but a podcast, a livestream or a VR headset? What if digital spaces weren’t support tools but used for Kingdom purposes? missionary.digital is launching four summits that will equip and activate. We’re leaning into the wild frontiers of ministry. Where recovery isn’t just healing, it’s leadership formation. Where gaming isn’t escape, it’s missi...

Join Jeff Reed (theChurch. Digital), Jesse Carbo (Digital Missions Project), and missiologist Alan Hirsch (5Q/5G) for a groundbreaking live stream conversation that reimagines incarnational ministry for the digital age. In a world where people grieve on Facebook, wrestle with doubt in Reddit threads, and seek prayer in Instagram DMs, this trio unpacks what it means to “move into the neighborhood”...