Real life and digital life are blending together — and the local church is no exception. Pastor Wes Via has spent years figuring out how to leverage digital tools in the local church without losing what matters most: real relationships. In this episode, he shares practical examples from his own ministry, including how he uses a podcast as a Bible study resource to free up his one-on-one time for genuine discipleship conversations.

If you lead a local church and you're wondering where to start with technology, this is a grounded, honest place to begin.

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In this episode, Adam and Luke dive deep into the evolution of Blue Vineyard, the Adventist technology landscape. They explore long-form podcasting, the launch of TrustLoop, and teacher appraisal solutions in our schools. Watch to learn how a relationship-first approach to technology is helping those who share God's truth with the tools they deserve.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro: The Blue Vineyard Journey

1:51 - Why DIY Website Builders are Failing Large Ministries

4:39 - The NAD, WordPress, and the Power of Open Source

6:59 - Podcasting: Choosing Depth Over Breadth

14:21 - Launching TrustLoop: Solving the Safety Gap

24:14 - ElevatED: Measuring Teaching Skill vs. Mission Alignment

34:41 - AdventAI: Faithfully Navigating the Age of AI

39:16 - The Incubator Model: Building Sustainable Tech Teams

46:16 - The North Star: Equipping the Gospel Commission

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What is missing from the Adventist media landscape? Kahn Ellmers shares his wishlist for the types of shows the church should be producing, from daily adult devotionals to news commentary. You'll learn about the gaps in the current market and how your ministry might be the one to fill them.

Plus, get access to Blue Vineyard's free "Podcast Launch Guide" to help you start your journey on the right foot.

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If you have an idea for an episode on the Blue Vineyard Podcast, Contact us at hello@bluevineyard.com

Do you offer services in the Adventist Ecosystem? Connect with us on LinkedIn

Or, perhaps you need some digital services. Find out more by visiting our website now. bluevineyard.com