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EP 328 - Questions - Laura Howe answers "How am I emotionally present for people, digitally?"

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Can you truly be emotionally present for someone in a digital space? Some say deep connections can only happen face-to-face but digital missionaries are proving otherwise. The online world isn’t just a content platform. It’s a mission field where people are seeking real relationships, support and hope.

Digital ministry isn’t just about engagement. It’s about presence. Too often, people hide behind content, missing the deeper connections that transform lives. But what if we could listen better? What if we could be emotionally available in digital spaces, creating environments where trust is built, healing happens and faith grows?

Mental health matters in digital ministry. Whether you're leading in VR, gaming, Discord or social platforms, emotional presence is key. Being there for someone digitally doesn’t mean just responding. It means listening, validating and walking alongside them. Because real discipleship requires real relationships no matter the platform.

The question isn’t whether deep relationships can happen digitally. They already are. The real question is, are we willing to step into those spaces and truly be present?

►► Join The Fam! ►►

Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

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Content provided by Jeff Reed. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Jeff Reed or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

Can you truly be emotionally present for someone in a digital space? Some say deep connections can only happen face-to-face but digital missionaries are proving otherwise. The online world isn’t just a content platform. It’s a mission field where people are seeking real relationships, support and hope.

Digital ministry isn’t just about engagement. It’s about presence. Too often, people hide behind content, missing the deeper connections that transform lives. But what if we could listen better? What if we could be emotionally available in digital spaces, creating environments where trust is built, healing happens and faith grows?

Mental health matters in digital ministry. Whether you're leading in VR, gaming, Discord or social platforms, emotional presence is key. Being there for someone digitally doesn’t mean just responding. It means listening, validating and walking alongside them. Because real discipleship requires real relationships no matter the platform.

The question isn’t whether deep relationships can happen digitally. They already are. The real question is, are we willing to step into those spaces and truly be present?

►► Join The Fam! ►►

Discord⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Whatsapp⁠ | ⁠Web⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠

  continue reading

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