Nonprofit and Ministry Leaders: Are You Ready to Change the Way You Communicate Post-COVID?
By Palmer Holt It’s not always good to hear the word “positive” and COVID-19 in the same sentence. But as a veteran professional communicator who’s worked with Christian ministries and nonprofits for decades, I’m absolutely positive COVID-19 has created the perfect storm for faith-based nonprofits, businesses, ministries and churches to re-think and re-invent the way […]
How to Get the Most Out of the NRB Convention
Along with several thousand other Christian media professionals, I’m going to be in Nashville for “Proclaim 18” — the National Religious Broadcasters’ (NRB) 75th annual convention, Feb. 27-Mar. 2. It’s going to be a busy four days with current and prospective clients, contacts and peers. From having attended a bunch of these kind of events […]
Sutherland Springs: Communicating light in times of great darkness
Having been involved in the news business for many years, I’ve dealt with so many heart-breaking situations that, if I’m honest, I’m not always deeply impacted by the latest bad headlines. But the reports out of Sutherland Springs, Texas, on Nov. 5 touched me profoundly. Perhaps like me you found yourself reeling from what transpired […]
Do you have this building block of good media relations in place?
A thorough press kit can save both you and journalists time, and enhance your credibility Building and maintaining a good relationship with the media is as important for Christian organizations as recruiting supporters and raising funds. Whether you are looking to promote or protect your ministry, you need to serve journalists well. Though some may […]
Is Your Ministry Ready to Handle the Worst in the Best Way?
Shifting cultural attitudes mean Christ-centered ministries and organizations are increasingly at risk of attack from those opposed to biblical values. Wise groups like the Association of Gospel Rescue Missions (AGRM), which represents hundreds of ministries reaching out to the homeless and needy across the country, are making sure they are prepared to face any potential […]
It’s Not Too Late to Get Your 2017 PR Plan Back on Track
A free planning guide to help you maximize your media profile If you drive past a fitness center on a regular basis, you have probably noticed that there are more empty parking spots outside the front of the building again. That New Year’s rush of enthusiasm has come and gone for many people. All those […]
Which Major News Stories Resonated Most with Christians in 2016?
Palmer Holt and the InChrist Communications team work with ministries and faith leaders to help them share their news with the world. This year, our clients had a significant impact in the U.S. and internationally. Some of the highlights include: Reach Beyond announced the appointment of the Rev. Steve Harling to the role of president […]
After Tumultuous Season, Take Time to Reflect and Give Thanks …in All Things
There’s something pure about Thanksgiving. It’s an unadulterated, non-commercial time of year to focus on God, spend time with family and express gratitude for our blessings. Thanksgiving is also a time to reflect — and after an especially tumultuous election season — it can be a time to heal. We need the unity the Thanksgiving […]
It’s a noisy world. How will you get heard in 2017?
In uncertain times, clear communication is more important than ever You’ve probably heard the story of the wife who complained to her husband, “You never tell me you love me!” And he replied, “Well, I told you I loved you when we got married—33 years ago. If anything changes, I’ll let you know.” That’s how […]
Effective Church Communications Begins in ‘Jerusalem’
When Jesus gave his disciples the Acts 1:8 evangelism mandate regarding being his witnesses “in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria and the ends of the earth,” he laid out a plan to saturate the globe with the gospel. Learn and model your faith first in your “Jerusalem,” he taught – even as Jesus himself did in Galilee […]