The News
The Assemblies of God has launched a new training initiative focused on equipping ministers with the digital skills needed for modern mission work. As churches increasingly hybrid their services and communities engage online, this denomination-wide effort addresses a critical gap in pastoral preparation for reaching people where they actually spend time.
Why It Matters
If you're leading a small church without a tech director, you know the pressure to figure out livestreaming, social media, and digital discipleship on your own. This Assemblies of God model shows how denominations can support pastors in developing essential digital competencies—from basic platform literacy to strategic online community-building. Whether you're AG or not, this is a signal that digital ministry isn't optional anymore; it's core to pastoral work.
The Takeaway
Audit your team's digital skills honestly, then seek out training resources—from your denomination, platforms like Faithlife, or industry conferences—rather than leaving it to chance.