If you are connected to social media, you have probably seen plenty of buzz in the last week surrounding Google's new "Facebook killer," Google Plus. This entry into the already-crowded online social world presents church leaders with one more opportunity for connection and growth, if approached well. Social media is a huge topic in ministry – how can we best use it to reach and grow others? What problems does the medium present, and how can we best avoid them? Margaret Feinberg, a member of the BuildingChurchLeaders.com advisory panel, recently lead a "Social Media Bootcamp" breakout panel at the Bayside Thrive conference. She spoke with Lauren Hunter of ChurchTechToday on how the church can better use social media:

1. How has social media technology affected your faith and profession as a Christian author?I don't think social media has affected my faith as much as it has opened up avenues for the way I express my faith and journey with Christ. Whether it's trying to sum up a God-moment ...