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 hear updates on partnerships and operations that fuel the mission, including a move to Go High Level for better community tools and a creative partnership for content. Jeff highlights the Digital Missionary Conferences returning on May 12–13, new training like Sharing Jesus Online, digital church planting, and fundraising courses, plus the launch of a TCD streaming network with leaders like DeMarcus Battle and Leighton.Watch to learn how decentralization can multiply discipleship, how to experiment with purpose, and how digital missionaries can serve the global Church wisely. Discover practical takeaways for community building, platform stewardship, and sustainable systems that help you make more impact with fewer resources.If you care about digital evangelization, this episode is for you. Join the conversation, meet the community on Discord or WhatsApp via thechurch.digital/fam, and see how a 2x budget can lead to 10x Kingdom impact. Watch now and catch the vision for 2026.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#FailForward #GivingTuesday #DigitalChurch

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 multiply.Jeff talks about the new season ahead for The Church Digital, including collaborations with missionaries in Nigeria, India, and Europe, and the launch of tools like Lex, a digital ministry AI assistant. He reflects on lessons learned from years of digital ministry, the tension between innovation and tradition, and how the Church can embrace new methods while holding firm to the unchanging message of Jesus.Through this stream, you will discover why decentralization can be a powerful way God expands His Kingdom online. You will learn how collaboration, humility, and empowerment can create more impact than one large platform. It is a reminder that the Church grows strongest when every part of the body works together, digitally and globally, for the sake of the Gospel.Watch this video if you care about digital ministry, leadership, and the future of the Church. Jeff’s transparency, wisdom, and vision will inspire you to rethink what success in ministry looks like and challenge you to ask, “Am I building my platform, or am I building God’s Kingdom?”Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#FaithAndTechnology #DecentralizedMinistry #DigitalChurch

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 it like one. (Get context at http://missionary.digital/gamingWe kicked things off by unpacking the top highlights from DMCon: from breakout moments in chat to major paradigm shifts for longtime leaders. Chinomage shared the behind-the-scenes moments that lit him up. Flatcap brought insight from conversations that happened off mic but hit just as deep. I shared the moments that moved me from “this could work” to “this is working.”The summit wasn’t the end—it was the beginning of something new. We teased what’s coming: new cohorts, community pathways for gamers stepping into mission, and training tracks that equip people not just to stream, but to disciple. What happens when we treat platforms as places and streamers as shepherds? That’s the future we’re building.To close the stream, we played Flatcap’s keynote in full: “Before we get started discovering your one, who are you?” It’s disruptive, reflective and rooted in the kind of calling that digital missionaries in gaming need to own. If you’re lost in the noise or waiting for permission, this might be the moment that calls you out and sends you in.So if you missed the summit—or if you just need to hear again that your digital impulse might be divine—this replay is your runway. Watch it. Let it stir you. The mission is live.

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 Gospel.Jeff walks through the core ideas of the summit. Be intentional, not random. Identify your one person to reach. Turn gameplay, chat, and streams into spaces where discipleship happens. Learn how community forms in-game, on stream, and asynchronously in Discord. Hear from speakers who will help you set the table for real relationships and steady spiritual growth.You will leave with more than inspiration. Expect practical exercises, step-by-step mapping, and clear next moves for your context. See how sponsors and partners can equip you with tools and resources so you can act on what you learn this week, not someday.If you care about reaching people where they actually are, this is for you. Watch the video, invite your team, and get ready to put ideas into action for Jesus in the gaming world. Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #GamingMinistry #DigitalDiscipleship

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 Memory of Lausanne Europe who invites us to see hope where many expect decline. Other leaders explore AI for missions, Gen Z discipleship, and practical digital evangelism. We hear about hip-hop ministries in Finland, gaming communities in Germany, and creative outreach across languages and cultures.You will be encouraged to see how digital innovation can serve spiritual formation. Prayer fuels creativity, and the Holy Spirit is leading digital missionaries in fresh and unexpected ways. This episode offers tools, frameworks, and real examples you can adapt in your own context.Watch the full episode to discover what God is doing across Europe and how you can join this digital awakening. Whether you are a church leader, a creator, or an everyday believer, this conversation will expand your vision for mission in a connected world and help you take your next faithful step.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #EuropeanRevival #EuropeanDigitalMissionarySummit

