Connected Faith Podcast
Connected Faith Podcast
Podcast Description
The "Connected Faith Podcast" premieres on April 14th. Listen to a quick thought from Bill Snider about how we can be "more" as a Church and as individuals online, capable of reaching into the lives of many. Get ready for a powerful podcast that will deliver not only quality ideas and Christian teachings, but also practical steps, tips, and tricks for conquering the digital age, multiplying the message of Christ, and teaching other Christian creatives to do the same! #connectedfaithpodcast #billsnider #laynemcdonald #apmedia #famemphis
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The podcast delves into topics centered around the intersection of faith and technology, highlighting the importance of the Church embracing digital tools for evangelism. For instance, the inaugural episode discusses why the Church must adopt digital outreach now, bringing in compelling examples such as the influence of smartphones as modern missionaries and the call for authenticity to engage Gen Z.
The “Connected Faith Podcast” premieres on April 14th. Listen to a quick thought from Bill Snider about how we can be “more” as a Church and as individuals online, capable of reaching into the lives of many. Get ready for a powerful podcast that will deliver not only quality ideas and Christian teachings, but also practical steps, tips, and tricks for conquering the digital age, multiplying the message of Christ, and teaching other Christian creatives to do the same! #connectedfaithpodcast #billsnider #laynemcdonald #apmedia #famemphis
Welcome to Connected Faith, a bold new podcast series from Asia Pacific Media, where modern ministry meets the digital frontier. In this powerful debut episode, host Bill Snider (Founder of Asia Pacific Media) and co-host Dr. Layne McDonald, a seasoned filmmaker, pastor, and media missionary based in Memphis, Tennessee, pull back the curtain on their lifelong journeys through faith, media, and global missions.
🔹 From working on feature films like The Passion of the Christ and The Dark Knight Rises to leading Christian radio networks and pioneering digital outreach in Asia, Bill and Dr. McDonald share vulnerable, heartfelt stories—offering listeners an intimate look at what media ministry really means in the 21st century.
🔹 Together, they answer the vital question: “Why should the global Church take digital tools seriously?” With powerful scripture, like the Great Commission and Paul’s call to become “all things to all people,” this episode paints a compelling picture of the Church as a sleeping giant—one that must awaken to the call of tech-enabled evangelism.
🔹 You’ll discover:
The origin story of Connected Faith
The dramatic impact of COVID-19 on digital church outreach
Why smartphones are the new missionary field
Gen Z’s hunger for authenticity—not polish
Why media is not just a tool, but a divine gift to reach souls
🎯 Faith leaders, media creatives, pastors, and digital missionaries—this one’s for you.
Whether you’re broadcasting from a megachurch or livestreaming from your living room, this conversation will challenge and inspire you to leverage every screen, every stream, and every story for the glory of Christ.
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