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WEEK 2: CHRISTIAN APPLICATION PAPER
Social Media and Christian Ministry: A Digital Outreach Perspective
Abstract and References Assignment
Paris K. Wright
STCO 532: Media Technologies and Communication Strategies
School of Business Administration, Liberty University
Author Note
Paris K. Wright
I have no known conflict of interest to disclose.
Correspondence concerning this article should be addressed to Paris K. Wright.
Email:
pkwright@liberty.edu
WEEK 2: CHRISTIAN APPLICATION PAPER
Abstract
This Christian Application Paper explores the impact of social media on Christian ministry,
focusing on its potential for digital outreach. As communication technologies evolve, churches
and ministries have recognized the need to adapt. This study investigates the role of social media
platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram in spreading the Christian message
and engaging with a diverse online audience.
The research questions addressed in this paper include: How do churches and ministries utilize
social media for evangelism and community building? What challenges and opportunities do
they encounter in the digital realm? The study examines the methods employed, participant
engagement, and the results of these efforts.
Through an analysis of existing literature, this paper provides insights into the effectiveness of
various social media strategies for Christian ministry. It discusses the implications of these
findings for churches, pastors, and Christian leaders. Additionally, this study presents
recommendations for future research in this domain, emphasizing the importance of adapting to
contemporary electronic communication technologies while staying rooted in Christian
principles. As mentioned in the scripture 2 Timothy 2:15 (NIV), "Do your best to present
yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and correctly
handles the word of truth."
Keywords:
social media, Christian Ministry, Digital Outreach, Evangelism, Online Engagement,
Church Communication, Digital Evangelism.
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WEEK 2: CHRISTIAN APPLICATION PAPER
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