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 recently concluded Control+Alt+Recover Summit. This is a Christ-centered recovery event packed with powerful testimonies, hard conversations, and yes, some major tech glitches that kept people locked out. But instead of hiding it, we’re leaning in. The plan? Rebroadcast the whole thing so everyone can see what God was doing. Honest, vulnerable stories like these matter, especially for leaders and churches learning how to embrace transparency and build a true culture of recovery.So what’s in it for you? You’ll get a sneak peek at the European Summit topics: AI in missions, Gen Z creators, gaming ministry, and hip-hop communities. You’ll also hear how this conference is different: it’s interactive, with open tables, Q&A with speakers, and even live translation in 10 languages. The takeaway is simple: don’t just watch… ENGAGE! This is about finding your tribe, learning what works, and taking real steps in digital evangelism and discipleship.If you’ve been wondering how to reach people in a post-Christian world, or how to lead well as a digital missionary, this video is for you. Watch now, invite a friend, and discover how God is using digital strategies to spread the Gospel across Europe and beyond.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #GlobalMissionsOnline #EuropeanDigitalMissionarySummit

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 purpose.Alongside Jeff, voices like Stacy and Conrad Cooper shared deep insights about Christ-centered recovery, the challenges pastors face, and the urgent need for the church to address hidden struggles like pornography, burnout, and addiction. The conversation revealed how the church has often silenced these realities, leaving many leaders isolated and weary. It also pointed to a hopeful way forward: cultivating a culture of recovery rooted in grace, honesty, and community.From this video, you’ll walk away with a fresh understanding of how digital missionaries can embrace vulnerability to connect with people online, how recovery is not just for individuals but for the entire church, and why admitting our struggles is the first step toward healing. You’ll also discover how ministries like Project Exodus are equipping churches worldwide to create sustainable recovery programs that bring lasting transformation.If you care about building an authentic church, supporting healthy leaders, and stepping into God’s vision for digital evangelism, this video is for you. Watch now and be challenged to let God use your story of brokenness and restoration to reach others for Christ.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #CTRL+ALT+Recover #MinistryBurnout

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) and the Gaming Summit (Oct 8).The core message: digital ministry happens on addictive platforms among people (and leaders) prone to burnout. Jeff gets honest about being physically broken, emotionally fried, and spiritually empty in 2023—and how God met him there. From the Beatitudes to vulnerability online, he shows why transparency attracts and how shining God’s light on our own lives is the starting point for real digital evangelism and discipleship.What you’ll learn: why recovery matters for digital ministers, how to practice honesty online without oversharing, and ways your team can use conferences, sponsors’ tools, and community tables to grow. You’ll take away practical steps to fight burnout, lead with gospel-centered transparency, and engage people across digital neighborhoods, the metaverse, and gaming spaces.If you’re interested in digital evangelism, church online, or healthy leaders who last, watch this. Get a sneak peek at speakers, tools, and how to connect. Then register for the conferences and invite your team—because God is opening doors for recovery, discipleship, and mission in digital spaces like never before.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #CTRL+ALT+Recover #RecoveryInMinistry

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 how the church is entering a catalytic moment. Leaders across nations are waking up to the reality that digital evangelism, digital discipleship, and digital church planting are not side projects but vital tools for the Kingdom. The stories shared from Africa, Europe, and beyond reveal a powerful truth: God is using digital missionaries to multiply His church in fresh, unexpected ways.As you watch, you’ll discover practical insights about gospel conversations, digital neighborhoods, collaboration, and the role of technology in global evangelism. You’ll also be challenged to rethink what it means to be a good neighbor online and how to bring the Good News of Jesus into digital spaces where people are already gathering daily.If you’ve ever wondered how God can use you in the digital age, this is a conversation you can’t miss. Join us as we explore gospel fluency, evangelism, and the future of church online. Watch now and see how you can be part of this Kingdom movement.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #DigitalEvangelism #DigitalMissionaryConference

