The Church Digital Podcast marks its 365th episode with an inside look at the European Digital Missionary Conference. Jeff Reed and Simon Dirks share how Europe is being reframed from post-Christian to pre-revival. From church planting networks to diaspora communities and growing digital ministries, God is writing a new story of faith, unity, and mission.Jeff and Simon highlight voices like Jim Memory of Lausanne Europe who invites us to see hope where many expect decline. Other leaders explore AI for missions, Gen Z discipleship, and practical digital evangelism. We hear about hip-hop ministries in Finland, gaming communities in Germany, and creative outreach across languages and cultures.You will be encouraged to see how digital innovation can serve spiritual formation. Prayer fuels creativity, and the Holy Spirit is leading digital missionaries in fresh and unexpected ways. This episode offers tools, frameworks, and real examples you can adapt in your own context.Watch the full episode to discover what God is doing across Europe and how you can join this digital awakening. Whether you are a church leader, a creator, or an everyday believer, this conversation will expand your vision for mission in a connected world and help you take your next faithful step.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #EuropeanRevival #EuropeanDigitalMissionarySummit
In this episode, Jeff gives us a raw, behind-the-scenes look at what’s coming up, why Europe’s post-Christian culture makes digital ministry so important, and what you can expect from this global gathering. Cathedrals might be museums today, but the Gospel is alive online. And digital missionaries are stepping in where traditional methods no longer reach.Jeff also shares some real talk about the recently concluded Control+Alt+Recover Summit. This is a Christ-centered recovery event packed with powerful testimonies, hard conversations, and yes, some major tech glitches that kept people locked out. But instead of hiding it, we’re leaning in. The plan? Rebroadcast the whole thing so everyone can see what God was doing. Honest, vulnerable stories like these matter, especially for leaders and churches learning how to embrace transparency and build a true culture of recovery.So what’s in it for you? You’ll get a sneak peek at the European Summit topics: AI in missions, Gen Z creators, gaming ministry, and hip-hop communities. You’ll also hear how this conference is different: it’s interactive, with open tables, Q&A with speakers, and even live translation in 10 languages. The takeaway is simple: don’t just watch… ENGAGE! This is about finding your tribe, learning what works, and taking real steps in digital evangelism and discipleship.If you’ve been wondering how to reach people in a post-Christian world, or how to lead well as a digital missionary, this video is for you. Watch now, invite a friend, and discover how God is using digital strategies to spread the Gospel across Europe and beyond.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #GlobalMissionsOnline #EuropeanDigitalMissionarySummit
In this episode, Jeff Reed reflects on the CTRL+ALT+Recover Digital Missionary Summit and the powerful moments that unfolded. From unexpected tech challenges to raw, honest testimonies, the event highlighted the importance of vulnerability and recovery in ministry. Stories like Sepi’s reminded us that brokenness is never the end of the story—God rebuilds us in new ways to be used for His greater purpose.
Alongside Jeff, voices like Stacy and Conrad Cooper shared deep insights about Christ-centered recovery, the challenges pastors face, and the urgent need for the church to address hidden struggles like pornography, burnout, and addiction. The conversation revealed how the church has often silenced these realities, leaving many leaders isolated and weary. It also pointed to a hopeful way forward: cultivating a culture of recovery rooted in grace, honesty, and community.
From this video, you’ll walk away with a fresh understanding of how digital missionaries can embrace vulnerability to connect with people online, how recovery is not just for individuals but for the entire church, and why admitting our struggles is the first step toward healing. You’ll also discover how ministries like Project Exodus are equipping churches worldwide to create sustainable recovery programs that bring lasting transformation.
