Redeeming the feed: why you shouldn’t step away from socials


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In the midst of what is being called the 'Doom Scroll Era’, data shows a direct correlation between time spent on social media and an increase in depression and hopelessness.

Does this mean social media is out of bounds when it comes to ministry and evangelism?

At CV’s recent Digital Day (click here to register for this annual faith and technology event in London), Nick Rotola, Chief of UP, Inc. presented a bold new vision for approaching social media. Listen to his talk below, and continue the journey as we unpack the implications.

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Step away?

Shall we step away from socials? Nick explains why we can’t disengage.

 

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Three key questions

Nick shares the three key questions we need to ask when creating evangelistic content for social media.

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Endless scrolling

An astounding fact about Gen Z… and how to tap in to the opportunity.

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When sensation equals impressions

How do you compete for attention in a world where sensation equals impressions? Here is Nick’s sensible advice.

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A matter of the heart

“If you’re spending hours a day scrolling these algorithms, that’s going to make it very hard for your heart to be in the right place…”

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