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 online.This isn’t a passive webinar. It’s an interactive experience designed for engagement—keynotes, breakouts, live tables, prayer, and real conversations. Jeff previews the flow, the reception hub, scheduling tools, and how attendees can connect with peers and sponsors to discover tools for discipleship, outreach, and church planting in digital and virtual spaces.You’ll learn practical ways to invite and multiply: bring a “Timothy,” find a mentor, enlist prayer and financial support, and let the conference help explain digital mission to those who don’t yet “get it.” Expect insights on cross-cultural communication online, audience mapping, micro-church networks, AI for discipleship, and more—plus a clear path to get involved right away.If you’re ready to move from consuming content to living on a mission, watch this video. Then register for the conferences and invite two or three people to join you. Let’s engage the digital neighborhoods together and see how God moves when the Church shows up online with clarity, courage, and community.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoods #ChurchOnline #DigitalMissionaryConference

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 Missionary Summit Series—complete with profiles, main sessions, 16+ breakouts, sponsor hubs, and live “table” conversations. Jeff previews the four conferences: Digital Neighborhoods, Control•Alt•Recover, the European Digital Missionary Summit (short TED-style talks), and a Gaming & VR focus—plus how partners and sponsors are rallying behind digital evangelization.What you’ll learn: how to engage (not just consume) in online events, why building your profile and showing up matters, and how soul care and recovery intersect with ministry in digital spaces. Expect practical ideas on AI, VR, microchurch networks, APEST, Google Ads, and audience mapping—along with a global view of what’s working in Europe so we can prepare wisely here.Watch this stream to see the platform in action, grab shareable media kits, and invite a friend or leader who needs vision for digital discipleship. If you care about reaching people online for Jesus and strengthening the church’s witness, this is your on-ramp—join us and be part of what God is doing.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoods #ChurchOnline #DigitalEvangelism

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 launch Sunday. Jeff uses that as a reminder that sometimes we have to let go of the old “skeletons in the closet” and be open to what God is doing now—both in physical churches and in digital ministry.From this video, you’ll take away a fresh vision for digital evangelism, encouragement to keep going when it’s hard, and practical ideas for how to multiply your impact online. Jeff also highlights some of the speakers and breakouts you can look forward to at the conference.If you want to see how God is moving in digital spaces and be inspired to step into your own calling, this video is for you. Watch now and get ready for the Digital Missionary Conference at missionary.digital.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalMissionaries #ChurchOnline #DigitalEvangelism

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 and digital discipleship can thrive. You’ll hear why culture often trumps geography, and why learning the language of each platform matters for church online and digital missions.Jeff also spotlights the keynote lineup: Jason Morris on rethinking the digital map (“platforms as places”), Jeff Vanderstelt on Gospel Fluency in everyday digital life, Cheryl Boyd (Cru) on audience mapping and spiritual thresholds online, and Bekele Shanko (Global Church Movements) on apprenticing in the wild—multiplying leaders for disciple-making movements. Plus, there’s a rich slate of breakout sessions on cross-cultural communication, microchurch networks, AI-powered discipleship, digital Bible tools, soul care for digital missionaries, and more.You’ll learn how to: recognize platform culture and speak the gospel fluently in it; map your audience’s next best step toward Jesus; move beyond growth to multiplication by apprenticing digital leaders; and leave each talk with an actionable lab/first step you can apply immediately in your online ministry or digital church planting efforts. Expect practical tools, real use cases, and strategies you can deploy this week.If you care about sharing Jesus online, this conference is for you. Register for free and invite a friend or your pastor to join you: https://missionary.digitalDetails for Digital Neighborhoods: https://missionary.digital/neighborhoodsWant ready-to-share posts and graphics? Grab the media kits at https://share.missionary.digitalWatch this stream to get the vision—and join us to turn vision into action for the sake of the gospel in digital spaces.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalMissionaryConference #ChurchOnline #DigitalNeighborhoodsConference

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 many struggled when they couldn’t keep up. Marion shares how CV Global equips everyday Christians and churches with resources, training, and testimony videos to help spread the message of Jesus worldwide.You’ll walk away with practical insight on how to approach new technology with wisdom, keep Jesus at the center, and see digital spaces as real mission fields.Join the conversation, be encouraged, and discover how you can be part of the movement to share Jesus online. Don’t miss this one!Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalEvangelism #ChurchOnline #DigitalMissionarySummit

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 church walls.This isn’t just a tech demo or theological sparring match. This is a frontline conversation between pioneers: two digital missionaries wrestling with the future of faith, evangelism, and the church. Expect raw insights, bold ideas, and disruptive clarity on what it means to do ministry in a world driven by data and algorithms.Whether you’re skeptical or searching, curious or convinced, this livestream will stretch your imagination. It’s happening today at 2pm Eastern on theChurch.digital’s YouTube. Come with questions. Leave with vision.

