7 Churches You Should Follow on Social Media
by Megan Forgey, Communications Consultant.
When it comes to using social media as a tool for your church, you have to find inspiration somewhere. And while resources are limited for taking pictures of events, at least during COVID-19, it helps to take a look at what other churches are doing. Staying up-to-date on trends and best practices is important for keeping your posting timely and engaging. Check out these seven accounts that you should follow for inspiration.
A post from All Saints’ Atlanta’s Instagram
One of the largest dioceses in the country, this account posts seasonal content, with this month focusing on Advent. Follow along as the account also posts Texas and Episcopal news, prayers, and resources.
Based in the heart of NYC, this account focuses on providing an uplifting message of hope to its community. Follow along as the Episcopal priests and staff from Calvary St. George’s post fun videos to tease their video content and show off what it’s like to be a modern Episcopal church in Gramercy Park.
A progressive community in Atlanta, All Saints’ shares snippets of their community, alongside music and art. The account is one-to-follow for Instagram stories inspiration.
The Episcopal Diocese of Ohio’s camp, retreat, education center, and working sustainable farm is a great resource for graphic design inspiration. With a laidback approach, the account shares stories from the farm, the summer camp, and more.
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The Episcopal Diocese of Oregon’s Advent series.
With over 10,000 followers, this account grew out of the Episcopal Church’s 1934 General Convention and is best known for their daily devotional, Forward Day by Day. Their page holds a myriad of community, graphics of prayers and reflections, and their offerings.
Church of the Ascension and Saint Agnes
This Anglo-Catholic church in Washington D.C. posts weekly tributes to Saints on their feast day. The account consistently posts inspiring graphics.
With an Advent series all through December, this diocese in the Pacific Northwest is a great resource to look to for inspiration. The account makes use of the picturesque background of Oregon to create appealing graphics.