Are you wondering how to successfully launch Text In Church at your church? Tyler Smith, co-founder, and CEO of Text In Church shares five simple steps to help you make a significant impact on your ministry's communication.
1. Welcome Speech and Slides:
What to do: Mention Text In Church in your welcome speech and display it on slides.
Why: Reinforce the message by including it before, during, and after service for several weeks.
2. Save the Number:
What to do: Encourage people to save your Church's Text In Church phone number in their phones.
Why: A saved contact with your Church's name makes text messages more personal. Enables easy communication for questions or prayer requests.
3. Leadership Support:
What to do: Get key leaders on board, including volunteers and staff to use texting in their communication strategies. Learn how to talk to your leadership here.
Why: Having leadership backing adds credibility and encourages adoption.
4. Pre-launch Messages:
What to do: Prepare text and email messages before the official launch.
Why: Demonstrate the effectiveness of Text In Church from day one. Shows members how the platform works and builds confidence in its use.
5. Consistent Use:
What to do: Commit to using Text In Church consistently for 6 to 12 months.
Why: Understand how the platform works, identify what resonates, and optimize your communication strategy. Engage with your community for guest follow-up, member communication, event invitations, and more.
Achieve success with Text In Church by following these steps. Consistency is key, so commit to using the platform effectively for long-term impact. Need help perfecting your welcome speech? Check out our recommended video with tips for a warm welcome in your launch plan.
Questions? Don't hesitate to reach out, we're always happy to help 😄support@textinchurch.com
