Episode Details

If you’ve ever sat down to write your ministry update and thought, “What do I even say?” or “This feels like a chore”—this episode is for you.

In today’s episode, I’m walking you through a practical, step-by-step framework for writing email ministry updates that your donors will actually want to read.

We’ll cover:

• Why regular communication keeps donors connected and giving
• The 5 steps to writing an effective ministry update email
• How to craft subject lines that make donors the hero
• Why starting with the problem increases engagement
• One clear call to action every email needs

Plus, I’ll share bonus tips on how to keep your updates skimmable, story-driven, and relational! 

Grab the free guide that goes with it here:

https://www.irisstorytelling.com/guide

👉 Work with me one-on-one to clarify your fundraising message, remove the guilt around asking, and create consistent donor communication that actually works.

https://irisstorytelling.com/coaching

👉 Grab your free Ministry Newsletter Guide to easily write updates your donors want to read.

https://irisstorytelling.com/guide

👉 Join the free community for women ministry leaders who fundraise — a place for encouragement, prayer, and learning how to use storytelling to connect with donors.

https://irisstorytelling.com/community

Connect with me:

lisa@irisstorytelling.com

https://irisstorytelling.com