Multimedia for Modern Faith: Inside Progressive Church Media’s Mission
Nationwide – December 15, 2024(USANews.com) – Progressive Church Media (PCM) is reshaping the way faith communities engage with worship and ministry through innovative, inclusive, and high-quality multimedia resources. Founded by Mike Mitchell, a dedicated visual ministry volunteer turned CEO, PCM addresses a long-standing gap in the market for faith-based media that aligns with the values of progressive-minded churches.The journey to PCM began when Mitchell recognized a pressing need within his church community. "I volunteered to help with the visual ministry at my church," Mitchell recalls. "But I quickly found there were few quality visuals that matched our values. For example, Jesus was not blond with blue eyes, but that's what a lot of the available options showed. I started PCM to address this need." With this realization, Mitchell launched PCM to offer faith communities access to multimedia resources that respect and reflect their diverse beliefs and traditions.
PCM specializes in creating video loops, PowerPoint templates, graphics, and social media templates at accessible price points. However, it’s the company’s commitment to inclusion and authenticity that sets it apart. For decades, many churches faced limited choices for visual media, often having to rely on culturally inaccurate or non-inclusive representations of biblical figures and religious themes. PCM provides an alternative, offering ethnically accurate depictions of major biblical figures and materials in both English and Spanish. This ensures that faith communities no longer have to compromise their values to achieve professional-grade visuals.
The company’s catalog goes beyond traditional offerings by addressing topics often overlooked by other providers. PCM features multimedia resources that celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, highlight the role of women in ministry, and commemorate significant cultural events such as Black History Month and the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Additionally, the platform extends its reach to other world religions, including Judaism and Buddhism, and celebrates global holidays such as Lunar New Year. By doing so, PCM is bridging gaps not only within the Christian faith but also across diverse religious and cultural traditions.
"There are far more progressive-minded Christian churches out there than people realize," Mitchell explains. "Part of the mission of PCM is to help those churches 'market' themselves in a more professional manner. Because there is a large audience hungry to hear the message they preach." PCM equips these churches with tools to visually express their unique messages, reinforcing their values and creating meaningful worship experiences.
A key feature of PCM’s mission is affordability. Many smaller churches and communities struggle to find high-quality resources that fit within their budgets. PCM offers competitively priced products, making professional-grade visuals accessible to congregations of all sizes. This democratization of worship multimedia ensures that all faith communities, regardless of their financial standing, can engage their audiences with compelling and meaningful visuals.
The company’s expansion into bilingual resources is another testament to its commitment to inclusivity. With a growing number of congregations serving Spanish-speaking communities, PCM recognizes the importance of providing resources that resonate with diverse linguistic audiences. These offerings further solidify PCM's position as a leader in multicultural and inclusive worship media.
Mitchell’s vision for PCM is rooted in the belief that worship should be a visually enriching and affirming experience. By offering resources that reflect the diversity of faith communities, PCM enables churches to connect more deeply with their congregations. "Churches shouldn't have to choose between professional visuals and imagery that matches their beliefs," Mitchell emphasizes. "They can, and should, have both."
As PCM continues to grow, its impact on the faith community is undeniable. From small congregations to larger ministries, progressive-minded churches now have the tools they need to create worship experiences that are both visually stunning and theologically resonant. Through its dedication to inclusion, authenticity, and accessibility, Progressive Church Media is not just a provider of multimedia resources—it’s a partner in faith, innovation, and community.
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