--- title: Church Communications Blog | Melissa Blakey description: Stories, tools, and tips for faithful workers in church communications. --- [![logo_ekk](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/hubfs/logo_ekk-4.png)](http://www.ekklesia360.com) [Sign Up](http://www.ekklesia360.com/sign-up) - [WESBITE FEATURES](https://www.ekklesia360.com/website-features/) - [SERVICES](https://www.ekklesia360.com/services/) - [FAQ’S](https://www.ekklesia360.com/faqs/) - [PORTFOLIO](https://www.ekklesia360.com/portfolio/) - [RESOURCES](https://www.ekklesia360.com/resources/) - [PRICING](https://www.ekklesia360.com/pricing/) - ABOUT # Ekklesia 360 ## Melissa Blakey ### Recent Posts ## [Introducing Joanna Gray, Our New Executive Assistant!](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/welcome-new-hire-joanna-gray-executive-assistant) Posted by [Melissa Blakey](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/melissa-blakey) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/342931/Social_Media/Blog_pictures/fix_660_360.png)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/welcome-new-hire-joanna-gray-executive-assistant) Here at Monk Development, builders of Ekklesia 360, we've been busy [creating new themes](http://www.ekklesia360.com/e360-themes/), [building fantastic websites](http://www.ekklesia360.com/custom-websites/), and hiring more amazing people to join our [team](http://www.monkdevelopment.com/who-we-are/team/). One of our company values is "people first," which means we care about our clients and... [Read More](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/welcome-new-hire-joanna-gray-executive-assistant) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/welcome-new-hire-joanna-gray-executive-assistant#comments) ## [The Conference Every Church Communicator Needs To Attend](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/the-conference-every-church-communicator-needs-to-attend) Posted by [Melissa Blakey](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/melissa-blakey) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/342931/file-2673406783-jpg/Conclave/ConclaveGroup3.jpg)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/the-conference-every-church-communicator-needs-to-attend) Recently, we gathered some of the key churches in the Houston area for a roundtable discussion on church communications. The group was made up of church communicators, a lead pastor, and an administrative pastor. **Each one was looking to gain insight to...** [Read More](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/the-conference-every-church-communicator-needs-to-attend) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/the-conference-every-church-communicator-needs-to-attend#comments) Topics: [Ministry Insight](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/topic/ministry-insight) ## [Top 5 Analytics Reports To Gain Ministry Insight](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/new-church-website-analytics-dashboard-provides-ministry-insight) Posted by [Melissa Blakey](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/melissa-blakey) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/342931/file-2633098572-png/Social_Media/Blog_pictures/TotalVisitors.png)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/new-church-website-analytics-dashboard-provides-ministry-insight) "A point of view can be a dangerous luxury when substituted for insight and understanding." -Marshall McLunhan **To give church leaders more insight and understanding, we are excited to announce the release of an Analytics Dashboard for Ekklesia 360!** ... [Read More](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/new-church-website-analytics-dashboard-provides-ministry-insight) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/new-church-website-analytics-dashboard-provides-ministry-insight#comments) Topics: [Ministry Insight](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/topic/ministry-insight) ## [Master The Art Of Small Groups With Our New Module Just For Churches](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/announcing-our-new-small-groups-module-for-churches) Posted by [Melissa Blakey](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/melissa-blakey) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/342931/file-2606945646-jpg/Social_Media/Blog_pictures/quote.jpg)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/announcing-our-new-small-groups-module-for-churches) "The small-group program is not an appendage; it is not a program we tacked onto an existing structure. The small group is part of our lifestyle **." ** – **Andy Stanley** As part of a church staff, you understand the importance of a small group. You may have... [Read More](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/announcing-our-new-small-groups-module-for-churches) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/announcing-our-new-small-groups-module-for-churches#comments) ## [The Essential Guide To Mobile Technology and the Church](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/the-essential-guide-to-mobile-technology-and-the-church) Posted by [Melissa Blakey](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/melissa-blakey) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/342931/file-2596237183-jpg/Social_Media/Blog_pictures/EbookBluebridgegraphic2.jpg)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/the-essential-guide-to-mobile-technology-and-the-church) Putting together a comprehensive mobile strategy that includes a responsive website and a mobile app can help your church reach ministry goals. **Did you know 90% of churchgoers say that mobile technology has a place in the church?** If you know how to... [Read More](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/the-essential-guide-to-mobile-technology-and-the-church) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/the-essential-guide-to-mobile-technology-and-the-church#comments) ## [6 Ways To Digitally Maximize The Easter Experience For Your Church](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/6-ways-to-digitally-maximize-the-easter-experience-for-your-church) Posted by [Melissa Blakey](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/melissa-blakey) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/342931/file-2581811154-jpg/Social_Media/Blog_pictures/easterpromo_660x373b.jpg)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/6-ways-to-digitally-maximize-the-easter-experience-for-your-church) Easter is here again! For many church communicators, this is your time to shine. Sure, you’re busy doing everything you normally do for your church -- graphics, videos, website content, social media posts, saving the day...but you’re also in charge of... [Read More](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/6-ways-to-digitally-maximize-the-easter-experience-for-your-church) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/6-ways-to-digitally-maximize-the-easter-experience-for-your-church#comments) Topics: [Design](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/topic/design) ## [5 Leadership Tips Pastors Can Use To Grow Their Influence](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/5-leadership-tips-pastors-can-use-to-grow-their-influence) Posted by [Melissa Blakey](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/melissa-blakey) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/342931/file-2549306775-jpg/Social_Media/Blog_pictures/SW_Blake+Bronstad-2_2.jpg)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/5-leadership-tips-pastors-can-use-to-grow-their-influence) If you’re a pastor, you already know what a difficult job you have. I'll spare you the bleak statistics. But, if you had a job description, it might look something like this: Pastor (Otherwise Known As): - **Teacher** - **Bible Expert** - **Public Speaker** - **...** [Read More](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/5-leadership-tips-pastors-can-use-to-grow-their-influence) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/5-leadership-tips-pastors-can-use-to-grow-their-influence#comments) Topics: [Ministry Insight](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/topic/ministry-insight) ## [Welcome To Our New Ekklesia 360 Blog!](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/welcome-to-our-new-ekklesia-360-blog) Posted by [Melissa Blakey](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/melissa-blakey) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/342931/file-2524842039-jpg/Social_Media/Blog_pictures/welcome-new-blog_header-thumb.jpg)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/welcome-to-our-new-ekklesia-360-blog) Hello, my name is Melissa Blakey. I’m the new Content Writer for Monk Development, builders of Ekklesia360, and I couldn’t be more excited about that. Welcome to our new blog. I thought I’d use this post as a way for me to introduce myself and to tell... 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