TL;DR: Digital Ministry News Recap 

• Resi: Five things Church websites get wrong.

• ChurchTrac Software: Why Church websites must be mobile friendly.

• ChurchTrac Software: Lack of website speed kills.

• ChurchTrac Software: Leveling up your Church website.

Five Things Church Websites Get Wrong

Resi shares “5 things church websites get wrong” (4-minute read), outlining common mistakes like outdated content, poor mobile optimization, and unclear messaging while offering solutions such as regular updates, mobile-friendly design, and clear calls-to-action. This practical guide helps Churches enhance their digital presence and outreach by addressing problems and providing actionable strategies for improvement.

Church Websites: Why Mobile Friendly?

ChurchTrac Software shares “Why Your Church Website MUST Be Mobile Friendly (And How to Fix It)“ (1-minute watch), explaining a key reason for making your Church website mobile-friendly and providing two tips for improving mobile-friendliness.

Church Websites: (Lack of) Speed Kills?

ChurchTrac Software shares “This Is KILLING Your Church's Website“ (1 minute watch), giving an interesting analogy comparing website page load speed to obstacles at your Church’s front door and providing two tips for improving page load speed. Pro tip: Google’s PageSpeed Insights is a popular tool for starting the journey.

Level-up Your Church Website

ChurchTrac Software shares “Pro Tip: Take Your Website to the Next Level“ (4 minute watch), highlighting strategies like simplifying navigation (1-2 clicks to vital info like service times), focusing on one clear call-to-action (e.g., “Plan Your Visit”), and using authentic photos with welcoming messages to create an inviting homepage. These strategies enhance user experience and visitor engagement for church websites.

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