1. How To Communicate Clearly & Effectively
Large Group Session 2:2
How To Communicate Clearly & Effectively

2. Communication
Good communication is essential when two or more individuals or groups need to share information with one another.
5 W’s of Communication

3. WHO? With whom are we communicating?
Leaders
Participants (Members/Visitors)
Synod Office
Other Congregations
Community/Unchurched
Global Church
Chicago (ELCA headquarters)

4. WHAT? What is being communicated?
Necessary (Data)
Standard Information
Relational

5. WHEN? When to communicate the whats?
Timeliness matters
Varied formats
Repetition
Short and sweet

6. WHERE? Platforms Website Social Media Emails/Texts Worship Printed
Apps
Video

7. HOW? Tips Jesus Limit the quantity Edit down Job descriptions
Personality quizzes
Ask questions

8. WHY? Why does good communication matter?
It’s Biblical
It cultivates healthier relationships
Make room for the Holy Spirit!