Theology of Digital

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Dr. Pete Philips, Video, , --, March 28, 2023

Description

This 27-minute video can help you think about the place of digital tools in the life of your congregation. Dr. Peter Philips believes that digital tools have a place in the modern church and explores how digital tools can be used well. This video presentation includes observations about how tools are now being used, opportunities and problems for the congregation, an argument for theology supporting digital tools, and resources for further study.

Features

Informative slides
Segmented timeline to focus on the ideas that you need
Listen at 1.5 x or 2x to find what you need quickly

Recommended Audience

Congregational leaders interested in understanding how to use digital tools to develop connection and learning.

Cost

Free

Practical Applications

Watch with your worship team or leadership team to learn the basics of online congregations.
Develop digital experiences to enhance your congregation's community and learning.

Updated: January 08, 2025

About the Contributor

Matt Burke

Senior Director of Resource Consulting and Grants

Matt Burke is the senior director of resource consulting and grants for the Center for Congregations. Prior to this role, he also served as the director of the northeast Center for Congregations in Fort Wayne and the Center’s Education Director statewide. Matt has a background in classroom, digital and experiential education and most recently served as the associate director of Learning Science at Kaplan Test Prep. He is passionate about using education to develop deeper faith in congregational participants.

Matt earned a B.A. in Religion from Mount Vernon Nazarene University and a Masters of Divinity degree from Asbury Theological Seminary. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Kelly, and his two sons, Silas and Levi. Matt also loves storytelling in films, books and music and finding the intersections of faith and popular culture.

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