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 both spiritual momentum and the gap between vision and outcomes like salvation and baptism.

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 for guiding people into deeper relationship with Jesus—right from their phones, laptops, or social feeds.►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

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 bridges between technology, discipleship, and real-life transformation.This livestream is more than a conversation — it’s a strategy session for the future of the Church.

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 discover their unique callings. His work with TruCenter focuses on helping people understand their core motivations, enabling them to serve more effectively in their personal and professional lives.

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 decentralizing. Moving from being the guy to building the framework. From going solo to inviting a movement.►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

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 meet people where they are.►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

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 digital discipleship?

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 leaning into the frontiers of digital ministry. ►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

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 mission. Where livestream isn’t broadcast, it’s church. You’ll hear from leaders building gospel-fluent cultures. Recovering addicts turning disciple-makers. Missionaries discipling across continents and platforms. This is where the global Church meets digital scale.Each summit drills into one essential thread: gospel fluency, global multiplication, gaming and discipleship, and recovery as a pathway to mission. Four waves crashing into the same digital sea.

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” online. They challenge the Church to stop treating platforms like pulpits and start treating them like porches—spaces where relational ministry, not just content, becomes the heartbeat of mission.

What if your data didn’t just measure ministry but multiplied it? What if your app wasn’t a feature for convenience but a map for mission?It’s time to stop reading reports like accountants. Start interpreting them like missionaries. When we treat platforms like places and data like discipleship trails, we stop counting people and start commissioning them.

What if 4,000 GenZ and GenA students encountered Jesus—every single day?That’s not a dream. That’s the digital reality EveryStudent is living into.This isn’t just a website. It’s a multilingual, global movement. 40+ languages. 4,000 Gospel encounters daily. Powered by a bold vision inside the CRU family and spearheaded by Marilyn Adamson, EveryStudent is proof that the digital mission field is active and ripe.And now it’s your turn.

What if your reporting system wasn’t just tracking numbers, but unleashing missionaries? What if the key to multiplying disciples wasn’t more budget, but more clarity?Tampa Underground didn’t mimic megachurch models. They built their own path. A network of sister churches linked by shared mission, supported by a custom-built, no-code tool tracking disciple-makers, leaders and networks across cities and continents. For free.Lucas Pulley unpacks how their grassroots system turns raw data into real fuel for movement. No bloated CRM. No dev team. Just spiritual conviction translated into tech that multiplies.►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

What if digital missionaries could learn from monks? What if the quiet revolution for online discipleship was already happening in places you least expect, like the Vatican?Catholic digital missionaries aren’t just posting content. They’re building discipleship ecosystems. They’re forming community at scale, embedding ancient rhythms into digital habits and showing up online with spiritual consistency most Protestant creators never touch.

Digital missionaries from across the world showed up. Pakistan. Germany. New Zealand. Nigeria. Even someone claiming Antarctica. Not a metaphor. What surfaced was fire: calls for deeper equipping, more contextualization, faster training and support for missionaries burning out while carrying too much, too alone.Here’s what we rolled out at the town hall:- Four digital missionary conferences this fall.- A shortened Equipping Digital Missionaries (EDM) course.- A growing equipping library- Translated and localized training content- Recovery groups►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

Can digital discipleship actually work in every culture? Or are we turning digital missions into digital colonization, leading missions with our methods instead of their cultural realities?When local leaders reshape the delivery, the message finally lands. That’s not failure. That’s the future.►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

Is content enough to reach people in digital missions? Or does digital ministry demand more than just clicks and views? Content may connect, but without community, it doesn’t disciple. And that disconnect is the silent killer of digital ministry.This isn’t about scaling sermons or mastering reels. It’s about building trust at the speed of relationships. ►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

Is the digital mission field breaking digital missionaries? What if soul care was the key to sustaining digital ministry, not a side note? Digital missionaries are pioneering in isolated spaces, often without support, facing grief, burnout and trauma no one sees.It’s not about sermons or strategy. It’s about presence. From Discord prayer threads to trauma healing groups in the metaverse, this is about showing up in the mess, not fixing it. Listening over preaching. Connection over content.

