9 Churches You Should Follow on Instagram

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Instagram is the future of social media. If you’re church isn’t using Instagram, there’s still time to get started! Churches are creating awesome content and using intentional strategies to get new people through their doors every week.

Here are some of mine and our group‘s favorite churches to follow.

City Hope Church

I love City Hope Church because of their feed always feel “in the moment”.

“Growth is not a personal project, it is a community project.” – Pastor Trey Taylor⠀ ⠀ //⠀ ⠀ Groups are families to belong to and communities to grow in, and there’s one just for YOU. Explore the many different Groups being offered this coming semester and make the plunge to join one! 👉LINK IN BIO.👈 #CityHopeGROUPS
A post shared by City Hope Church (@cityhopelive) on Jan 29, 2018 at 2:36pm PST

Elevation Church

First off, Elevation Church is 🔥. We love having them in our group and the insight they bring to our table is incredible. Shout to the three lovely ladies keeping things going! Check out their live video when they explained how they run Elevation’s social media (you’ll have to be in the group to watch!).

“When my wife Ashley and I first came to Elevation, I’d never been to church before. I wasn’t opposed to Christianity, I just didn’t understand it. I wasn’t familiar with basic stories or concepts that seemed second nature to everyone else. At Elevation, I quickly realized that I didn’t have to be self-conscious about my lack of knowledge. Pastor Steven broke down verses and applied them to everyday life in ways that I could relate. I was instantly put at ease. As we continued coming, I began to learn more about what it means to follow Christ, until one Sunday, I knew that this was a commitment I wanted to make for myself. That day, I raised my hand and decided to give my life to Jesus. Ashley and I recently joined a married couples eGroup at Elevation Lake Norman. I strive to become a better man, husband, and father, and connecting with these new friends has helped me grow on that journey. As I lead my family into this new year, I want to start off with a statement of faith. Today I’m glad to publicly declare my faith in Jesus Christ.” Travis, Elevation Lake Norman #RaisedToLife
A post shared by Elevation Church (@elevationchurch) on Jan 17, 2018 at 7:45pm PST

Vous Church

At #vouskids you can be certain your little ones are off to a great start. From worship to kids crew we have an amazing day planned for them. Bring them on over!
A post shared by VOUS Church (@vouschurch) on Jan 21, 2018 at 6:01am PST

Zoe Church LA

“We forgive quickly and often!” -Pastor @chadcveach The call of God on our lives PUSHES us to move FORWARD as we forgive others!
A post shared by Zoe Church LA (@zoechurchla) on Jan 28, 2018 at 10:01pm PST

Mosaic LA

I like Mosaic because it’s a lot different than my church so it’s cool to see the differences and get inspiration for different things they are doing.
-Bradley Hodges

Comment below if you were a part of yesterday!👇🏽So many lives CHANGED! ——— We are so grateful to have leaders that continually call us to more and encourage us to step into a life built on character rather than talent! If you have yet to hear Pastor @erwinmcmanus’ latest talk, “Expand Your Capacity,” head on over to our YouTube channel now! ——— #Mosaic #LoveBuiltThis
A post shared by MOSAIC (@mosaic) on Jan 29, 2018 at 4:23pm PST

Auburn Community Church

Community is not supplemental, community should be in the center of our lives!! — We love our mornings with our ACC family, but what we love the most is doing life in community! If you missed this morning, make sure you come to the 5PM! — COMMUNITY GROUPS ARE LIVE! Go sign up on our website, link in bio!!
A post shared by Auburn Community Church (@auburncommunitychurch) on Jan 14, 2018 at 10:43am PST

Cross Point Church

I think Crosspoint does a great job at engaging followers with their content by asking a lot of questions, etc. they also both utilize Stories very well.
– Bradley Hodges

Baylee wasn’t planning on being baptized this morning, but when she walked through the doors, something in her shifted. She realized this was her moment to make her faith public. We’re so proud of Baylee & many others making this courageous decision today. #baptismsunday #cpbaptism #crosspointtv
A post shared by Cross Point Church (@crosspoint_tv) on Jan 28, 2018 at 10:11am PST

Kingdom City Singapore

I love how they tell stories. They’re simple and easy to follow. They create amazing and fun stories as well.

“I am believing for God’s overflow in every aspect of my life, and for my whole family to come to know Christ.” – Denise – We asked some people what an Open Heaven looks like in their life in 2018 and we stand in faith that breakthrough is on the way!
A post shared by Kingdomcity Singapore (@kingdomcitysg) on Jan 22, 2018 at 7:03pm PST

Gwinnett Church

I appreciate the story behind their #ForGwinnett hashtag. I know they’ve been interactive. I also enjoy the beautiful photography and the way they use so many shots of people.
-Neal Fischer

#tbt Three for three years in our home here at Sugar Hill. We opened up on January 25, 2015. Three amazing years! 🖤🖤🖤
A post shared by Gwinnett Church (@gwinnettchurch) on Jan 25, 2018 at 11:07am PST

Who Wrote this?

Katie Allred

Katie Allred is an assistant professor of software development and marketing at the University of Mobile. She co-founded ChurchCommunications.com and manages the Church Communications Facebook Group that serves as a resource on marketing and communication strategies for over 23,000 church leaders. Additionally, Katie has previously consulted with Facebook on their Groups product. She is a speaker and blogs at KatieAllred.com. You can reach her via Twitter @katiejallred or by emailing katie@churchcommunications.com.

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