Communications, Media & Technology

PROTECTING THE KINGDOM: Cybersecurity and the church

Session A

Presented by: Austin Bryan 

Technology has become a powerful tool to spread the Gospel to every “tribe, nation, and tongue.” · At the same time, cybercrime has risen, churches are being targeted, and mitigation of these risks has become important. Attendees will learn the impact of cybersecurity on churches, what it means for them, and practical items they can implement to improve security in their ministry today.

How to Choose Church Management Software that Fits Your Church

Session D

Presented By: Corey Hall

Attendees will embark on a guided journey to choosing their congregation’s ideal church management software (ChMS). Attendees will explore the diverse functionalities offered by various ChMS platforms, emphasizing their ability to streamline administrative tasks, enhance communication, and foster community engagement.

Technology & your ministry: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

Session A,D

Presented By: Jeff Smiley, Eric Hall & Michael Brooks

This workshop will educate attendees on how to best utilize audio/visual technology and further the objectives of your church or ministry. Technology has evolved over time and, by embracing improved and advanced technology, churches can communicate more effectively with current members and, more importantly, prospective members.

Using AI for Your Church or Ministry in 2025

Session B

Presented By: Trent Carroll

Want to learn how AI can help your church or ministry in 2025? This workshop will teach you to understand what AI is and how it works, explore how AI can enhance your mission and operations, and assess the benefits, challenges, and ethics of AI. This workshop is for church administrators with no technology or AI background. You will get practical tips and insights for your own context.

Church IT & AV Convergence

Session C

Presented By: Chris Green

With the increasing capabilities of audio, video, and lighting systems, the integration and dependence on networking technology has increased dramatically. While basic implementations can often be successful with minimal effort, most implementations require advanced IT networking expertise. In this session, we will discuss some of the technical challenges of implementing AVL technology and why it is more important than ever for AVL and IT teams to work together directly toward a common goal.