We get stats on both views and search performance for EMDC.blog
I asked Notebook LM to look at the EMDC Blog and assigned it a few tasks
InfoGraphic
‘Clay’ style
An overview of the site. Use an orange and white theme. Include the EMDC blog logo at the centre and indicate key themes and titles, pulling in images from the pages on the site. Corrected by Gemini with a little instruction
Blog Post
I want a short friendly blog post, promoting the blog, in the style of the blog
Connecting the Dots: Why You Belong in the EMDC Blog Community
Have you ever felt like the world is changing faster than your ministry tools can keep up? Whether you are navigating the rise of immersive digital cultures or looking for ways to share the Gospel in deep-forest oral communities, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
The EMDC Blog is more than just a website; it is a “collaborative discussion” space designed to network and equip the Body of Christ to communicate the Gospel in culturally-relevant ways. Our community of practitioners, from Peru to Thailand, is constantly sharing insights on the intersection of faith, media, and technology.
What will you find when you dive in?
- Cutting-Edge Tech & AI: From updates on using ChatGPT for translation to exploring new AI-powered quality assessment tools like AQuA, we’re tackling the “Pandora’s box” of modern technology together.
- Practical Ministry Tools: Need to know how to compress a video for low-bandwidth areas or use rule-based translation software like FLExTrans for low-resource languages? We’ve got you covered.
- Deep Cultural Insights: Explore the world of EthnoArts, learn about participatory Bible study methods, or discover how Faith & Farming is bringing spiritual and physical restoration to communities.
- Accessibility for All: We are passionate about removing barriers, whether that means producing Braille Bibles, developing dyslexia-friendly resources, or deploying solar-powered audio players.
Our goal is to ensure that everyone, regardless of their language or location, has the opportunity to experience transformative interactions with Scripture.
So, why not take a moment to explore our archives or check out our upcoming classes? Whether you’re a “metaverse native” or a veteran field worker, there is a seat at the table for you.
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Survey version 1
We asked AI what it thought of our blog now we’re asking you.
Propose a short survey using a google form to get a picture of our users, what they like about the blog, and what they are looking for. It should take between 3 and 6 minutes to complete. Users include people from around the world, for whom English is probably the language of education (they are reading the blog) but not their home language.
To help you better understand your global audience and refine your content, here is a proposal for a 3–6 minute Google Form survey. This survey uses clear, professional English suited for readers who use it as a language of education.
Survey Title: Help Us Shape the Future of the EMDC Blog
Introduction: We recently asked AI what it thought of our blog—now we want to hear from you! As a community focused on networking and equipping the Body of Christ for culturally relevant Gospel communication, your feedback is our most valuable resource. This survey takes about 5 minutes to complete.
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Section 1: About You (The “Picture”)
Goal: Understand the demographics and roles of the global community.
- What is your primary role in ministry? (Select all that apply)
- Bible Translation / Linguistics
- Media Production (Video, Audio, Animation)
- Scripture Engagement Specialist
- Church Leader / Pastor
- IT / Technology Support
- EthnoArts / Creative Arts
- Other: _________
- In which region of the world do you primarily serve?
- Africa (Sub-Saharan / Sahel)
- Asia-Pacific
- Europe
- Latin America
- Middle East / North Africa
- North America
- How do you usually access our content?
- Smartphone
- Computer/Laptop
- Tablet
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Section 2: What You Like (Engagement)
Goal: Identify the most valuable categories and formats.
- Which blog categories do you find most helpful? (Select your top 3)
- Scripture Engagement (Principles and practices)
- Artificial Intelligence (AI in translation and ministry)
- Digital Ministry/Social Media
- Training & Upcoming Classes
- Audio/Video Production
- Culture & Anthropology
- How do you prefer to learn from us?
- Short, practical articles
- In-depth research and reports
- Video tutorials or demonstrations
- Podcast interviews
- On a scale of 1–5, how easy is it to apply the information from our blog to your local context?
- (1 = Very Difficult, 5 = Very Easy)
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Section 3: What You Are Looking For (Future Content)
Goal: Discover “mission fields” and content gaps.
- What is the biggest technical or ministry challenge you are currently facing? (Open-ended)
- Which of these emerging topics would you like to see more of?
