{"id":53,"date":"2017-10-15T09:30:14","date_gmt":"2017-10-15T09:30:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.christianwebhost.com\/blog\/?p=53"},"modified":"2022-08-31T21:30:51","modified_gmt":"2022-09-01T01:30:51","slug":"5-simple-ways-improve-church-website","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.christianwebhost.com\/blog\/5-simple-ways-improve-church-website\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Simple Ways to Improve Your Church Website"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-54 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.christianwebhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/church-website-christian-web-host--1024x646.jpg\" alt=\"church website\" width=\"525\" height=\"331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.christianwebhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/church-website-christian-web-host--1024x646.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.christianwebhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/church-website-christian-web-host--300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.christianwebhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/church-website-christian-web-host--768x484.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.christianwebhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/church-website-christian-web-host-.jpg 1736w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A church website builds strong bonds in local communities and with the 320 million people that are online in North America.<\/p>\n<p>By following these five simple steps, a church can spread their message to those that need it most.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong> Have A Welcome Video<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Putting a welcome video on a church website gives viewers an introduction to the pastor and community.<\/p>\n<p>First impressions are important. A good video will provide potential members with an overview of the church and its leaders.<\/p>\n<p>The video doesn&#8217;t need to be anything fancy. A simple message of acceptance and love goes a long way.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong> Have a Back Catalog of Recorded Sermons<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Preaching from the pulpit doesn&#8217;t have to only reach those in attendance.<\/p>\n<p>By putting sermons online, a church accomplishes a few goals. For one, it allows the sick and elderly members to attend when they can&#8217;t make it to service.<\/p>\n<p>Second, it spreads the message to a wider audience. Even if someone lives in another state or country, they will be able to hear the word of God.<\/p>\n<p>Video sermons also bring in new members. 46% of church-goers select a\u00a0place to visit online.\u00a0Watching the last few sermons will make their decision easier.<\/p>\n<p>Recording can fall to a deacon, college student, or a company such as\u00a0Viva Media digital video.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong> Create a Page For New Members<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Many people want to go to church but are self-conscious about joining a new community.<\/p>\n<p>The best way to reach out to the shy types is to show that they are welcome.<\/p>\n<p>Create a page for new members and prospective visitors to ask questions and introduce themselves.<\/p>\n<p>Ask long-time members to form a welcoming team. They will be responsible for answering questions and inviting people to attend service.<\/p>\n<p>By using this strategy, a church showcases the best qualities of fellowship.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong> Create a Newsletter<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Have visitors sign up for a weekly email that showcases the church&#8217;s projects. The email can also include member profiles and donation drives.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.christianwebhost.com\/blog\/6-wedding-accessories-elegant-church-wedding\/\">Wedding announcements<\/a>\u00a0can be put into the letter as well.<\/p>\n<p>Having a small section written by the pastor is a great way to draw a personal connection between members and their leader.<\/p>\n<p>The key is to create regular communication and build a sense of community. A church that rallies its members together can do amazing things.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong> Start A Blog on The Church Website<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Blogs are important for many reasons. First, it helps SEO rankings.<\/p>\n<p>An updated blog shows Google and other search engines that a page is active. Pages with current content rank higher in search results. It is then easier for people to find you online.<\/p>\n<p>Blogs also give the church a voice. It lets readers know what is going on and enables them to share blog posts on social media, spreading the message even further.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Take Your Website Further<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Standing out from the crowd is important online.<\/p>\n<p>Since 1997, we have helped churches across the world spread the word of God. We were called to serve God and bring the world to his light.<\/p>\n<p>We use the internet for his glory, knowing that it&#8217;s the best tool to reach all corners of the world.<\/p>\n<p>We help churches expand their reach through domains and web hosting. For more information about our services,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.christianwebhost.com\/contact.html\">contact us anytime<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A church website builds strong bonds in local communities and with the 320 million people that are online in North America. By following these five simple steps, a church can spread their message to those that need it most. 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