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Screens and Sanctuaries: Faithfully Blending Digital and In-Person Ministry Approaches

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State of the Church research identifies ways church leaders and attendees think about and prefer to use digital tools in the crest of the AI movement

BOULDER, Colo., Jan. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Gloo and Barna Group have released the latest research for State of the Church, an initiative that includes monthly research and church assessment tools to help leaders see ecosystem trends and better understand the sentiments of their communities.

This month’s research focused on trends in church technology and revealed key insights on how both church leaders and attendees think about and engage digital tools for ministry and personal development. Themes include:

Congregants’ hopes for use of digital tools by church leadersChurchgoers’ desire to hear from pastors on the topic of artificial intelligenceGen Z’s views of digital tools and relationshipsPerceptions of AI’s credibility as a source for spiritual knowledgePastors’ use of tech in ministry development

“The rapid development and expansive availability of digital tools can make it overwhelming for leaders to know which tools they can trust to best support their ministry,” said Brad Hill, chief solutions officer at Gloo. “At Gloo, we are committed to helping leaders, through efforts like State of the Church research and church health tools, so they can make more informed decisions and, ultimately, amplify their missional impact.”

Key highlights:

Forty-three percent of Christians and churchgoers say that they want to hear from their pastor about how to use AI wisely.A majority of U.S. adults, including Christians, say that churches could benefit from doing more with technology, such as using tech for online giving and donations (75%), creating a digital resource hub (74%), and using digital communications strategies (68%).While digital resources are ubiquitous, the majority of pastors lean more on scripture (85%), peer insights (79%), and books / printed resources (79%) versus learning from the internet to help inform their ministry leadership.Being part of a faith community may reinforce the importance of in-person relationships, even for young people. Seven in 10 practicing Christian Gen Z (70%) strongly agree that in-person relationships are more valuable than digital relationships.Christian Gen Z have a conflicted response to AI. Though they are more likely than other generations to be using AI, they are torn on whether AI is useful in building community (17%) or hurting community (15%).

“Many church leaders may not realize how much their people welcome digital tools, especially when used thoughtfully in ministry,” said David Kinnaman, CEO of Barna Group. “Every ministry will find its own way of blending in-person connection with digital tools, but it’s worth exploring. The right tools can help leaders share timeless truths in powerful ways, meeting people right where they are.”

The State of the Church initiative helps leaders see trends through research, but church leaders around the country are using their Church Health dashboard to get a more personalized view of the health of their people and their organization. Additional research trends are scheduled to be released by Barna and Gloo in February.

The detailed findings of this month’s release are available on Barna Access Plus, Barna’s all-in-one research library. Leaders can learn more about the largest initiative for the Church at stateofthechurch.com.

Gloo is the technology platform connecting the Christian faith ecosystem. Gloo connects ministry leaders to resources, people, insights and funding so their people and communities flourish and their organizations thrive. Gloo enables trusted exchange between organizations and people, so they can collaborate with greater confidence. Gloo serves over 80,000 churches and over 1,000 resource partners. Gloo is based in Boulder, Colorado.

Barna Group is a leading research organization focused on the intersection of faith and culture. Since 1984, Barna has conducted more than two million interviews over the course of thousands of studies and has become a go-to source for insights about religion, leadership, vocation and generations. Barna is an independent, privately-held, nonpartisan organization based in Dallas–Fort Worth, Texas.

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Yeastar Unveils PBX-inbuilt Hotel Management Module to Transform Hotel Operations

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XIAMEN, China, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Yeastar, a global leader in Unified Communications (UC) solutions, has launched a groundbreaking Hotel Management module integrated into its P-Series Phone System. Tailored for small and medium-sized hotels, this new feature combines hospitality communications with lightweight property management to streamline hotel daily operations and enhance guest satisfaction.

The Hotel Management Module provides a comprehensive suite of hospitality-centric features with dedicated service panels. With it, hotel staff can efficiently manage room assignments, guest check-ins/outs, housekeeping updates, wake-up calls, room moves, service billing, and more day-to-day operations with just a few clicks in one unified interface.  Back-office features such as custom room status, class of service, guest stay history, call accounting, and branded invoice are also included to further optimize workflows.

For small-scale hotels, the PBX-inbuilt hotel management provides a cost-efficient way to simplify day-to-day hotel operations without incurring the high costs of traditional property management systems. Hotel staff can effortlessly handle guest services, room management, and hotel communications in one unified system, eliminating the complexity of juggling multiple platforms. This ease of use reduces training time and improves operational efficiency, ultimately enhancing the guest experience.

“The addition of the Hotel Management module to our P-Series Phone System underscores Yeastar’s commitment to delivering value-added hotel communications solution,” said Arya Zhou, Head of Global Sales at Yeastar. “As hotels seek to enhance their operational efficiency and guest experience, our all-in-one solution offers the tools they need to succeed in a competitive market.”

Key Advantages of Yeastar P-Series Phone System for Hospitality

Unify all future-proof UC capabilities for scalable business growth, including PBX, call center, live chat, SMS, omnichannel messaging, Linkus UC Clients, and more.PBX-inbuilt Hotel Management module for lightweight hotel managementSupport a wide range of PMS integrations including Oracle Hospitality OperaSupport auto-provisioning 400+ popular hotel phone models in the marketEffortless deployment & excellent compatibility in different hotel setups

About Yeastar

Yeastar makes digital value easily accessible from ownership and adoption to daily usage and management by transforming how businesses connect and communicate. Yeastar has established itself as a leading provider of UC solutions with a strong ecosystem, a global network of channel partners, and over 450,000 customers worldwide. For more information about Yeastar or to become a Yeastar partner, please visit https://www.yeastar.com/.

