Join us for a practical and inspiring morning session to explore how digital tools, technology and AI can support mission, ministry and community engagement.
Course description
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to build on existing work, this online conference will help you discover new ways to connect with your community, communicate your message and make the most of digital opportunities.
Through keynote sessions, real-life examples and practical workshops, we’ll explore topics including AI, church social media, making digital work for your church, design and communications. You’ll leave with fresh ideas, useful tools and practical steps you can take back to your church.
Guest Speakers
Matt Batten – Director of Communications, Diocese of Bangor
A specialist in church communications and digital theology, Matt will explore the opportunities and challenges of AI for churches, helping attendees understand how emerging technologies can support mission, ministry and communication.
Joe Hartropp – Digital Labs Manager, Church of England
Joe heads up the Digital Labs at the Church of England. He has delivered diverse training on digital tools and opportunities for churches. Before this role he worked in digital marketing, website management and copywriting, delivering content and strategies for a range of audiences in and outside the Church. He also has a background in academic theology and enjoys wrestling with the bigger questions of how digital tools shape us as well as help us. When not doing any of the above, you might find him treading the boards with some am-dram musical theatre.
The morning will feature keynote sessions from Matt Batten and Joe Hartropp, exploring how AI and digital tools can support mission, ministry and community engagement.
Making Digital Part of Your Mission – Joe Hartropp
Practical steps to help your church make the most of digital opportunities and build a stronger online presence.
AI Prompts and Preaching – Matt Batten
Go further with AI and discover practical tools, techniques and ideas to support your church’s work, communications and ministry.
Who is this course suitable for?
This conference is for anyone involved in the life of their church who wants to make better use of digital tools and technology, including:
- Clergy and Licensed Lay Ministers
- Churchwardens and PCC members
- Church administrators and office staff
- Communications and social media volunteers
- Worship leaders and ministry teams
- Anyone interested in helping their church connect, communicate and engage more effectively
No specialist knowledge is required. Whether you’re a complete beginner or already using digital tools in your church, there will be something for you.
When and where?
Saturday 12th September 10am-12pm, online via Zoom.
How to book?
When logged in, click the bright yellow ‘Register’ button on the left hand side and you will be taken to the booking page.
Contact us
If you have any questions about this course, please contact Comms@salisbury.anglican.org.