As churches seek to adjust to our changing world, written and electronic communications are only becoming more important. That monthly mailed newsletter might be the only connection some people have to their church community. It is precious and unique, a true blessing in the mailbox! On the other hand, emailed newsletters can easily get lost in the inbox overwhelm. Learn how to make sure your communication tell your story and God’s story within your church community.
Resources for this webinar: Newsletters That Tell Your Story

The Rev. Jo Nygard Owens joined the Cathedral as Pastor for Digital Ministry in October 2023. In this newly created position, Rev. Owens will serve those who worship digitally at Washington National Cathedral by extending the mission and ministry of the Cathedral into the digital space.

Prior to joining the Cathedral staff, Jo founded Vibrant Church Communications, where she created resources for churches across denominations and around the world. She served as associate pastor at Guilford Park Presbyterian Church and Hudson Memorial Presbyterian Church. Owens also served as Communications Coordinator at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Greensboro.

Owens was ordained in the Presbyterian Church (USA) in 2007. She received a Bachelor of Arts with a media focus from the University of Georgia (2003), and a Master of Divinity from Columbia Theological Seminary (2006). Jo’s husband, the Rev. Bernard J. Owens, is the dean of Trinity Cathedral in Cleveland, Ohio. They live in Cleveland with their two school-aged children.