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Getting your church online

From setting up and using social media accounts to streaming your services, here you’ll find guidance and advice for getting your church online

Doing online differently

Doing online differently

A roadmap for digital discipleship from the United Reformed Church

Setting up public wi-fi for your church

Setting up public wi-fi for your church

Advice and guidance exploring the options available for setting up public wi-fi for your church

Online and contactless giving at local churches

Online and contactless giving

Advice and guidance on online and contactless giving options for churches

Social Media

How to use Facenook for your church

Using Facebook for your church

A guide to setting up and using Facebook for your church

How to use Twitter

Using Twitter for your church

A guide to setting up and using Twitter for your church

Setting up an Instagram account

Using Instagram for your church

A guide to setting up and using Instagram for your church

How to use WhatsApp

How to use WhatsApp

A guide to setting up WhatsApp and using it to set up groups and make video calls

Going Live

Using Facebook, YouTube and Zoom to record acts of worship

Recording and broadcasting worship

A guide to using Facebook, YouTube and Zoom to record and broadcast acts of worship

Livestreaming your church service

Livestreaming your church service

Advice and guidance exploring the options available for livestreaming your church service

Recording and putting out a podcast

Recording & putting out a podcast

A guide to recording and putting out a podcast and a tips on what to say to engage listeners

Zoom

Guide to setting up a Zoom account

Setting up a Zoom account

A guide to setting up a Zoom and running a account

Using Zoom securely

Using Zoom securely

A guide to using Zoom securely to help you avoid hacks and “Zoom bombings”

Zoom breakout rooms

Zoom breakout rooms

A guide to setting up and making the most of Zoom breakout rooms

A guide to Zoom etiquette

Zoom etiquette

Useful hints and tips for those setting up or joining a Zoom meeting

Website

Writing for the web and Search Engine Optimisation

Writing for the web and SEO

A guide to writing for the web and tips for ensuring your online content is found by search engines

Useful Information

Social Media Guidelines & Digital Charter

For all who produce and manage websites and social media channels for the life and work of the URC

Tips for improving online worship

Tips and ideas to help you engage with people and make your online worship more intergenerational

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