If you care about building an authentic church, supporting healthy leaders, and stepping into God’s vision for digital evangelism, this video is for you. Watch now and be challenged to let God use your story of brokenness and restoration to reach others for Christ.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #CTRL+ALT+Recover #MinistryBurnout
Jeff Reed recaps a full week: consulting with a small Presbyterian church, highlights from the Digital Neighborhoods conference, and the heart behind CTRL+ALT+Recover. He shares a wild moment—a real phone conversation with an AI agent—and how tools like live translation and platform chat will serve upcoming events. You’ll also hear quick updates on the European Digital Missionary Summit (Oct 1) and the Gaming Summit (Oct 8).The core message: digital ministry happens on addictive platforms among people (and leaders) prone to burnout. Jeff gets honest about being physically broken, emotionally fried, and spiritually empty in 2023—and how God met him there. From the Beatitudes to vulnerability online, he shows why transparency attracts and how shining God’s light on our own lives is the starting point for real digital evangelism and discipleship.What you’ll learn: why recovery matters for digital ministers, how to practice honesty online without oversharing, and ways your team can use conferences, sponsors’ tools, and community tables to grow. You’ll take away practical steps to fight burnout, lead with gospel-centered transparency, and engage people across digital neighborhoods, the metaverse, and gaming spaces.If you’re interested in digital evangelism, church online, or healthy leaders who last, watch this. Get a sneak peek at speakers, tools, and how to connect. Then register for the conferences and invite your team—because God is opening doors for recovery, discipleship, and mission in digital spaces like never before.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #CTRL+ALT+Recover #RecoveryInMinistry
The Digital Missionary Conference was more than just an event—it was a movement. Jeff Reed unpacks how God orchestrated the Digital Neighborhood Summit, weaving together voices from around the world to reveal a unified vision for digital missions. From keynotes to breakouts, every piece connected in ways that no one planned except by the Spirit of Jesus Himself.In this episode, Jeff reflects on how the church is entering a catalytic moment. Leaders across nations are waking up to the reality that digital evangelism, digital discipleship, and digital church planting are not side projects but vital tools for the Kingdom. The stories shared from Africa, Europe, and beyond reveal a powerful truth: God is using digital missionaries to multiply His church in fresh, unexpected ways.As you watch, you’ll discover practical insights about gospel conversations, digital neighborhoods, collaboration, and the role of technology in global evangelism. You’ll also be challenged to rethink what it means to be a good neighbor online and how to bring the Good News of Jesus into digital spaces where people are already gathering daily.If you’ve ever wondered how God can use you in the digital age, this is a conversation you can’t miss. Join us as we explore gospel fluency, evangelism, and the future of church online. Watch now and see how you can be part of this Kingdom movement.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #DigitalEvangelism #DigitalMissionaryConference
The Church Digital is mobilizing a new wave of digital missionaries. In this stream, Jeff shares why our upcoming Digital Missionary Conferences matter—from Digital Neighborhoods to Christ-Centered Recovery, European Summit, and Gaming. You’ll hear how platforms function like unique “neighborhoods,” why culture-aware evangelization matters, and how global partners are rallying to equip the Church online.This isn’t a passive webinar. It’s an interactive experience designed for engagement—keynotes, breakouts, live tables, prayer, and real conversations. Jeff previews the flow, the reception hub, scheduling tools, and how attendees can connect with peers and sponsors to discover tools for discipleship, outreach, and church planting in digital and virtual spaces.You’ll learn practical ways to invite and multiply: bring a “Timothy,” find a mentor, enlist prayer and financial support, and let the conference help explain digital mission to those who don’t yet “get it.” Expect insights on cross-cultural communication online, audience mapping, micro-church networks, AI for discipleship, and more—plus a clear path to get involved right away.If you’re ready to move from consuming content to living on a mission, watch this video. Then register for the conferences and invite two or three people to join you. Let’s engage the digital neighborhoods together and see how God moves when the Church shows up online with clarity, courage, and community.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoods #ChurchOnline #DigitalMissionaryConference
Jeff opens with a candid update from The Church Digital: after 300+ episodes, the podcast will transition in 2026 into a streaming network that elevates new voices. He teases a powerful lineup with Ann Bosarge and Dr. John Harris and shares why this shift matters for digital ministry and the church’s future online.You’ll also get a first-look walkthrough of the event platform for the Digital Missionary Summit Series—complete with profiles, main sessions, 16+ breakouts, sponsor hubs, and live “table” conversations. Jeff previews the four conferences: Digital Neighborhoods, Control•Alt•Recover, the European Digital Missionary Summit (short TED-style talks), and a Gaming & VR focus—plus how partners and sponsors are rallying behind digital evangelization.What you’ll learn: how to engage (not just consume) in online events, why building your profile and showing up matters, and how soul care and recovery intersect with ministry in digital spaces. Expect practical ideas on AI, VR, microchurch networks, APEST, Google Ads, and audience mapping—along with a global view of what’s working in Europe so we can prepare wisely here.Watch this stream to see the platform in action, grab shareable media kits, and invite a friend or leader who needs vision for digital discipleship. If you care about reaching people online for Jesus and strengthening the church’s witness, this is your on-ramp—join us and be part of what God is doing.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoods #ChurchOnline #DigitalEvangelism
In this stream, Jeff shares what’s coming up with the Digital Missionary Conference and why it matters for anyone trying to reach people with the Gospel online. He further talks about the upcoming Digital Neighborhoods Summit and how digital spaces are more than just screens—they’re real mission fields.You’ll also hear a powerful story of a church in Miami that went from 50 people to over 700 on launch Sunday. Jeff uses that as a reminder that sometimes we have to let go of the old “skeletons in the closet” and be open to what God is doing now—both in physical churches and in digital ministry.From this video, you’ll take away a fresh vision for digital evangelism, encouragement to keep going when it’s hard, and practical ideas for how to multiply your impact online. Jeff also highlights some of the speakers and breakouts you can look forward to at the conference.If you want to see how God is moving in digital spaces and be inspired to step into your own calling, this video is for you. Watch now and get ready for the Digital Missionary Conference at missionary.digital.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalMissionaries #ChurchOnline #DigitalEvangelism
