Big Picture Communications Planning: A low-stress guide to planning a 12-month content calendar
Is your creative flow backed up by the daily grind of responding to time-sensitive (or last-minute) requests? Do you wish you had more time to develop and implement a themed content strategy that aligns with the faithful work of the church?
Together we will explore how to create systems that organize all the “little things” along with building an annual content calendar and designing spiritually themed campaigns that will engage and uplift your online communities. This lab-intensive is designed for big thinkers with limited time. We’ll dive into strategies rooted in neuroscience to effectively craft high-quality social media and communications content efficiently while utilizing time-saving bulk design, scheduling, and batching techniques.
Together, we will also get creative – applying our systems to build campaigns for upcoming liturgical seasons.
Finally, we’ll also lean into an abundance mindset – exploring how to leverage expertise in our network to co-create resources.

Lindsey Nickel
Lindsey Nickel is the Director of Communications for the Diocese of Southwest Florida. Celebrating 20 years in communications. she is grateful for the incredible opportunities God has shared with her through her work. Her communications roles have allowed her to manage creative teams for some of the nation's biggest brands, and oversee a variety of disciplines variety of disciplines including advertising, branding, multi-media production, digital content, and public relations.

Mary Grace Puszka
Mary Grace Puszka (MG) is the Communications Manager at Episcopal Divinity School and is a strategic communications expert specializing in digital communications and social media. With over seven years of experience managing both traditional and digital communications for faith-inspired nonprofits, she merges creative storytelling, data analytics, emerging trends, and science-backed protocols to amplify organizational impact.

MG previously served as Communications Manager for Episcopal Ministries of Long Island and supported the Office of Communication Ministry in the Episcopal Diocese of Long Island. She consults with Red Letter Christians, a national movement at the intersection of Jesus and justice. She also joyfully chairs the Episcopal Communicators Polly Bond Committee. MG holds a B.A. in Political Science and Religious Studies from Stonehill College.

From training teams, developing campaigns, and executing wide-scale communication and development plans, MG's expertise and passion lies in developing and implementing efficient systems in spirit-filled organizations to bring forth Christ's Kingdom of justice and love - right here and right now. 

Light, Lens, and Story: A Photography Workshop for Church Communicators

Unlock the power of photography to tell your organization’s story with confidence and creativity! Join professional photographer Chris Martin for a dynamic, hands-on workshop designed specifically for church communicators. From mastering the fundamentals of lighting and composition to learning how to pose groups for portraits and perfect your photos in Adobe Lightroom, this workshop will equip you with practical skills you can use immediately. Explore the art of storytelling during an outdoor photo tour, practice directing people for stunning portraits, and dive into editing techniques to make your images shine. 

Plus, discover the latest in photography innovation with a special presentation on Adobe AI tools by EC member Jason Franklin. Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this workshop is your opportunity to elevate your visual storytelling. Bring your camera (DSLR or smartphone) and get ready to create impactful images!

Chris Martin
Chris Martin, founder of Chris James Media, brings a wealth of experience in photography, video, and creative design. His work spans collaborations with artists like Charlie XCX, large corporate and fitness brands, universities, churches, non-profits, and numerous families and individuals. A graduate of UCLA with a degree in Global Studies, Chris honed his craft at the acclaimed Santa Monica College Photography Department. His passion lies in helping others tell compelling stories through the lens.

Content creation using AI tools
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