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Perhaps you've heard that the person with an average reading speed can read through the Bible in a year by devoting less than 12 minutes a day. This sounds appealing, and there are certainly benefits to reading through the Bible in a year, but not everyone reads the Bible at the same pace.

Churches use many apps for presenting media, tracking membership, helping with budgets, and even updating their websites. Some churches also offer a church app primarily for people who attend their church. They contract with a church app provider to make an app that is branded for their church and focused on the needs of people in the pews.

It's hard to believe that YouVersion is celebrating its 10th anniversary, yet at the same time, most of us can't imagine life before this revolutionary Bible app. Whether connecting with scripture through audio in the car, doing a Bible study with your kids, or sharing your Sunday service bulletin, the YouVersion Bible app has certainly changed the world for the better.

Have you taken stock of how secure your church is from theft or violence due to unauthorized access to your building? It is of paramount importance that your members and staff are safe when they come to church. When members and their families are worshiping they should be and feel comfortable that the church premises is secure.

There’s no doubt that texting is the most direct way to make contact with people today. Texting, by nature, is also a more intimate form of communication, more personal than email. This might be the reason texting can be extremely effective for churches.

The classic hymns have a unique place in the modern church. Amidst the plethora of contemporary worship songs, these classic hymns can provide a bridge between the new and the old. They can bring a depth of theology to the younger generations and a familiar connection for the older generations. A unique blend of tradition and progression.

If you want to do Bible study on the go or on your computer, we've got the top 10 best Bible study apps available today. This round-up of apps work on iPhone, iPad, Android, and in some cases the Kindle Fire.

Faithlife, the maker of Logos Bible Software and many other technological solutions for Christian churches, has made its foray into feature-length films with its first documentary on Biblical accuracy called, "Fragments of Truth."