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Hot Topic 2 - Church Communications

ImageChurch Communications
February 10, 2009

8:30 a.m. - 3: 30 p.m.

Communications seems so easy, right? You put something in print and everyone should read it. Then why do “they” constantly claim they didn’t know or didn’t see it? Regardless of why, the answer is the same - church communications needs an upgrade! Learn more about how you can reach your members in effective ways that generate positive response.

  • Newsletters - regardless of your software or print method, what are some tricks you can use to make them more readable and even entertaining!
  • Web - learn about some novice ways to meet your membership where they are by communicating with them online: e-mail, web, social networks.
  • Phone - yep, people still use them! This incredibly personal communications tool is still highly effective - tips on creating relationships through personal contact!
  • Plus time to talk and network with other church professionals, learn what is working for others, and ask questions!
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Who do we serve and What do we do?

Mission Statement 

ImageNebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries is the camping, conferencing and retreating ministry of the Nebraska Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

  • NLOM is called to provide places set apart for people of all ages to grow in Christ.
  • NLOM encourages spiritual renewal for the whole person by providing encounters with the Word, nurturing an awareness of creation as God’s gift, and offering opportunities for worship, recreation, and the development of relationships.

Response

In seeking to fulfill its mission, NLOM operates in three distinct areas:

  • Camping Programs
  • Retreat & Conference Program
  • Leadership Development

NLOM collaborates with congregations, agencies, institutions and special ministries of the church and with other similar camping and retreat programs in many creative and effective ways.
 
NLOM is commited to responsibly sharing the resources the ministry is given and generates with others.
 
Why do you give to NLOM?

Giving to NLOM is another way for us to know the word of God is experienced by many. It enables us to be a part of God’s family here on earth.  We are able to see our dollars are well spent to give all people who would like to experience it, the opportunity to enjoy the ever-changing and growing camp and retreat experience.  We are proud to be a part of this!

Bill and Rose Marie Davis
Friends of NLOM

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