Digital Ministry News Recap - May 25, 2025

Topics: How to create an amazing annual report. Portable church growth hacks. Future trends in Church Management Software. The ultimate small church mixing console?

TL;DR: Digital Ministry News Recap 

  • ChurchTrac: How to create an amazing annual report.

  • Church Planting: Portable church growth hacks.

  • Church Tech News: Future trends in Church Management Software.

  • Churchfront: The ultimate small church mixing console?

Church Annual Report…In May?

Source: ChurchTrac

ChurchTrac shares “How to Create an Amazing Church Annual Report” (5-minute read), a quick guide to crafting inspiring annual reports that build trust and highlight ministry wins. It covers what to include—like finances, attendance, and testimonies—and why compelling storytelling matters. Why now? May is the perfect time to ensure you’re doing report-worthy work and gathering the right data to tell your church’s story well.

 

Portable Church Growth Hacks

Source: ChurchPlanting.com

Church Planting shares “The Portable Church Playbook: 5 Growth Hacks” (4-minute read), outlining key strategies for mobile churches to thrive. Tips include empowering volunteers, streamlining setup, prioritizing visitor follow-up, using tech tools for engagement, and maximizing flexible spaces. The guide helps portable churches create sustainable systems and grow in rented or temporary venues.

 

Source: Church Tech News

ICYMI: Church Tech News shares “Future Trends in Church Management Software: What’s Next?” (5-minute read), spotlighting AI-driven automation, mobile-first design, and tighter integration with digital tools. It also covers emerging features like self-service portals, voice assistants, and personalized member journeys—signaling how ChMS platforms are evolving to meet modern ministry need.

 

The Ultimate Small Church Mixing Console?

Source: ChatGPT

Churchfront shares “[The Ultimate SMALL CHURCH Mixing Console]” (12-minute watch), spotlighting Allen & Heath’s QU series as a top choice for small church sound systems. With Dante integration, customizable faders, and scalable inputs, this digital mixer series has models that suit mobile and permanent setups alike. They balance pro-level audio features with user-friendly design—ideal for growing ministries and volunteer-led worship teams.

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