We are living in a digital age that provides immense opportunities for Churches and ministries. Leveraging technology and digital tools is essential for effective outreach, connection and discipleship. The good news is that there are a lot of great online tools can assist in building relationships, creating content, and facilitating spiritual growth remotely.
Below I highlight some tools you can put in your digital and online ministry toolbox. These tools will help you minister more effectively to your online community. They are practical and relatively cost effective.
Computers and Tablets:
Having the right computer or tablet is one of the most key product to have in your online ministry toolbox. Here are four very solid options.
- Apple 2020 MacBook Air Laptop. M1 Chip, 13″ Retina Display, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage, Backlit Keyboard, FaceTime HD Camera, Touch ID. Works with iPhone/iPad; Silver. Get it here.
- HP 2022 Stream 14″ HD BrightView Laptop. Intel Celeron N4120, 16GB RAM, 64GB SSD, Intel HD Graphics, 720p Webcam, 1 Year Office 365, Gold, Win 11, 32GB Snowbell USB Card. Get it here.
- Apple iPad (9th Generation). A13 Bionic chip, 10.2-inch Retina Display, 256GB, Wi-Fi, 12MP front/8MP Back Camera, Touch ID, All-Day Battery Life – Silver. Get it here.
- Apple iPad Air 2 Refurbished. This is the perfect budget iPad. MH2N2LL/A – 64GB , Wi-Fi + 4G, Silver. Get it here.
- Amazon Fire Max 11 Tablet. A vivid 11″ display, octa-core processor, 4 GB RAM, 14-hour battery life, 64 GB, Gray. Get it here.
Fitness:
Fitness has become very important in recent years. As ministers care for others spiritually, they must also be good stewards of their own physical health through rest, nutrition and exercise. Prioritizing health allows ministers to serve with excellence long-term without burning out.
- Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen). This is a 40mm Smart Watch w/Silver Aluminum Case & White Sport Band – S/M. Fitness & Sleep Tracker, Crash Detection, Heart Rate Monitor, Retina Display, Water Resistant. Get it here.
- Google Pixel Watch. Get it here.
- Apple AirPods (2nd Generation). Get it here.
- Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones. Apple W1 Headphone Chip, Class 1 Bluetooth, 40 Hours of Listening Time, Built-in Microphone – Variety of Colors. Get it here.
- Echo Buds (2023). True Wireless Bluetooth 5.2 Earbuds with Alexa, multipoint, 20H battery with charging case, fast charging, sweat resistant, semi-in-ear. Black color. Get it here.
Cameras:
- Canon EOS M200. A Compact Mirrorless Digital Vlogging Camera with EF-M 15-45mm Lens, Vertical 4K Video Support, 3.0-inch Touch Panel LCD, Built-in Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth Technology. Get it here.
- Canon EOS Rebel T7 DSLR Camera. 18-55mm Lens | Built-in Wi-Fi | 24.1 MP CMOS Sensor | DIGIC 4+ Image Processor and Full HD Videos. Get it here.
- Vlogging Camera. Upgraded 4K Digital Camera with Viewfinder Flash & Dial, 48MP Digital Camera for Photography and Video Autofocus Anti-Shake, Travel Portable Camera with SD Card 2 Batteries, 16X Zoom. Get it here.
Other Accessories:
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Tripod: Sensyne 62″ Phone Tripod & Selfie Stick comes with an Extendable Cell Phone Tripod Stand with Wireless Remote and Phone Holder, Compatible with iPhone Android Phone, Camera (Black). Get it here.
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Lighting:
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Fugetek 12″ Selfie Ring Light with 68″ Aluminum Tripod Stand, Bluetooth Remote, Extendable, for Video, Photos, Make Up, 3 Color Mode Controller, USB Powered, Apple & Android Compatible. Get it here.
- 2 Pack LED Video Light with 63” Tripod Stand, Obeamiu 2500-8500K Dimmable Photography Studio Lighting for Video Film Recording/Collection Portrait/Live Game Streaming/YouTube Podcast, USB Charger. Get it here.
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- Microphones:
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- Blue Yeti USB Microphone. This is for PC, Mac, Gaming, Recording, Streaming, Podcasting, Studio and Computer Condenser Mic with Blue VO!CE effects, 4 Pickup Patterns, Plug and Play. Get it here.
- Logitech for Creators Blue Snowball. This is a USB Microphone for PC, Mac, Gaming, Recording, Streaming, Podcasting, Condenser Mic with Cardioid and Omnidirectional Pickup Patterns, Stylish Retro Design – Black. Get it here.
- MAYBESTA Professional Wireless Lavalier Lapel Microphone. This for iPhone, iPad and is a cordless omnidirectional condenser recording mic. It’s perfect for a podcast, vlog, and YouTube. Get it here.
- Charging Cables:
Conclusion:
It’s really important for online ministers to have the right tools in their toolbox. Highlighted above are just some of the different tools recommended to help further the gospel to others.
Before you finish reading this post, write down a quick action plan. What do you need to add to your digital and online ministry toolbox? Share them below or on social media.
Interested in being a Digital Missionary or want to learn digital tools to expand your reach in ministry this year, join the Digital Bootcamp Facebook Group! You can also get some one-on-one coaching.
