The top areas people utilize on your website

Assuming your church has a website, it can be useful to take a look at the analytics from time to time.  What do people actually look for on your website?  How can your website be a useful tool for ministry and outreach?

Today, I was looking at the analytics for my church's website (CoreCreek.com).  This is what I learned.  Other than the home page, visitors to our site are; 

1.  Listening to recordings of our sermons

2.  Looking to see who leads the church and what kind of leadership we have

3.  Reading about our doctrinal beliefs

4.  Looking at our weekly schedule to figure out when to attend

If you don't have a website, please let us help you create one (we'll make it really easy).  If you do have a website, can people listen to your sermons, learn about your leadership, read about your beliefs, and easily figure out when things are taking place?

A great idea for evangelism...

Last week, we received a great suggestion from Dave Liebherr, pastor of Benton Bible Church.  This is what he shared with us...

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We started a series of evangelistic campaigns to our area that we are calling FEET (How lovely are the FEET of him who brings Good News...) [Facebook Electronic Evangelism Tracts] 

Through Facebook "targeted advertising" we send out a short "ad"--really a FEET; 30 second video that we create. It simply presents the Gospel in various ways.

The great thing about using their ad apparatus is their metrics report that lets you know who/ how many/their actions taken...etc. We take that info and turn it into "specific prayer"...for those souls to be touched and saved.

The FEET we just ran (pun intended) reached 700+ (watched entire video) of the 9,800 in our target area (our three towns) and 6 were compelled enough to click on our website through the "learn more" button on the add.

Here is the report that I shared on our FB page for you to see to get an idea of what it looks like:

https://conta.cc/2KUfCkJ

This is a "trickle campaign" that we will continue perpetually...changing the FEET once a week. It is super cost effective. For the campaign linked above it only cost $10 for that exposure and those results.

Just a brainstorm maybe for other churches to consider if they are on Facebook. I'd be willing to consult with anyone who would like to know more about how this is done through FB.

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Be sure to reach out to Dave if you're interested in learning more.  His contact info. is posted on his church website:  BentonBible.com.

Have a great day,

John Stange
NMB Director

This week at "Mission Life Church" in Hazleton, PA

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Mission Life Church in Hazleton, PA has been working with the NMB to establish a multi-lingual congregation.  They are doing a great job, under the leadership of Pastor Mario Cordero.  They are working hard to serve their community and reach out to the families in their region.  A big part of their outreach includes their ministries to local children and teens.  Please keep them in your prayers, and don't hesitate to reach out to them to let them know you're praying.

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Two new "Specialists" appointed

The National Mission Board is excited to announce that two new "Specialists" have been appointed by the Director to our board.

Mary Jane Sweigart will be leading our "Pastor's Wives Encouragement Network."  We are creating this network for the benefit of the many pastors wives who faithfully support the work of their husbands while often needing encouragement as well.  Mary Jane has a few ideas she's ready to implement to help be a blessing to each of these women.  

Kyle Martin will be joining us to help pastors and churches with website, social media, and other technical needs.  In this era, the Internet is one of the greatest tools we can harness for outreach and evangelism, and Kyle would love to help your church excel in these areas.

Please let us know how we can best serve you and your church as you make the gospel known in your community.

Your friend in Christ,
John Stange
NMB Director

"60-Minute Roundtable for Church Leaders" - June 27 at 1:00pm

Our next "60-Minute Roundtable for Church Leaders" is coming up on Wednesday, June 27 at 1:00pm.  During this hour, we informally discuss various areas of ministry with the goal of encouraging one another and sharpening each other for ministry.

To be part of the call, just call in to our conference call line a few minutes before 1:00pm (Eastern Time) on the 27th.  It's best to call from a cell phone or a line where you have unlimited minutes (so you don't incur a long-distance charge).

Conference Call Number:  712-770-4700
Access Code:  383496

Prior to the call, we would encourage you to read the following article since it will be used as the framework for this month's conversation:  

20 Encouragements for Struggling Church Leaders by Brandon Kelley

Looking forward to talking to you soon!

John Stange
NMB Director

The Outpost Church

Last week, representatives of the NMB, Conference Trustee Board, and Pittsburgh District, met in Elizabeth, PA to discuss and pray about the possibility of planting a new church in the community.  

About 3 years ago, Victory Church closed, leaving a vacancy in the community for a local church.  The building is in good repair, and at present, Pastor Paul Walter has been hosting a Friday night Bible Study on site.  

We are exploring the feasibility of starting a new church there with a core group of believers, meeting for worship on Sunday evenings.  The prospects seem favorable for this approach.  

Please be in prayer for this possibility.  If you or your church would like to get involved in this project, please let us know.  We would be grateful for your help.

"60-Minute Roundtable" - April 25th

Hello everyone,

The NMB's next "60-Minute Roundtable" is coming up on April 25th at 1:00pm.  If you'd be interested in enjoying this time of teaching/discussion/prayer for pastors and church leaders, all you need to do is call in to the number below.

We recommend that you call from a phone that has unlimited minutes (like a cell phone).  That way you won't incur extra charges on your bill.

Number to call:  712-770-4700
Access Code:  383496

Looking forward to meeting together with you for the call on the 25th.

John Stange
NMB Director

Conference Call Training - Feb. 28

Hello everyone,

Here's the call-in info. for tomorrow's NMB Conference Call training.  

Subject:  "The heart and passion of a Christ-centered leader"
Date:  Wednesday, Feb. 28
Call time:  10:00 - 11:00am (EST)
Number:  712-770-4700
Access Code:  383496

Two articles that will be utilized in our training are linked below.  Please take a moment to read them ahead of time to get the most out of the discussion.

Looking forward to the time we'll spend together tomorrow.

In Christ,
John Stange

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Article 1: No big men in Christ-Centered Leadership by Bob Osbourne

https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/no-big-men-in-christ-centered-leadership/

Article 2: 5 Reasons Many Pastors Struggle with Depression by Thom Rainer

https://thomrainer.com/2018/02/five-reasons-many-pastors-struggle-depression/

How can we pray for you?

If there is a way that we can be praying for you, or if there is any other way the National Mission Board can be a help to your church or your pastor, please don't hesitate to reach out to us!

Click here to contact us.

February 28 - "The heart and passion of a Christ-centered Leader"

You're invited to join us on February 28 for a conference call training session on "the heart and passion of a Christ-centered leader"

The call will begin at 10:00am (EST) and end at approximately 11:00am.  To register, please email John Stange at NationalMissionBoard@gmail.com.