Zoom groups cannot offer 24/7 contact with a community of faith, but Facebook groups can! Once your group has some active members, even if no one is active on Facebook at a given time, there are still always posts to read, and someone will likely be scrolling through the page shortly who is ready to offer support. The pandemic and political polarization have contributed to much societal anxiety, and people need a place to connect with other believers anytime, day or night. They may be ready to connect with you more or begin the discipleship process. Many people who watch your worship service online are shut-in and alone. A Facebook Group should not replace your church's public page it attracts and invites interested visitors to your church. You will need to set the privacy accordingly based on the nature of your group. A group may also be an open forum for members to share thoughts, concerns or experiences. You can host a Facebook Live session for Bible studies, devotions, live music, prayer meetings and fellowship within the group.
A Facebook Group is a virtual meeting place similar to a meeting in your fellowship hall that allows like-minded people to gather in a safe space. Groups offer privacy settings to allow members to speak openly about sensitive issues. A Facebook page is a public profile that most churches have for communicating information to the community. What are Facebook Groups?įacebook Groups are different from the public Facebook page. With demands of ministering to both an online community and congregations meeting in-person, Facebook Groups can foster connections with less effort and allow its members to minister to each other. Many churches have used video conferencing such as Zoom to facilitate meetings however, people are getting tired of Zoom. With many social media platforms to choose from, it can be overwhelming to decide which one will best suit your small group's needs. This article offers the fundamentals of setting up and operating small groups on Facebook.
In these challenging times, small groups are a viable path to ministerial engagement.
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