Making Your Website Merry
Let's talk about getting your church’s website ready for Christmas without adding too much more to your already full plate. We know December brings extra tasks for everyone on your team. These ideas will help you make smart and easy website updates that help your people find what they need quickly!
1. Christmas Service Times Front and Center — Put your Christmas service times and details right on your homepage. Make it impossible to miss! This helps both regular attendees and newcomers quickly find the info they need.
2. Create a Dedicated Christmas Page — Set up a special page just for Christmas. (churchname.com/christmas) Include service times, what to expect, and any special events. Use this link for all your ads, social posts, and invite cards.
3. Sprinkle Some Christmas Joy with Free Downloads — Add a section for festive Christmas downloads. Think advent devos to keep hearts focused, festive coloring pages for little ones (and the young at heart!), and conversation starters for family gatherings or dinner with neighbors. These resources can help your church family make the most of the season while sharing the Christmas spirit with others.
4. Add a Christmas Service Countdown — Put a countdown timer on your homepage showing days until Christmas services. Include service times and a "Save to Calendar" button right below it so families can plan ahead.
5. Build an Online Christmas Volunteer Hub — Make a dedicated page where people can sign up to serve during Christmas - from greeting to decorating to helping with children's programs. Include shift times and role descriptions.
6. Design a Christmas Outreach Page — Apart from Christmas services, share ways your church is serving the community during the season - like toy drives or meal deliveries. Add clear info about how people can donate, volunteer, or nominate families in need.
7. Create a Christmas Devotional Space — Set up a special section with daily Advent readings, family discussion guides, and Christmas worship playlists. Make it easy for families to follow along at home throughout December. This could be one page updated daily or weekly, or a blog space where each devo can be shared.
8. Add a Christmas Events Calendar — Build an interactive calendar showing all your Christmas activities - from choir practice to youth parties to service times. Let people filter by ministry area and add events to their personal calendars.
Start with one change today - even something as simple as adding your Christmas service times to your homepage makes a difference.
Need help with design or feeling stuck? Our Web Squad is here! Drop us a message, and we'll help you make your church’s website clear and compelling in the New Year!
