This site is for leaders trying to build digital communities.
The Editor:
Rev. Ryan Dunn (he/him) serves as the Minister of Online Engagement for United Methodist Communications. In this role, he seeks to connect with spiritual seekers, build a relationship, and guide them towards a local faith community. He manages the Rethink Church brand on social media and hosts the Compass Podcast–a podcast for disrupting our days with experiences of the Divine.
In 2021, Ryan launched the Pastoring in the Digital Parish podcast in response to a call for resourcing and equipping ministers who felt under-prepared for working in a digital-first culture. On the podcast, Ryan speaks with conveners of digital communities and other practitioners in the digital ministry field. Some great episodes from season one include:
- Becoming a Microfamous minister with Matt Johnson
- Content that connects with Jim Keat
- Engaging Facebook groups with Dana Malstaff
Ryan is an ordained deacon in the United Methodist Church with a BA in English from the University of Iowa and a MA in Christian Practice from Duke Divinity School. Prior to serving with United Methodist Communications, he served as a long-time youth and young adults minister as well as holding jobs in radio production, community relations, and internet marketing.
Ryan would love to help your ministry build community in digital space. Use the contact page to send some questions–it will help guide the content of this site. You can also contact Ryan there to explore his involvement in training sessions, seminars, or consulting.