The Church Digital Podcast marks its 365th episode with an inside look at the European Digital Missionary Conference. Jeff Reed and Simon Dirks share how Europe is being reframed from post-Christian to pre-revival. From church planting networks to diaspora communities and growing digital ministries, God is writing a new story of faith, unity, and mission.Jeff and Simon highlight voices like Jim Memory of Lausanne Europe who invites us to see hope where many expect decline. Other leaders explore AI for missions, Gen Z discipleship, and practical digital evangelism. We hear about hip-hop ministries in Finland, gaming communities in Germany, and creative outreach across languages and cultures.You will be encouraged to see how digital innovation can serve spiritual formation. Prayer fuels creativity, and the Holy Spirit is leading digital missionaries in fresh and unexpected ways. This episode offers tools, frameworks, and real examples you can adapt in your own context.Watch the full episode to discover what God is doing across Europe and how you can join this digital awakening. Whether you are a church leader, a creator, or an everyday believer, this conversation will expand your vision for mission in a connected world and help you take your next faithful step.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #EuropeanRevival #EuropeanDigitalMissionarySummit

In this episode, Jeff gives us a raw, behind-the-scenes look at what’s coming up, why Europe’s post-Christian culture makes digital ministry so important, and what you can expect from this global gathering. Cathedrals might be museums today, but the Gospel is alive online. And digital missionaries are stepping in where traditional methods no longer reach.Jeff also shares some real talk about the recently concluded Control+Alt+Recover Summit. This is a Christ-centered recovery event packed with powerful testimonies, hard conversations, and yes, some major tech glitches that kept people locked out. But instead of hiding it, we’re leaning in. The plan? Rebroadcast the whole thing so everyone can see what God was doing. Honest, vulnerable stories like these matter, especially for leaders and churches learning how to embrace transparency and build a true culture of recovery.So what’s in it for you? You’ll get a sneak peek at the European Summit topics: AI in missions, Gen Z creators, gaming ministry, and hip-hop communities. You’ll also hear how this conference is different: it’s interactive, with open tables, Q&A with speakers, and even live translation in 10 languages. The takeaway is simple: don’t just watch… ENGAGE! This is about finding your tribe, learning what works, and taking real steps in digital evangelism and discipleship.If you’ve been wondering how to reach people in a post-Christian world, or how to lead well as a digital missionary, this video is for you. Watch now, invite a friend, and discover how God is using digital strategies to spread the Gospel across Europe and beyond.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #GlobalMissionsOnline #EuropeanDigitalMissionarySummit

In this episode, Jeff Reed reflects on the CTRL+ALT+Recover Digital Missionary Summit and the powerful moments that unfolded. From unexpected tech challenges to raw, honest testimonies, the event highlighted the importance of vulnerability and recovery in ministry. Stories like Sepi’s reminded us that brokenness is never the end of the story—God rebuilds us in new ways to be used for His greater purpose.

Alongside Jeff, voices like Stacy and Conrad Cooper shared deep insights about Christ-centered recovery, the challenges pastors face, and the urgent need for the church to address hidden struggles like pornography, burnout, and addiction. The conversation revealed how the church has often silenced these realities, leaving many leaders isolated and weary. It also pointed to a hopeful way forward: cultivating a culture of recovery rooted in grace, honesty, and community.

From this video, you’ll walk away with a fresh understanding of how digital missionaries can embrace vulnerability to connect with people online, how recovery is not just for individuals but for the entire church, and why admitting our struggles is the first step toward healing. You’ll also discover how ministries like Project Exodus are equipping churches worldwide to create sustainable recovery programs that bring lasting transformation.

If you care about building an authentic church, supporting healthy leaders, and stepping into God’s vision for digital evangelism, this video is for you. Watch now and be challenged to let God use your story of brokenness and restoration to reach others for Christ.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #CTRL+ALT+Recover #MinistryBurnout

Jeff Reed recaps a full week: consulting with a small Presbyterian church, highlights from the Digital Neighborhoods conference, and the heart behind CTRL+ALT+Recover. He shares a wild moment—a real phone conversation with an AI agent—and how tools like live translation and platform chat will serve upcoming events. You’ll also hear quick updates on the European Digital Missionary Summit (Oct 1) and the Gaming Summit (Oct 8).The core message: digital ministry happens on addictive platforms among people (and leaders) prone to burnout. Jeff gets honest about being physically broken, emotionally fried, and spiritually empty in 2023—and how God met him there. From the Beatitudes to vulnerability online, he shows why transparency attracts and how shining God’s light on our own lives is the starting point for real digital evangelism and discipleship.What you’ll learn: why recovery matters for digital ministers, how to practice honesty online without oversharing, and ways your team can use conferences, sponsors’ tools, and community tables to grow. You’ll take away practical steps to fight burnout, lead with gospel-centered transparency, and engage people across digital neighborhoods, the metaverse, and gaming spaces.If you’re interested in digital evangelism, church online, or healthy leaders who last, watch this. Get a sneak peek at speakers, tools, and how to connect. Then register for the conferences and invite your team—because God is opening doors for recovery, discipleship, and mission in digital spaces like never before.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #CTRL+ALT+Recover #RecoveryInMinistry