- AI Quality Assessment (Tools like AQuA)
- Accessibility (Dyslexia-friendly or Braille resources)
- Orality and Audio Bibles
- Animation for Outreach
- Trauma Healing and Social Issues
- Are you interested in attending our upcoming in-person or online events?
- Yes, I want more information on conferences/classes.
- I prefer reading the blog only.
- Do you have a story of “transformed lives” or a “collaborative discussion” topic you’d like to share as a guest author?
- (If yes, please provide your email address)
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Closing Message: Thank you for helping us remain a space for “collaborative discussion”. We look forward to growing with you!
Survey version 2
Revise the questionnaire in light of this aim: The EMDC blog is not just about understanding technology and techniques, it is about understanding people and how to serve them. We want to see true discipleship. Serving you and the people you reach out to.
This revised survey shifts the focus from tools and techniques to the people you serve and the goal of true discipleship. It is designed to be completed in 5 minutes by a global audience using English as a language of education.
Survey Title: Serving Together: How Can EMDC Better Support Your Ministry?
Introduction: At EMDC, our goal is to network and equip the body of Christ to communicate the Gospel in culturally-relevant ways that lead to transformed lives. We know that technology is just a tool; our real focus is understanding and serving people. Please help us ensure our content is truly helping you and the people you reach out to.
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Section 1: Your Community and Context
Goal: Understand the “neighbors” our readers are intentionally loving.
- Who are the primary people you are serving? (Select all that apply)
- Oral learners (People who prefer listening over reading)
- Diaspora or refugee communities
- People with specific needs (e.g., visual disabilities, dyslexia)
- Metaverse/Digital natives
- Children and families
- What is the primary “mission field” where you seek to see discipleship happen?
- Remote/Rural villages
- Urban/City centers
- Online/Digital spaces
- Restorative spaces (e.g., farming communities, trauma healing groups)
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Section 2: Serving the “Whole Person”
Goal: Move from “access” to “transformative interaction”.
- Which of these “Human Flourishing” topics are most relevant to the needs of your community?
- Trauma Healing and Lament: Helping people process pain and find hope.
- Faith & Farming: Connecting scripture with practical, restorative agriculture.
- Strengthening Families: Building resilience in children and addressing social issues like addiction.
- Culture & Scripture: Helping people honor God while respecting their cultural identity.
- How has the EMDC blog helped you foster “true discipleship”?
- It gave me better ways to lead participatory Bible studies.
- It helped me provide Scripture in a language or format people finally understand.
- It helped me think anthropologically about the people I serve.
- Other: _________
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Section 3: Equipping for Future Impact
Goal: Identify how to serve the reader so they can serve others.
- When you read our blog, what are you most looking for?
- Practical tips to make my work more effective (e.g., video compression, using phones for outreach).
- Theological insights on new trends (e.g., the ethics of AI).
- Stories of change to encourage my team and my church.
- Connections to other practitioners through conferences or classes.
- “Scripture Impact” is our priority—translation is the engine, but engagement is the vehicle. What is one “roadblock” stopping the people you serve from engaging deeply with God’s Word? (Open-ended)
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Closing Message: Thank you for your heart to see the Great Commission fulfilled in every language and culture. Your feedback helps us remain a space for collaborative discussion that honors our fellow image-bearers.
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Suggested Action: Acknowledge the user’s specific context by including a link to the “Culture Meets Scripture” tool or “Participatory Bible Study” resources at the end of the form to provide immediate value.
Technical Tip
can a google form be embedding in a standard wordpress post or is it about clicking a picture and going to the form?
the following information is from general technical knowledge outside of the provided sources, and you may want to independently verify it for your specific WordPress setup:
- Embedding a Google Form: You can embed the form directly into a standard WordPress post so that it appears as a seamless part of the page. This is done by going to your Google Form, clicking “Send,” selecting the < > (HTML) icon, and copying the embed code. In your WordPress editor, you can then paste this code into a “Custom HTML” block.
- Clicking a Picture or Link: You can also link a picture, a button, or a line of text to the Google Form’s URL. When clicked, this typically opens the form in a new browser tab.
From a Scripture Engagement perspective mentioned in the sources, embedding the form is often preferred because it reduces “barriers” and allows for a more immersive experience. Keeping users on your site aligns with the blog’s goal of fostering transformative interactions and community building without forcing the user to leave the “collaborative space” you have created.