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Communications

The Office of Communications is responsible for diocesan communications, including the weekly {e}Connections diocesan newsletter and Connections Magazine. This page includes resources for parish communications.

Questions? Contact Julie Murray, Canon for Communications and Community Engagement, at communication@diosohio.org or 513.632.6011

Developing a Communications Plan

A communications plan is an outline to direct communication efforts for an organization. It helps an organization think strategically about communication goals through research, audiences, communication and evaluation.

Learn more about developing a parish communications plan.

Online Safety

The news is filled with stories of church parishioners being targeted to donate gift cards to someone they believe is their pastor. This is called “spear phishing.” There is no way to stop these scams from occurring, but the risks can be minimized by taking certain steps. Learn more.

Effective Photography in Congregations

Photographs can add interest and visual appeal to press releases and news stories as well as parish websites and social media feeds. Learn more.

Visit the diocesan photo albums on Flickr.

Writing an Effective Press Release

Press releases can be an effective and easy tool to communicate information regarding your church. Certain components are essential to successfully reach your audience. Learn more.

Working with Media

To increase the probability of getting your church’s information published, a solid relationship with the media is important. Learn more.

Additional Resources

  • Episcopal Communicators website and Facebook Group.
  • Contact Julie Murray, canon for communications and community engagement, with communications-related questions.

Contact Us

Julie Murray
Canon for Communications and Community Engagement
email
513.632.6011 (office)
513.266.8396 (mobile)