The digital mission field is exploding, and The Church Digital is leading the way. In this episode, Jeff Reed shares a personal update before diving into new community breakthroughs on Discord, Twitch, and more. Virtual ministry is not just growing, it is transforming, and you are invited to be part of the movement.Get ready for big news: multiple focused fall conferences, a European digital missions partnership, and the launch of the Digital Missions Ambassador initiative. Fifty leaders rising up through prayer, fasting, and generosity to fuel the future. This is not church as usual. This is a digital revolution. Stick around for a preview of next week’s episode and check the show notes to jump in!

What happens when an 84-year-old hijacks your digital missionary conference and it turns out to be one of the best moments of the week? In episode 334 of theChurch.digital podcast, Jeff Reed unpacks the Digital Missionary Conference chaos. Bootlegged streams. VR prayer circles. Unexpected partnerships. And a surprise metaverse legend named Mr. Pete.►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

What happens when 1,400 digital missionaries from 85 countries collide? This episode of The Church Digital podcast goes deep behind the scenes of the Digital Missionary Conference. Jeff Reed breaks down the highlights, from VR gatherings and unexpected connections to the raw stories that are pushing digital ministry into new territory. If you’ve ever questioned whether digital discipleship is real, this one’s going to wreck your doubts.►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

Is the metaverse dead? Not even close. In episode 332 of The Church Digital Podcast, Jeff Reed sits down with DJ Soto, Pastor Alina and Pastor Coco to break the mold of traditional ministry. This isn’t about streaming your Sunday service. It’s about global disciple-making movements happening in the heart of virtual spaces like Final Fantasy, Rec Room and VR Chat. These aren’t gimmicks. They’re churches. They’re communities. They’re mission fields. You’ll hear how VRMMO Church is doing what buildings can’t, reaching the unreached and restoring those who’ve been burned by church. This episode isn’t just a conversation. It’s a spark for digital missionaries and pioneers who know the Gospel can’t be confined to physical walls. If you’re called to something different, this is your fuel. ►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

Why do digital ministry spaces still struggle with gender equity?Episode 331 of theChurch.digital Podcast pulls no punches. Jeff Reed sits down with digital ministry leaders Amanda Souza, Nicole Howard, and Anne Bosarge to tackle the hard truth: women are still underrepresented in digital ministry leadership. They get raw about their experiences navigating male-dominated platforms and church ecosystems, both online and off. This isn't just talk. It's a challenge to the status quo and a rallying cry to anyone who's felt overlooked in their digital calling.This episode breaks down barriers. From the need for mentorship to the power of global platforms that elevate women's voices, Amanda, Nicole, and Anne lay out practical steps to build a more inclusive future in digital ministry. Whether you're pioneering a new path or trying to find your voice in digital missions, this conversation is a wake-up call. Women belong in this space, not just as participants, but as leaders. Let's stop sidelining and start amplifying.Be part of the conversation at www.missionary.digital

What if digital isn't replacing the physical but expanding the mission field?For years, incarnational ministry has emphasized moving into neighborhoods, building relationships and living out the gospel in the community. But digital pioneers are proving that relationships and discipleship can grow deeper in online spaces. From Whatsapp discipleship in closed countries to virtual reality churches where real communities are forming, digital is more than a tool. It’s a mission field, ripe for harvest.►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

How do digital missionaries get funded? Can full-time digital ministry be sustainable, or is it something on the side? Many digital missionaries are called to reach people in gaming, VR, Discord and social platforms, but the biggest challenge isn’t just the mission. It’s financial support.The question isn’t whether digital missions can be funded. It’s whether we’re willing to step out in faith and invite others to be part of the mission.►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

