In the 21st century, digital platforms have become the new mission fields. As faith communities seek to navigate the digital landscape, the need for effective digital evangelism has never been more crucial. This dynamic 8-module course, "Digital Mission: Sharing Faith in the Digital Age," is designed to equip you with the skills, understanding, and confidence to effectively share your faith in the digital world. You'll delve into topics such as the theology of mission in the digital age, building authentic online relationships, communicating your message effectively, engaging in productive online conversations, utilizing social media for evangelism, hosting online discussions and studies, and creating engaging digital content.
Throughout the course, we will also explore the role of artificial intelligence in digital evangelism and discuss its benefits and challenges. You'll learn how AI can help tailor your messages, create engaging content, and understand social media algorithms to reach a wider audience.
Each module will feature practical exercises that provide hands-on experience, peer feedback to foster a supportive learning community, and role-model examples to inspire and guide your journey. You will also have the opportunity to develop a personal digital evangelism action plan to guide your future efforts.
Whether you're a theology student, a future faith leader, or just a tech-savvy believer looking to make a difference in the digital space, this course will provide the tools and strategies you need to navigate the digital landscape with wisdom and grace. Join us on this exciting journey to explore how we can live out the Great Commission in the digital age: "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation." (Mark 16:15)
