Video Interview – Phil Bowdle on Church Communication Challenges

Phil Bowdle – Communications Director

Phil is the Communications Director at West Ridge Church in Atlanta, GA.  He is passionate about creating high-impact experiences through communications that lead people to Jesus Christ.

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Video Notes -

Question - What is the greatest challenge you face as a church communications leader?

• The ability to find clarity and simplicity in the chaos.  Repeat messages.  
• Identifying the “barriers” keeping people from connecting with church, events and ministries.

Question - How do you manage the daily madness of church communications?

• Create a great systems for staff to use in submitting information.  
• Link on website to submit project requests.
• Develop one way to gather project information.

Question - What ways do you “lead up” to other senior leaders?

• Remove the attitude of “entitlement”.  
• Be humble and learn from senior leaders.
• Present solutions to problems.

Question - What one piece of advice would you give a church communications leader?

• Removing the clutter of communications and clearly communicate the story of your church.  
• Be active in finding and sharing stories.