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29,999,999,950 LTSC Transferred to Bluegrace Energy Bolivia Administrative Escrow Digital Wallet on Jan 10, 2025, at 05:46:24 AM UTC

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WILMINGTON, Del., Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The underlying contract for billions of metric tonnes of voluntary market carbon offset was executed on Jan 1, 2025, and the transaction completed on Jan 10, 2025, marks a significant step forward in establishing LTSC as the foremost stablecoin digital currency facilitating seamless exchange between carbon offset providers and sellers.

Mr. Jean Bilala, Executive Chairman of Letscoin, stated that he is ready to proceed to the final step of the conversion of LTSC vs USDT. The contractual obligation and settlement of this placement will be done in parallel with the confirmation of the global carbon credit offset buyers.

When asked about the exit buyers’ confirmation and the market demand for this carbon credit offset, Dr. Thana Balan, the co-founder of LTSC, answered that the business is comprised of users that require carbon offsets. Given the global implementation of utilizing carbon credits to offset carbon footprints, this assists global businesses in achieving net zero emissions by 2050.

This process is ongoing, and it is a mandatory requirement that every industry producing a sizeable carbon footprint balances its carbon output with offsets. Industries such as airline operators, mining, oil & gas refining, and processing companies are all fully engaged. Any business that has a carbon footprint will need carbon credit offsets to operate in the very near future.

Regulations are already in place globally, which are implemented and followed. Letscoin is not alone in becoming the digital currency facilitator for this transaction. Associate, Kyoto Transformation Xchange (KTX), is developing a carbon credit tokenization system. This will include creating the system to identify measures and justify the value of the carbon footprint of all industries, land, agro facilities, reserve Amazon mapping, and more.

During their recent R&D technology meetings in Jakarta, Indonesia, and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, KTX introduced rocket science and AI drone facility owners to collaborate and execute their mission of being the associated partner of LTSC.

The achievement of LTSC being the digital exchange medium connecting the trade of carbon credit offsets between providers and the end buyer is an important move to the stability and sustainability of LTSC in the digital stablecoin race globally.

LTSC has structured the “payment gateway” algorithm, generated automatically, which will become a user-friendly online application that can be adopted by any level of basic digital competency. Dr. Thana’s team has the mission to implement plans to facilitate local exchange trading for goods and services that is easily accessible by using the complementary currency programs.

With the adoption of agriculture and forestry lands in Indonesia, Africa, and South America under the agro and carbon footprint mapping, significant milestones have been achieved.

When asked about the execution schedules, Dr. Thana said the execution will be divided into various sectors:

Preservation of carbon footprintTrading of carbon offsetDigitalization of carbon footprint and data management

“Our main focus will be completing the exit sales of the current contract with Bluegrace/LTSC/USDT for the 3 billion metric tonnes of carbon credit offsets. End buyers’ confirmation has been obtained for the tabletop meeting with Bluegrace, which has been requested for Jan 20, 2025, in Europe.”

LTSC believes this meeting will be a great achievement and herald the completion of all the contract commitments signed on Jan 1, 2025, to the executors and the global carbon exchange market.

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Empowering Businesses of All Sizes: MyGuava Business Offers a New Standard in Financial Solutions

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LONDON, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In today’s fast-growing world, businesses need more than traditional banking services – they require innovative financial tools tailored to their specific needs. MyGuava Business is focused on meeting these demands, offering a ground-breaking platform that caters to businesses of all sizes.

Tailored Solutions for Every Business Size

One of the defining features of MyGuava Business is its bespoke quality. The platform is designed to support businesses of every size and industry, offering flexibility that ensures no one is left behind. Start-ups and small businesses benefit from straightforward, easy-to-use tools that promote growth without unnecessary complexity.

Transparent and Competitive Pricing

At a time when hidden fees and unclear pricing structures are all too common, MyGuava Business stands apart with its transparent and competitive rates. Businesses can plan their budgets confidently, knowing there won’t be any unexpected costs. For small businesses, this affordability is an essential requirement.

Seamless Onboarding and User Experience

The platform’s user-friendly interface makes navigation intuitive, ensuring that even those without extensive technical expertise can get started quickly. Clear dashboards, always accessible customer support and step-by-step guidance make MyGuava Business a platform that any business can adopt with ease.

Comprehensive Product Offerings: Covering Every Aspect of the Financial Sector

MyGuava Business goes beyond traditional financial management by offering a diverse range of services that cover all payment needs, whether the business transacts in person or online. From business accounts simplifying cross-border payments to payment terminals, e-commerce solutions, cards, payment links and invoice creation, the platform provides businesses with versatile tools to seamlessly manage transactions.

Built In-House with Customer Needs in Mind

What truly sets MyGuava Business apart is that it is a comprehensive end-to-end payments solution provider – a direct result of its in-house development. Unlike many platforms that rely on third-party tools, every feature of MyGuava Business is purpose-built to meet the unique needs of its users.

A Vision for the Future of Business Finance

MyGuava Business is more than just a financial platform – it’s a partner in growth. By combining affordability, adaptability, and a customer-centric design, it offers businesses the tools they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world.

In a world where adaptability and efficiency are crucial, MyGuava Business is the financial partner every business deserves. Discover more at myguava.com/business.

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Nikki Suleymanova
Nigar.suleymanova@guavapay.com
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