The Church and Social Media

THE CHURCH AND SOCIAL MEDIA

APPLICATION OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN THE CHURCH AND IN BUSINESS

Simeon Ayoade AdedokunICT Consultant, E-Learning Adminhttp://www.itgurus.xyzhttp://fb.me/osparkle

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INTRODUCTIONChurch or business and communication are inseparable. Thechurch consists of people and communication is an elementof human culture. Business on the other hand also involvestransactions between two or more parties, hence the needfor communication. Exchange of information(communication) in the 21st century has taken a new form,especially with the introduction of Internet andtelecommunications systems into information processing.How can this computer-mediated means of communicationbe applied in the church and in business? Few ways arediscussed in this presentation.

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THE CHURCH

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THE CHURCH

The church refers to a collective group of Christiansseen as a single spiritual community. A group of peoplewho follow the same Christian religious beliefs.

Since the church is a community of people, there is aneed for effective communication within the church.

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THE PASTOR


THE PASTOR

A shepherd who has spiritual authority over a churchand tends to it. He is a minister or a priest who servesand communicates the mind and care of God to aChristian church.


THE GREAT COMMISSION


THE GREAT COMMISSION

Jesus Christ, in Matthew 28:19-20, says, “All authority inheaven and on earth has been given to me.” Therefore, hecommands us and gives us authority to go and makedisciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name ofthe Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, andteach them to obey everything He has commanded us.


Requirement for the Great Commission

The command of the great commission requires theperson carrying out the assignment to reach out andcommunicate, share, and disseminate certaininformation to millions of people, as far as he can reach,all over the world.


COMMUNICATION


COMMUNICATION

Communication is the exchange of information betweenentities [people] by means of speaking, writing, or usinga common system of signs or behaviors. It is the act ofsending and receiving data and information between asender and a receiver via a medium.

Preaching the gospel and serving God’s care is aconcept of exchanging information.


THE MEDIA

The media comprises of the means and institutions forcommunicating, publishing and broadcastinginformation.


CATEGORIES OF MEDIA

Traditional Non-print-based Media e.g. oral discussion, signsand symbols.

Traditional Print-based Media e.g. manual typewriting,magazine and newspapers.

Non-computer Electronic-based Media e.g. television andradio.

Computer-Based [Social] Media e.g. Stylized Images,Programmed Presentations, Graphic and Web-based media.


SOCIAL MEDIA


SOCIAL MEDIASocial media are computer-mediated internet-basedapplications that allow people to create and exchangeinformation, ideas, pictures and videos in virtualcommunities and networks, most especially on the worldwide web. Social media depend majorly on mobile andweb-based technologies to create highly interactiveplatforms through which individuals and communitiesshare, co-create, discuss, and modify user-generatedcontents.8-Oct-16 SIMEON AYOADE ADEDOKUN http://fb.me/osparkle

CATEGORIES OF SOCIAL MEDIA


GRAPHICS & SLIDESHOWPRESENTATIONCreation of stylized images and programmed (animated) presentations with the use of projectors are now common in around us. They provide the opportunity to communicate electronically effectively with large crowds. They are useful in churches, schools and advertisement.


E-MAILSending and receiving electronicmail (e-mail) containing text andattachments (pictures and otherfiles). Churches and businessesneed this cost-effective meansof communication to send largetext and files.


SOCIAL NETWORKSSocial networks connect peopleall over the world in virtual socialenvironment, for interaction andcollaboration. Examples includeFacebook, Twitter andGooglePlus. Church can createFacebook Page and TwitterAccount to communicate withmembers.


Social media is a quick and easy way to connect with friends, families and loved ones for sharingthoughts, ideas and moments; connect with customers and prospects for sales and marketing.

ONLINE CHAT & INSTANT MESSAGINGChat and instant messaging (IM)services allow users to send andreceive short messages, discuss asubject or share ideas in real time, e.g.WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger,Skype, Google Hangout, WeChat etc.


ONLINE MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENTInternet users can listen tomusic & online radio, watchmovies & TV shows, and playgames online. Audio and videorecordings of church activitiescan be uploaded or streamedonline, e.g. on YouTube


WEB-BASED SMSWeb-based bulk SMS is anothervery important social medium ofcommunication that is very usefulin the church of God. Groups withinthe church, the church at large andbusinesses can use this foreffective communication.


WEB-BASED PUBLICITY & DIGITAL MARKETINGOnline publicity, marketing andadvertisements are now becomingorders of the day. This is largely dueto the fact that many people aremore online than they listening toradio stations or read newspapers.


WEBSITE & BLOGOnline presence of organizationsand businesses is as important ashaving a business today. Having awebsite allows web users to accessinformation and resources sharedonline by an organization fromanywhere easily.


INTERNET CALLSAn Internet call is a phone callmade over the Internet e.g. Use ofSkype, Globfone, WhatsApp andFacebook Video or Voice Call.


TELECONFERENCINGTeleconferencing is the holding ofan arranged meeting (phone call)involving more than two partieswho are in different locations, butwho are connected by telephone,video and computers. It is a liveexchange of information withtelecommunications devices.


IMPORTANCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA Effectiveness and Efficiency: Social media make sharing

of data and information easier and faster. No location barrier. Information can be shared with

anyone anywhere in real time. Centralized management of information base. Wider Coverage Online Presence promotes the organization or business.


CONCLUSIONMaximize the opportunities that come with 21st century,especially ICT. ICT tools are versatile – useful everywherepeople congregate including homes, businesses andchurches. Social media are so important these days thatit is becoming increasingly difficult if not barely possibleto communicate effectively when not introduced.

Therefore, we need to use these tools in churches and inbusinesses in order to be versatile, efficient, and be ableto participate globally.


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