5 Types of Church Technology You Will Want to Embrace Right Now

There is a lot of debate about the biggest challenge churches face today. Some will say that it’s a lack of unity. Others will point to a lack of community.

The fact is that there are fewer people attending church and more people who identify as non-religious. Church attendance has dropped significantly over the last 20 years.

In order to reach people where they are, you need to be online and utilize church technology. Read on to discover the top technologies for your church.

1. Live Streaming Tools

“For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.” —Matthew 18:20

In light of the coronavirus pandemic, churches have had to adapt to these changing times and limit the number of people in attendance. Many churches had to discontinue Sunday services and community functions.

In order to continue the rhythm of the church, and to worship in community, you need to have some kind of live streaming service to broadcast your services and community events.

Some churches will broadcast Sunday services on YouTube or Facebook. They’ll then offer smaller community events like bible study on Zoom.

2. Church Website

A website is a must because people expect your church to have one. They go there to find information about the church and to learn more about the community. It will also get your site listed in search engines, which is necessary if you want to attract new parishioners.

You can use your website as a complete resource. Parishioners can go to the website to learn about events and download the latest service bulletin.

Your site needs to be optimized for mobile devices. More people, both young and old access the internet on a mobile device.

3. Online Giving Platform

Donations to the church are going to take a significant drop this year because people aren’t attending Sunday services. You can turn the tide by offering parishioners the opportunity to give online.

This is a platform that integrates with your website and accounting software. People can set up regular giving intervals or one-time donations.  

4. Accounting and Payroll

Financial stewardship is an important part of managing your church. Having a complete accounting and payroll solution will help you manage the church finances.

Everyone responsible for the financial well-being of the church can be held accountable and have access to the same system and reports.

5. Church Management System

A church management system can keep track of your entire church. There are some management systems, such as Icon Church Management, which can handle many of the tasks listed here.

There are some church management systems that are so robust, you’ll end up paying for more features than you need. You want to prioritize your needs and find the solution that matches them.

Invest in Church Technology for a Stronger Community

As more people turn to online resources for worship and information, you need to adapt accordingly. Church technologies can bridge the gap between your parish and the church.

You need to assess what church technology is right for your parish. You’ll definitely need a website and some live streaming capabilities. You’ll also need a robust church management system that can help you keep track of

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