The Digital Missionary Conference was more than just an event—it was a movement. Jeff Reed unpacks how God orchestrated the Digital Neighborhood Summit, weaving together voices from around the world to reveal a unified vision for digital missions. From keynotes to breakouts, every piece connected in ways that no one planned except by the Spirit of Jesus Himself.In this episode, Jeff reflects on how the church is entering a catalytic moment. Leaders across nations are waking up to the reality that digital evangelism, digital discipleship, and digital church planting are not side projects but vital tools for the Kingdom. The stories shared from Africa, Europe, and beyond reveal a powerful truth: God is using digital missionaries to multiply His church in fresh, unexpected ways.As you watch, you’ll discover practical insights about gospel conversations, digital neighborhoods, collaboration, and the role of technology in global evangelism. You’ll also be challenged to rethink what it means to be a good neighbor online and how to bring the Good News of Jesus into digital spaces where people are already gathering daily.If you’ve ever wondered how God can use you in the digital age, this is a conversation you can’t miss. Join us as we explore gospel fluency, evangelism, and the future of church online. Watch now and see how you can be part of this Kingdom movement.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoodSummit #DigitalEvangelism #DigitalMissionaryConference

The Church Digital is mobilizing a new wave of digital missionaries. In this stream, Jeff shares why our upcoming Digital Missionary Conferences matter—from Digital Neighborhoods to Christ-Centered Recovery, European Summit, and Gaming. You’ll hear how platforms function like unique “neighborhoods,” why culture-aware evangelization matters, and how global partners are rallying to equip the Church online.This isn’t a passive webinar. It’s an interactive experience designed for engagement—keynotes, breakouts, live tables, prayer, and real conversations. Jeff previews the flow, the reception hub, scheduling tools, and how attendees can connect with peers and sponsors to discover tools for discipleship, outreach, and church planting in digital and virtual spaces.You’ll learn practical ways to invite and multiply: bring a “Timothy,” find a mentor, enlist prayer and financial support, and let the conference help explain digital mission to those who don’t yet “get it.” Expect insights on cross-cultural communication online, audience mapping, micro-church networks, AI for discipleship, and more—plus a clear path to get involved right away.If you’re ready to move from consuming content to living on a mission, watch this video. Then register for the conferences and invite two or three people to join you. Let’s engage the digital neighborhoods together and see how God moves when the Church shows up online with clarity, courage, and community.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoods #ChurchOnline #DigitalMissionaryConference

Jeff opens with a candid update from The Church Digital: after 300+ episodes, the podcast will transition in 2026 into a streaming network that elevates new voices. He teases a powerful lineup with Ann Bosarge and Dr. John Harris and shares why this shift matters for digital ministry and the church’s future online.You’ll also get a first-look walkthrough of the event platform for the Digital Missionary Summit Series—complete with profiles, main sessions, 16+ breakouts, sponsor hubs, and live “table” conversations. Jeff previews the four conferences: Digital Neighborhoods, Control•Alt•Recover, the European Digital Missionary Summit (short TED-style talks), and a Gaming & VR focus—plus how partners and sponsors are rallying behind digital evangelization.What you’ll learn: how to engage (not just consume) in online events, why building your profile and showing up matters, and how soul care and recovery intersect with ministry in digital spaces. Expect practical ideas on AI, VR, microchurch networks, APEST, Google Ads, and audience mapping—along with a global view of what’s working in Europe so we can prepare wisely here.Watch this stream to see the platform in action, grab shareable media kits, and invite a friend or leader who needs vision for digital discipleship. If you care about reaching people online for Jesus and strengthening the church’s witness, this is your on-ramp—join us and be part of what God is doing.Visit our website: https://www.thechurch.digital/Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethechurchdigitalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethechurchdigital/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethechurchdigitalLearn more from us at https://www.thechurch.digital/the-movement#DigitalNeighborhoods #ChurchOnline #DigitalEvangelism