This special Thursday stream previews The Church Digital’s upcoming Digital Missionary Conference—with the first event, Digital Neighborhoods, focused on what the gospel looks like in digital and virtual space. Jeff shares the core philosophy of “platforms as places”—treating TikTok, VRChat, YouTube, and other platforms as real communities with distinct digital cultures, where online evangelism and digital discipleship can thrive. You’ll hear why culture often trumps geography, and why learning the language of each platform matters for church online and digital missions.Jeff also spotlights the keynote lineup: Jason Morris on rethinking the digital map (“platforms as places”), Jeff Vanderstelt on Gospel Fluency in everyday digital life, Cheryl Boyd (Cru) on audience mapping and spiritual thresholds online, and Bekele Shanko (Global Church Movements) on apprenticing in the wild—multiplying leaders for disciple-making movements. Plus, there’s a rich slate of breakout sessions on cross-cultural communication, microchurch networks, AI-powered discipleship, digital Bible tools, soul care for digital missionaries, and more.You’ll learn how to: recognize platform culture and speak the gospel fluently in it; map your audience’s next best step toward Jesus; move beyond growth to multiplication by apprenticing digital leaders; and leave each talk with an actionable lab/first step you can apply immediately in your online ministry or digital church planting efforts. Expect practical tools, real use cases, and strategies you can deploy this week.If you care about sharing Jesus online, this conference is for you. Register for free and invite a friend or your pastor to join you: https://missionary.digitalDetails for Digital Neighborhoods: https://missionary.digital/neighborhoodsWant ready-to-share posts and graphics? Grab the media kits at https://share.missionary.digitalWatch this stream to get the vision—and join us to turn vision into action for the sake of the gospel in digital spaces.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalMissionaryConference #ChurchOnline #DigitalNeighborhoodsConference
In this episode, Jeff welcomes Marion Camacho from CV Global (Christian Vision) to talk about the heart of their mission—evangelism in the digital age. Together, they explore how churches can utilize technology, such as AI, chatbots, and even virtual reality, to share the Gospel with people who may never step foot in a church building.They reflect on how COVID pushed churches to innovate, and why many struggled when they couldn’t keep up. Marion shares how CV Global equips everyday Christians and churches with resources, training, and testimony videos to help spread the message of Jesus worldwide.You’ll walk away with practical insight on how to approach new technology with wisdom, keep Jesus at the center, and see digital spaces as real mission fields.Join the conversation, be encouraged, and discover how you can be part of the movement to share Jesus online. Don’t miss this one!Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalEvangelism #ChurchOnline #DigitalMissionarySummit
What if AI could help the Church digitally saturate the globe with the gospel? That’s the big question behind today’s livestream. Jeff Reed from theChurch.digital sits down with Jake Carlson from Apologist.ai, an artificial intelligence platform designed to share Jesus—digitally and globally. They’re diving deep into the role of AI in missions, discipleship, and reaching people beyond the physical church walls.This isn’t just a tech demo or theological sparring match. This is a frontline conversation between pioneers: two digital missionaries wrestling with the future of faith, evangelism, and the church. Expect raw insights, bold ideas, and disruptive clarity on what it means to do ministry in a world driven by data and algorithms.Whether you’re skeptical or searching, curious or convinced, this livestream will stretch your imagination. It’s happening today at 2pm Eastern on theChurch.digital’s YouTube. Come with questions. Leave with vision.
Is digital discipleship working? Are we actually making a difference online or just creating noise? Digital missionaries around the world shared what ministry actually looks like right now, where it’s thriving, where it’s stuck, and what still needs to be figured out. Many are discipling 11 or more at a time while navigating loneliness, legitimacy and limited support. The survey results exposed both spiritual momentum and the gap between vision and outcomes like salvation and baptism.
What’s next for digital discipleship and online evangelism? On Tuesday, August 19 at 1pm Eastern, head over to youtube.com/thechurchdigital for a bold and forward-looking livestream conversation hosted by Jeff Reed, founder of theChurch.digital. Jeff will be joined by Aaron Thomson from Jesus Film Project to unpack what’s ahead for NextSteps, one of the most innovative tools available right now for guiding people into deeper relationship with Jesus—right from their phones, laptops, or social feeds.
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Today we’re going live with Pastor D, lead pastor of House of His Glory, visionary developer of The Church Coach App, and a Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. Pastor D has dedicated her life to equipping leaders with practical tools and Spirit-led strategies that help churches thrive both in person and in digital spaces. She doesn’t just talk ministry theory — she lives it, building bridges between technology, discipleship, and real-life transformation.
This livestream is more than a conversation — it’s a strategy session for the future of the Church.
What truly drives your ministry? On Tuesday, August 5 at 1pm Eastern, Jeff Reed will sit down with Dr. Tim Yee to explore this question through the lens of TruCenter— http://trucenter.co - a faith-based, narrative-driven assessment that uncovers the motivations God wired into each of us.Dr. Tim Yee, a seasoned pastor and leadership coach, has a wealth of experience helping individuals and teams discover their unique callings. His work with TruCenter focuses on helping people understand their core motivations, enabling them to serve more effectively in their personal and professional lives.
What if the future of digital missions isn’t about going viral but about going deep? What if ministry could thrive on less money, more risk and bi-vocational calling? Jeff Reed, founder of theChurch.digital, is living that tension.While livestreaming from his Tesla, Jeff shares the raw realities of leading a global digital ministry while stepping back into physical church work. It’s about decentralizing. Moving from being the guy to building the framework. From going solo to inviting a movement.
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