There is quite a range - a lot like very small nonprofits. Some plunge in head first, and are doing a lot with the web, and others have lagged behind. I've learned that the same dynamics that are true for small nonprofits, like who is available to help the staff, what tech-savvy volunteers are around, is true for churches. Like small nonprofits, most churches don't have the money to spend on technology, and must depend on volunteers, for the most part.

 

Michelle Murrain michelle@zenofnptech.org http://www.zenofnptech.org

The church I attend has invested heavily in its web presence. The design and content is considered very carefully using a communication team and following a strategic communication plan. www.friendschurch.ca has received hits from around the world and the mp3 of the message continues to get downloads and be ITune subscribers. There are a number of blogs associated with the site and written at arms length from leadership. The experiment has born some fruit both in changed hearts and increased attendance but like most nonprofits we have yet to figure out what  next steps to take.