--- title: Church Communications Blog | Samantha Decker 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 ## Samantha Decker ### Recent Posts ## [6 Creative and Meaningful Ways to Thank Your Donors](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/6-creative-and-meaningful-ways-to-thank-your-donors) Posted by [Samantha Decker](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/samantha-decker) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/342931/give-thanks.jpg)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/6-creative-and-meaningful-ways-to-thank-your-donors) Thanksgiving is a time to gather with loved ones in a warm home filled with delicious food. It's also a time to reflect on all that you are thankful for. As a pastor or church leader, one thing you are likely most grateful for is your church donors. This... [Read More](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/6-creative-and-meaningful-ways-to-thank-your-donors) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/6-creative-and-meaningful-ways-to-thank-your-donors#comments) Topics: [Best Practices](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/topic/best-practices) ## [Why Your Church Needs Church Management Software](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/why-your-church-needs-church-management-software) Posted by [Samantha Decker](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/samantha-decker) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/342931/ChurchOrganization.jpg)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/why-your-church-needs-church-management-software) What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think about serving on a church staff? Is it the ministry and ability to serve and share with people? Or is it the day-to-day tasks, lack of organization, and overall chaos that can make up life on a... [Read More](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/why-your-church-needs-church-management-software) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/why-your-church-needs-church-management-software#comments) Topics: [Best Practices](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/topic/best-practices), [Church Management Software](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/topic/church-management-software), [Strategy](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/topic/strategy) ## [The Top Ten Free Resources for Church Communicators](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/the-top-ten-free-resources-for-church-communicators) Posted by [Samantha Decker](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/samantha-decker) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/342931/tran-mau-tri-tam-57714-unsplash%20%281%29.jpg)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/the-top-ten-free-resources-for-church-communicators) A good carpenter always has the right tools in his/her toolbox. In the same way, in order to be an effective church communicator, it’s essential that you have the right metaphorical tools in your metaphorical toolbox. However, with so many free resources... [Read More](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/the-top-ten-free-resources-for-church-communicators) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/the-top-ten-free-resources-for-church-communicators#comments) ## [How To Turn Church Donors Into Volunteers](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/how-to-turn-church-donors-into-volunteers) Posted by [Samantha Decker](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/samantha-decker) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/342931/active-blue-charity-1353351.jpg)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/how-to-turn-church-donors-into-volunteers) If you’ve worked at a church for any length of time, or even attended a church semi-regularly, you know that volunteers are necessary. These volunteers are the ones getting to church early to set the chairs out, greeting attendees at the doors, and... [Read More](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/how-to-turn-church-donors-into-volunteers) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/how-to-turn-church-donors-into-volunteers#comments) ## [How to Promote Healthy Church Teams in 12 Steps](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/how-to-promote-healthy-church-teams-in-12-steps) Posted by [Samantha Decker](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/samantha-decker) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/342931/zachary-nelson-192289-unsplash.jpg)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/how-to-promote-healthy-church-teams-in-12-steps) It's disappointing when a team is marked by division. You’ve probably seen (or unfortunately experienced) a team like this. These kind of teams promote their own good above the team, fail to work together, argue, are unproductive, and are often described... [Read More](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/how-to-promote-healthy-church-teams-in-12-steps) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/how-to-promote-healthy-church-teams-in-12-steps#comments) ## [Key Bible Verses About Hope](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/key-bible-verses-about-hope) Posted by [Samantha Decker](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/samantha-decker) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/342931/Hope-Theme.jpg)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/key-bible-verses-about-hope) Every single one of us need hope at some point in our lives. Some people even argue that hope is what changes our thoughts from negative to positive. This shift in thinking helps us live healthier, happier lives. But as a Christian, it’s not just any... [Read More](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/key-bible-verses-about-hope) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/key-bible-verses-about-hope#comments) ## [How To Create A Great Vacation Bible School Website or Landing Page](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/how-to-create-a-great-vacation-bible-school-website-or-landing-page) Posted by [Samantha Decker](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/samantha-decker) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/342931/mike-fox-467489-unsplash%20%281%29.jpg)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/how-to-create-a-great-vacation-bible-school-website-or-landing-page) Now that the weather is warming up, parents and kids alike are counting down the days until summer. You can tell that they’re dreaming of pool days, long summer nights, and of course Vacation Bible School (VBS)! For many families, VBS is the highlight of... [Read More](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/how-to-create-a-great-vacation-bible-school-website-or-landing-page) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/how-to-create-a-great-vacation-bible-school-website-or-landing-page#comments) ## [10 Ways to Make Your Mother's Day Church Service Exceptional](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/10-ways-to-make-your-mothers-day-church-service-exceptional) Posted by [Samantha Decker](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/samantha-decker) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/342931/Mother%27sDay-Theme.jpg)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/10-ways-to-make-your-mothers-day-church-service-exceptional) If you’ve seen a mom in action, you know that they are pretty amazing. They are typically the ones running around, taking care of everyone else, and thinking of themselves last. While moms deserve appreciation every day, your church has a great... [Read More](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/10-ways-to-make-your-mothers-day-church-service-exceptional) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/10-ways-to-make-your-mothers-day-church-service-exceptional#comments) ## [How to Use Social Media for Your Church](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/how-to-use-social-media-for-your-church) Posted by [Samantha Decker](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/author/samantha-decker) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/342931/social%20media.jpg)](https://hello.ekklesia360.com/blog/how-to-use-social-media-for-your-church) Every church wants to make an impact in the lives of their church members and in the community. The way churches go about tackling this task is vital to the success of any church. 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