The Pro Church Tools Show with Brady Shearer

http://prochurchtools.com/ 146   - With Facebook's algorithm most churches are realizing that ads are necessary to be seen. Chris joins us to talk about how even smaller churches can benefit.

http://prochurchtools.com/ 145   - Building a personal platform while in ministry can feel like one big humble brag, but Jeremy explains why it could actually be a good thing. 

http://prochurchtools.com/ 144   - Kids ministry plays an important role in the life of the church and Jared shares some keys of how we can run it with excellence.

http://prochurchtools.com/ 143   - SEO is an important part of getting your church and content noticed. Tyler shares his tips on how to win on Google.

http://prochurchtools.com/14 2 - With virtual reality becoming more prevalent and accessible, we discuss how this will effect faith with Kam Diba.

http://prochurchtools.com/140 - When you're live streaming your service it can become difficult to keep it interesting and varied. Taylor discusses 3 shots used by Hillsong, as well as how to tell a story with your live stream.

http://prochurchtools.com/140 - None of us like those people who flood our social media feeds with post after post. So how much is too much? Jonathan shares his thoughts on how often you should be posting on social media.

http://prochurchtools.com/139 - Planning Center can help you stay on top of administration, and is especially helpful in Children's Ministry, from handling check-in to volunteer reminders. Chris talks about how to make the best of this tool. 

http://prochurchtools.com/138 - Planning Center can help you stay on top of administration across all of the ministries in your church. Chris discusses how to optimize this tool specifically for youth ministry. 

http://prochurchtools.com/137 - Planning Center can be a great administrative tool giving you specific insights into your church while tracking everything from giving and attendance to registrations. Chris Denning gives us the tips and tricks to make the best of these features.

http://prochurchtools.com/136 - Planning Center is highly recommended for organizing and planning church services. Chris Denning shares how to optimize this resource for worship.

http://prochurchtools.com/135 - With more and more of our lives moving online - the church is effected as well. Jay Kranda talks about the future of the online church.

  http://prochurchtools.com/134 - We all know what it's like to receive email newsletters and delete them without ever reading them. Dave Shrein discusses how to best use email to communicate on behalf of your church.

http://prochurchtools.com/133 - Live streaming has been an ongoing conversation in Pro Church Nation. Katie Allred speaks up to share what Facebook Live means for churches.

http://prochurchtools.com/132 - Nik Goodner joins us on the podcast to discuss church plants and how to keep the doors of your church open.

http://prochurchtools.com/131 -  Giving a live talk is intimidating to most people. Jon Acuff shares a 5 step process that will help you be more prepared.

http://prochurchtools.com/130 - Jesus told his followers to go into the world and make disciples, but what are the markers of success? Mike McHargue joins us to discuss the metrics for discipleship. 

http://prochurchtools.com/129 - Building a volunteer team can be challenging, especially when you need a specific skill. Dave joins us to discuss how to develop a volunteer photography team at your church.

http://prochurchtools.com/128 - You have a great new idea. All that you're waiting for is the go ahead. Brett talks about how to get your pastor to say yes.    

http://prochurchtools.com/127 - Building a website is not a simple process. The new Prochurchtools.com was not an exception. Chad  Kellogg from foTYPE joins Brady on the podcast to discuss the highs and lows, from awkward phone conversations to seeing the vision realized.

http://prochurchtools.com/126 - Hosting an event comes with a long list of details that need to be taken care of. Luke McElroy & Nic Rivero discuss what your first step in creating an incredible live experience should be.

http://prochurchtools.com/125 - Figuring out how to respond to difficult or controversial events online can be challenging. Carrie Kintz discusses  how to project empathy through your online presence.

http://prochurchtools.com/124 - Snapchat is quickly becoming one of the biggest social media platforms with its  user base overtaking that of Twitter. This week Brady shares how Snapchat is ushering in the future of social media, and the ins and outs of using the platform.

http://prochurchtools.com/123  - When a guest is visiting your church, first impressions are everything! Much in the same way as your church website, if your guest has a bad first impression, they are likely to click away or in this case, walk away and never come back. Adam McLaughlin joins us to share 11 ways to create a first impression that sticks. We talk about the 7-Minute Rule and go through...

http://prochurchtools.com/122  - Our calling, what are we suppose to do in life? Ministry? Trades? Finance? How best can I be used for God's kingdom in this world? Ken Costa helps us to uncover this very difficult question and brings to light the difference between a "calling" and a "cause." If your ready then hit that play button and uncover your calling!