ChSocM (Church Social Media) Chat Transcript: Using Social Media to Support Transitions

Discussing when and how to use 

social media tools to support transition

 to a new call and leaving a former one.

This week's chat moderated by Alan Rudnick (@alanrudnick)

The topics:
T1: Many clergy are starting new calls, how can social media help during transition?
T2: Which social media tools are optimal for connecting & engaging with new congregants?
T2a: Any tools that should not be used?
T3: When & how should ministers keep in touch with former congregants?
T4: What face-to-face practices should be used to supplement digital ones during transition?
T5: What resources are beneficial for ministers and churches in transition? Links?

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Caroline Carson (@Conductor222) always posts gorgeous
pictures during #chsocm chat. Here's one from tonight's.

ChSocM (Church Social Media) Chat Transcript: 4/1/14: Pastoral Transitions in the Digital Age

We chatted about how ministers and congregants

manage transitions now that 

social media are in the mix.

This week's chat moderated by David Hansen (@rev_david)

Topics: 
T1: Broadly, does our connected world make the process of pastoral transition harder or easier? T2: Best practice: Should former members and former ministry professionals stay connected on social media?
T3: How can congregations use social media to welcome a new ministry professional? T3a: How soon in the process should members and new pastors make connection?
T4: Best use of social media for a farewell, by pastor or congregation?
T5: Best uses of social media to connect with a new community on arrival?
T6: How can cong & professionals use #chsocm to help with their grief during transition?
TBonus: Best April Fools prank today?

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