What’s Cool: Twitter is one of the most buzzed about social networking tools both inside and outside the church world. Though Twitter’s user base is miniscule compared to that of Facebook and MySpace, more and more individuals and organizations are launching Twitter profiles every day. For churches interested in finding out what value Twitter offers them, respected church technology consultant Anthony Coppedge has released a new e-book, The Reason Your Church Must Twitter. Available to download for just $5, Coppedge’s book is well worth the price of admission.
Coppedge’s clear writing style and practical approach make The Reason Your Church Must Twitter an easy read, even if you don’t know the first thing about social networking. The first chapter, “Setting Up Twitter in One Minute or Less,” starts exactly where it should—at the beginning. Coppedge walks newbies through setting up a Twitter account using step-by-step instructions and helpful screenshots. With Coppedge’s help, you’ll be a Twitter expert in no time at all.
For those who’re already tweeting, Coppedge invites you to skip ahead to Chapter Four, “Twitter as a Megaphone.” It’s here that he begins teaching his readers about how to leverage Twitter effectively as an individual or an organization. Coppedge discusses different methods of using Twitter and helps you choose the Twitter mindset that’s right for you.
By the time you reach the end of the e-book, a clear understanding of what Twitter is and how it can benefit you and your ministry will emerge. You’ll be ready to dive into the Twitterverse with a sense of purpose.
What’s Not: Sure, insisting that your church “must” use Twitter is a bit of an overstatement. If, after some consideration, you decide your church isn’t ready to join Twitter, everything will be OK. A more accurate title might’ve been, The Reason Your Church Must Think About Using Twitter to Assist You with Your Communication Needs, but we realize that’s not very snappy or marketable.
The Bottom Line: Invest a $5 bill in this helpful e-book if you have any questions about using Twitter or using Twitter more effectively. It’s a small price to pay for learning how to maximize a free communication tool for yourself or your organization.
Official Website:
www.twitterforchurches.com
Our Rating:
