The Propel Podcast

In this session, Dr. Witzel explores how churches can build meaningful connections and make disciples in an increasingly digital world. Drawing on years of experience in digital evangelism and research into online relationship-building, he introduces a practical framework for helping churches move beyond simply having a digital presence to creating intentional pathways that lead people toward deeper engagement and discipleship. 

Rather than treating websites, social media, and online content as isolated tools, this presentation shows how you can work together to build trust, foster relationships, and guide people toward real-life spiritual community. 

Dr. Witzel also shares insights into the role of consistency, strategic communication, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence in supporting ministry efforts. At its core, this message is a reminder that digital ministry is not about collecting clicks or followers; it’s about helping people take their next step toward Jesus. 

Creators and Guests

Host
Larry Witzel
Respected innovator at intersection of technology and ministry. Marketing nerd. Computer geek. Founder of SermonView. Servant of God and friend to humankind.

What is The Propel Podcast?

Welcome to the Propel Podcast, inspiration and innovation to grow your church, hosted by Larry Witzel. This podcast offers every presentation from the annual Propel Conference on church growth.

Our goal is to offer practical training for effective evangelism in the Seventh-day Adventist ministry context, but we know the principles we talk about here are applicable in many other churches, as well. So, wherever you’re doing ministry, welcome to the Propel Podcast!

The 2026 Propel Conference will be in Silver Spring, MD, April 12–15, 2026!