Tune in to this week's Rockcast! Greg Reade from Christ Fellowship church in FL talks with Jon Edmiston and Emily Forman about how they use Rock RMS to enhance their ministry and effectively strategize for the digital age. Don't miss this insightful conversation on the intersection of technology and faith! Show Notes: Greg's church-Christ Fellowship: https://www.christfellowship.church/10th Ave North Band-https://www.tenthavenuenorth.com/ StoryBrand by Donald Miller- https://buildingastorybrand.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, we dive into the latest updates with the release of v17.5 Alpha as well as a view on extensibility. With RX25 just two weeks away, we cover everything you need to know—including how to get the mobile app and where to follow for exclusive behind-the-scenes content. Plus, we break down the upcoming donation increase for January 2026 and highlight what’s coming in the October Check-In and Lava classes. Don’t miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode takes you behind the scenes of what's happening in Rock, starting with a version update and a look at what’s coming in v17.3. The team explores integration best practices and systems thinking to help church digital teams work smarter and more effectively. You’ll also get a first look at RX25—registration is open, the schedule is live, and there’s plenty to get excited about! Plus, hear insights from the latest partner survey, a projected donation increase in 2026, and upcoming training opportunities, including new Lava and Check-In classes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode lays out the case for using volunteers on church digital teams, challenging the idea that paid staff should handle everything. The team unpacks why volunteers matter—from stewardship to discipleship—and offers practical tips for recruiting, training, and retaining them. Learn which roles work best, how to overcome common objections, and how to create a culture of trust and shared ownership. You’ll leave inspired to define one new volunteer role and start building your team with the people God’s already placed in your church. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode kicks off with a look at Rock RMS version 17.1 updates, including a fix for Insights reports and guidance on unknown marital statuses. The team also addresses and clears up rumors around vendor incentives. Then, John lays out your “Mission Possible” for the summer — with practical ideas to level up in SQL, Lava, UI styling, communication, learning management, and more. Discover how to grow, lead, and prepare for RX! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The latest Rock release is here – what does it mean for your instance? How can you customize Rock responsibly while leveraging SQL Server best practices? Explore insights from our RX25 discussion and discover key community announcements. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trinity Fellowship Church in Amarillo, TX has built a culture around technology—and even AI—to empower innovative and personalized ministry. Hear how Pastor Jimmy Witcher built this culture and where they are going next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Choosing the right services and products is critical in ministry. What questions should you ask? Plus, explore feedback from over 80 churches and various vendors in the 2025 Integrated Services Survey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jay Kranda from Saddleback Church is one of the world’s first online pastors. Join Jon and Emily as they dive into a can't-miss conversation with Jay about the history and future of digital ministry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, Jon, Emily, and Nick dive into the latest Rock updates, including v16 enhancements, v17 in beta and an exciting look at Chat coming soon. Plus, RX25 has been redesigned for all church leaders and submissions for Gold Circle Awards are coming very soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Two events in one. Game-changing insights. A stronger community. Plus, we’re very excited to announce that world-class speaker and New York Times best-selling author Dan Heath will be speaking on mastering the art of organizational change at RX25 Vision Day on Sept 23. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Data analytics is a growing focus in the Rock community! Nearly a year ago, we welcomed Alex Edmiston to the Spark team as our first Spark Analyst. Since then, he’s been exploring Rock community data and building a Topical Hub for churches to share insights. Tune in as we discuss what’s unfolding and what’s next! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Updates and features are coming quickly. Join Jon, Emily and Nick as they discuss what what is and is not included in Next-Gen Check-In as well as vision casting the future of AI and church ministry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Listen in as Lee Boone, Data Director at Biltmore Church in North Carolina, discusses how their team prepared for Hurricane Helene and navigated the influx of needs, resources, and volunteers during their relief efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In addition to the General Release of v16.7, Jon, Emily, and Nick discuss many of the tools the Rock Core Team is currently developing including the Learning Management System, Mobile Chat, and engagement tools to spur discipleship opportunities for church members. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rock’s very first Rock Lava Class wrapped up in November and many graduates are already putting their newfound ninja skills to work in inspiring ways. We couldn’t wait to invite a few of them back to share their stories—why they took the class and how they’re making a difference in their churches now.Curious about joining an upcoming Lava Class? Find out more and sign up at rockrms.com/rock-lava. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Before the year comes to a close, the Rock team has two gifts for the Rock community. (Did someone say embedded articles from The Bible Project?) Plan for what kind of warrior you are going to be in 2025 and hear more about the latest in the Rock community! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Calvary Chapel Chattanooga knew Rock was the solution to bring everything together under one powerful system, but the technical complexities felt overwhelming. Join us to learn how they did it—and how your church can, too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dive into how we can celebrate the amazing work taking place, along with some exciting updates you won’t want to miss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join Jon, Nick, and Emily as they discuss updates coming soon in Rock. Learn more about Rock'n Roadshows, as we hope to have many throughout the country with a brand new presentation. Also, hear about the new hires we have made over the last few months and the changes you can expect with them! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.