Visiting Online Church: A Journey Exploring Effective Digital Christian Community

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by Peter DeHaan, Rock Rooster Books, MI, July 29, 2021

Description

This book helps congregational leaders discover new ways to effectively reach people online while holding firm to their church's values and traditions. Championing a meaningful Christian community and recognizing the importance of both in-person gatherings and online ones, Peter DeHaan documents the challenges, approaches, and successes of online churches.

This publication offers readers a primer on the vast creativity and diversity in online churches, detailing dozens of examples that highlight what makes for a dynamic online service, how to foster a Christian community, and how to enhance the faith.

Features

Case studies
Programming formats
Community building
Why virtual church is a necessity today
Real-world examples to help you engage with online worshippers

Recommended Audience

clergy, lay leaders, marketing and outreach teams

Cost

Purchase as book, e-book, or audio book

Practical Applications

Read this book to hear unique stories of congregations that offer online ministry.
Learn best practices in fostering an online community from the examples offered in this book.
Try engagement strategies described by DeHann to connect with underserved online communities.

Updated: March 12, 2025

About the Contributor

Miriam V. Quezada Mendez

Bilingual Associate for Resource Consulting

Miriam V. Quezada Mendez serves in the Center’s Northwest office in Crown Point as the Bilingual Associate for Resource Consulting, working to advance the Center’s mission to strengthen Indiana congregations by providing resources to the communities that make up the diverse tapestry of the Northwest region.

Born in Jalisco, Mexico, Miriam immigrated to the United States as a child and grew up on the East Side of Chicago. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Illinois College, graduating with a double major in Communications & Rhetorical Studies and International Studies with a concentration in gender and immigration equity.

Before joining the Center, Miriam served as the Director of Communications at the Parliament of the World’s Religions. In her tenure with the Parliament, Miriam worked closely with faith, community, and nonprofit leaders on outreach, engagement, and interfaith community-building efforts. She is an enthusiastic advocate for youth, Indigenous, and women’s voices in faith and civic spaces.

Miriam is a member of the St. Paul Catholic Church in Valparaiso, where she and her family attend weekly Spanish service.

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