Can you truly be emotionally present for someone in a digital space? Some say deep connections can only happen face-to-face but digital missionaries are proving otherwise. The online world isn’t just a content platform. It’s a mission field where people are seeking real relationships, support and hope.Digital ministry isn’t just about engagement. It’s about presence. Too often, people hide behind content, missing the deeper connections that transform lives. But what if we could listen better? What if we could be emotionally available in digital spaces, creating environments where trust is built, healing happens and faith grows?Mental health matters in digital ministry. Whether you're leading in VR, gaming, Discord or social platforms, emotional presence is key. Being there for someone digitally doesn’t mean just responding. It means listening, validating and walking alongside them. Because real discipleship requires real relationships no matter the platform.The question isn’t whether deep relationships can happen digitally. They already are. The real question is, are we willing to step into those spaces and truly be present?►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

The challenge isn’t whether digital church can work. It’s whether leaders are willing to step out of familiar models and go where people already are. The buildings will reach those who walk through the doors, but who is reaching the ones who never will? ►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

What if digital missionaries had the strategy, support and community they need to be mobilized for the digital mission field? Church leaders and digital pioneers are stepping beyond traditional models that often dismiss digital ministry as secondary. Digital missionaries face real challenges, skepticism from legacy structures, lack of resources and the isolation of pioneering in an unfamiliar mission field.►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

Connection without community is powerless, and discipleship without mobilization is reckless. If we’re not moving people from consuming content to engaging in real relationships and then stepping into mission, we’re missing the point. The goal isn’t just more content—it’s digital missionaries actively discipling others that disciple others.►► Join The Fam! ►►⁠Discord⁠ |⁠Youtube⁠ |⁠Whatsapp⁠ |⁠Web⁠ |⁠Instagram⁠

What if the future of discipleship meant empowering ordinary people to become digital missionaries? The church isn’t confined to buildings anymore—it’s happening in DMs, voice chats, and virtual worlds where trust is built and the gospel is shared.

Connection is vital to digital missionary work, but if all we do is connect with people, our ministry remains shallow and superficial. COMMUNITY is where trust is established, relationships are deepened, and digital evangelism and discipleship come alive! ►► Join The Fam! ►► ⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

Stop treating digital ministry like broadcasting. Platforms like Discord, Youtube, and VR aren’t just tools—they’re mission fields where deep relationships lead to gospel movements. theChurch.digital is equipping digital missionaries to go beyond the surface, building ministries that multiply and sustain impact in digital spaces. Connection without community is powerless. Community without equipping is pointless. Equipping without mobilization is reckless. Come rethink and reshape your digital mission at theChurch.digital. ►► Join The Fam! ►► ⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

What if the future of discipleship means rethinking everything we know about church? This year is shaping up to be a game-changer for digital missionaries. With theChurch.digital’s vision of taking the Great Commission into the heart of digital platforms, the next wave of innovation is here. ►► Join The Fam! ►► ⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

What if the future of church looks radically different? This is a call to arms for digital missionaries to step out and take the gospel into online spaces where traditional church outreach hasn’t gone. This means meeting people on platforms like Discord, Youtube, and even WhatsApp to create authentic discipleship communities right where people already are. As the vision unfolds, theChurch.digital is not just providing resources; it’s creating a support system. Digital missionaries are no longer operating alone—they’re part of a growing community with the support, structure, and accountability they need to run. This is a bold invitation for the church to reimagine ministry beyond the physical building, focusing instead on a digital-first approach that meets people at the heart of their online lives. ►► Join The Fam! ►► ⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

What happens when discipleship steps away from the methods of past generations and meets people where they are—in digital spaces? Today’s digital missionaries are operating beyond physical walls, beyond "church-as-usual," finding new ways to connect and disciple where people actually spend time—platforms like Youtube, Discord, and Twitch. They are pioneering in spaces many have overlooked, not merely replicating past methods but creating approaches fit for today’s digital landscape. Instead of waiting for affirmation, they are driven by the confirmation found in life-giving digital community and discipleship. Yet, this digital mission field comes with unique challenges. Many of these pioneers feel isolated, under-resourced, or questioned by previous models that don’t recognize digital ministry as valid. These missionaries are pushing forward despite funding barriers and a lack of a clear support system. The goal? A church that breaks through legacy structures to embrace the digital spaces where millions are searching for meaning. This is a call to churches: let’s recognize the shift taking place and invest in equipping digital missionaries to disciple and reach in ways that go beyond the brick-and-mortar approach. If we want to engage the world of today, it’s time to rethink ministry itself and view digital communities as legitimate spaces for transformative discipleship. ►► Join The Fam! ►► ⁠Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