The Church Digital Podcast

Jeff Reed
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Church Online is relatively new, and while many churches are broadcasting services online, few are developing a digital strategy using Church Online. What if your church looked at Church Online as a digital mission field? What if church online was used to create biblical community? For church planting? For launching multisite campuses? Can discipleship happen online? What if we used Church Online to make disciples, empowering them with Gospel to reach their family and friends? All of a sudden, Church Online isn't an afterthought. It's vital. This, and more, through The Church Digital Podcast.

  1. 11/26/2025

    EP369: Jeff Talks What's Next - Streaming Network & Giving Tuesday

    The Church Digital wraps 2025 with a candid look at what is next. Jeff shares why the podcast is shifting to seasons, how decentralization will elevate new voices, and why “fail fast, fail forward” matters for ministry. He also talks about the heart behind platforming leaders in diverse contexts, from urban ministry to gaming, and dreams of multilingual shows that point people to Jesus.You will hear updates on partnerships and operations that fuel the mission, including a move to Go High Level for better community tools and a creative partnership for content. Jeff highlights the Digital Missionary Conferences returning on May 12–13, new training like Sharing Jesus Online, digital church planting, and fundraising courses, plus the launch of a TCD streaming network with leaders like DeMarcus Battle and Leighton.Watch to learn how decentralization can multiply discipleship, how to experiment with purpose, and how digital missionaries can serve the global Church wisely. Discover practical takeaways for community building, platform stewardship, and sustainable systems that help you make more impact with fewer resources.If you care about digital evangelization, this episode is for you. Join the conversation, meet the community on Discord or WhatsApp via thechurch.digital/fam, and see how a 2x budget can lead to 10x Kingdom impact. Watch now and catch the vision for 2026.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#FailForward #GivingTuesday #DigitalChurch

    50 min

  2. 11/26/2025

    EP368 Live Recording: What's Next? Decentralizing TCD

    What happens when a ministry built on innovation decides to let go of control and trust God with the future? In this stream, Jeff from The Church Digital opens up about moving from a centralized model of leadership to a decentralized, Spirit-led movement. He shares how God has been shifting his heart from running everything himself to empowering others across the world to lead, create, and multiply.Jeff talks about the new season ahead for The Church Digital, including collaborations with missionaries in Nigeria, India, and Europe, and the launch of tools like Lex, a digital ministry AI assistant. He reflects on lessons learned from years of digital ministry, the tension between innovation and tradition, and how the Church can embrace new methods while holding firm to the unchanging message of Jesus.Through this stream, you will discover why decentralization can be a powerful way God expands His Kingdom online. You will learn how collaboration, humility, and empowerment can create more impact than one large platform. It is a reminder that the Church grows strongest when every part of the body works together, digitally and globally, for the sake of the Gospel.Watch this video if you care about digital ministry, leadership, and the future of the Church. Jeff’s transparency, wisdom, and vision will inspire you to rethink what success in ministry looks like and challenge you to ask, “Am I building my platform, or am I building God’s Kingdom?”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#FaithAndTechnology #DecentralizedMinistry #DigitalChurch

    1h 6m

  3. 11/26/2025

    EP367: Jeff, Flatcap and Chinomage Celebrates Gaming Conference

    What if your gameplay isn’t just escape—it’s assignment? Today, I streamed live with Chinomage and Flatcap to celebrate what went down yesterday at the Digital Missionary Gaming Summit (DMCon). This wasn’t a recap. It was a moment to reflect, celebrate, and invite others into what’s stirring in the movement. Gaming isn’t a side hustle for the church—it’s a mission field. And we’re finally treating it like one. (Get context at http://missionary.digital/gamingWe kicked things off by unpacking the top highlights from DMCon: from breakout moments in chat to major paradigm shifts for longtime leaders. Chinomage shared the behind-the-scenes moments that lit him up. Flatcap brought insight from conversations that happened off mic but hit just as deep. I shared the moments that moved me from “this could work” to “this is working.”The summit wasn’t the end—it was the beginning of something new. We teased what’s coming: new cohorts, community pathways for gamers stepping into mission, and training tracks that equip people not just to stream, but to disciple. What happens when we treat platforms as places and streamers as shepherds? That’s the future we’re building.To close the stream, we played Flatcap’s keynote in full: “Before we get started discovering your one, who are you?” It’s disruptive, reflective and rooted in the kind of calling that digital missionaries in gaming need to own. If you’re lost in the noise or waiting for permission, this might be the moment that calls you out and sends you in.So if you missed the summit—or if you just need to hear again that your digital impulse might be divine—this replay is your runway. Watch it. Let it stir you. The mission is live.

    1h 23m

  4. 11/26/2025

    EP366: Final Preview - Jeff Teases the Digital Missionary Gaming Summit

    In this stream, Jeff gives a lively behind-the-scenes look at the Digital Missionary Gaming Summit. He recaps a global run of four summits with nearly a thousand registrations and representation from over 80 countries, then spotlights why this final event focuses on gamers. The heart of it is simple and strong. Every game is a gathering, every chat is a chance, and God can use our screens for the Gospel.Jeff walks through the core ideas of the summit. Be intentional, not random. Identify your one person to reach. Turn gameplay, chat, and streams into spaces where discipleship happens. Learn how community forms in-game, on stream, and asynchronously in Discord. Hear from speakers who will help you set the table for real relationships and steady spiritual growth.You will leave with more than inspiration. Expect practical exercises, step-by-step mapping, and clear next moves for your context. See how sponsors and partners can equip you with tools and resources so you can act on what you learn this week, not someday.If you care about reaching people where they actually are, this is for you. Watch the video, invite your team, and get ready to put ideas into action for Jesus in the gaming world. 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 #GamingMinistry #DigitalDiscipleship

    48 min

  5. 11/26/2025

    EP365: Jeff & Simon Diercks Celebrate the 2025 European Digital Missionary Summit

    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

    1h 19m

  6. 11/26/2025

    EP364 Final Preview: Jeff Teases the European Digital Missionary Summit

    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

    42 min

  7. 11/26/2025

    EP363: Jeff & Stacy Celebrate the CTRL+ALT+Recover Summit

    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

    1h 6m

  8. 11/26/2025

    EP362: Final Preview - Jeff Talks CTRL+ALT+Recover Summit

    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

    36 min
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Church Online is relatively new, and while many churches are broadcasting services online, few are developing a digital strategy using Church Online. What if your church looked at Church Online as a digital mission field? What if church online was used to create biblical community? For church planting? For launching multisite campuses? Can discipleship happen online? What if we used Church Online to make disciples, empowering them with Gospel to reach their family and friends? All of a sudden, Church Online isn't an afterthought. It's vital. This, and more, through The Church Digital Podcast.

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