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Low-Cost Church SEO Strategies to Stop the 20-Year Membership Decline

When people search “churches near me,” will they find you? In this episode of the Church Growth and Giving Show, we walk you through a clear, easy-to-follow plan to improve your church’s online visibility through SEO, Google Business Profile, local citations, and website optimization. 📍 Key Moments: ⏱️ 00:00 – How Churches Get Found Online Hooking the Audience with Real-World Relevance Jordan and Andy kick off by discussing how "churches near me" searches are crucial to growing church communities, especially for newcomers. ⏱️ 01:40 – Demystifying SEO for Churches SEO Isn’t Rocket Science They break down SEO basics in a relatable way, emphasizing that it's about clarity and visibility rather than complexity. ⏱️ 04:18 – Google Business Profile: Your Digital Front Door Set Up for Maximum Visibility Explains why the free Google Business Profile is the most powerful local SEO tool and how to optimize it with photos, updates, and Q&A. ⏱️ 07:05 – Free Resource: Church SEO Study Guide Get the Downloadable Guide Here Introduces the free resource: a comprehensive SEO study guide with links, templates, and tips to set up citations and Google profiles effectively. ⏱️ 08:34 – Build Trust with Directory Citations Consistency Across the Web is Key Details the importance of being listed on platforms like Yelp, Church Finder, and local directories with consistent info to boost credibility and SEO. ⏱️ 10:57 – On-Page SEO Essentials for Church Websites Improve Website Content and Structure Covers core website optimizations: using clear keywords, meta descriptions, proper header tags, and optimizing images with alt text. ⏱️ 13:58 – Understanding Keywords: Practical & Spiritual Target the Right Audience Effectively Teaches how to find and balance keywords that address both logistical and spiritual search intents using tools like Answer the Public. ⏱️ 14:45 – Tracking Success with Google Tools Measure What’s Working (For Free!) Shows how to use Google Analytics and Search Console to track SEO performance, visitor behavior, and identify areas for improvement. ⏱️ 16:52 – Total Online Presence Strategy SEO, Social Media & Content All Linked Wraps up with how to integrate SEO with social media and newsletters to form a unified, efficient strategy for expanding church reach. ⏱️ 20:00 – Where to Get Free Resources Key takeaways: Included in this episode: 🎁 Get your Free Marketing Guide now: https://www.vancopayments.com/egiving... 👉 Free SEO Course: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... 👉 Free Course Study Guide for SEO for Churches: https://www.vancopayments.com/egiving... 🎁Free Guide on SEO for Churches: https://www.vancopayments.com/egiving... 🔔 Subscribe for more resources:    / @vancoservices   📣 Share this with another ministry leader who needs it.