ChMeetings Updates for February 2024

This February, the ChMeetings Team worked on improving your and your communities’ experiences, both online and in church. We’re thrilled to share the new features with you below.   Service Planning The Service Planning feature that we released on February 1st, but announced with our previous updates, has been enhanced with the ability to edit and delete template names, as well as to download as .pdf or share the plan as a direct link, on Facebook or Twitter/X, or via Email.    Events When organizing recurring...

Youth Group Discussion Topics

The purpose of a youth group is to foster discussion with young people about their lives and how their faith develops. You can help young followers make intelligent decisions and overcome the pressures they experience in their daily lives. It is through these youth groups that people can learn more about themselves and feel confident about who they are. These participants can also feel more in touch with their faith. You can plan youth group discussions with various themes where you...

Church Leadership Training

In church leadership, Jesus' teachings, particularly from Matthew 20, offer insightful perspectives. Here, leadership is portrayed not as a position of dominance, but as one of service and support to others. The ideal church leader is, therefore, one who acts with compassion and dedication, always prioritizing the welfare and spiritual journey of the community. This concept is pivotal in the development and training of church leaders. Such individuals should be deeply committed to mirroring the teachings of Christ, focusing on fostering...

Church Conferences in 2024

As we find ourselves in February 2024, church leaders are already experiencing the impactful unfolding’s of this year's church conferences. These events, currently underway and scheduled throughout the year, are proving to be pivotal in shaping modern ministry approaches. Offering a blend of traditional wisdom and innovative practices, these conferences are essential meeting points for spiritual leaders seeking to navigate the current trends and challenges of their vocations. These conferences are not just yearly occurrences but pivotal moments of connection and...

How to Create a Church Facebook Page

Your church represents a vibrant hub of worship and community, committed to sharing and celebrating the teachings of Christ. In this digital era, an effective strategy to amplify your message is through harnessing the power of social media. Facebook, with its extensive global reach, provides a unique platform to connect with your congregation and beyond. Creating a Facebook page for your church opens up numerous opportunities. You’ll create a digital space that reflects the essence and mission of your church. A well-curated...

ChMeetings Updates for January 2024

January 2024 has already passed, so we are already well within the new year and ready to share what we worked on since its beginning. We focused on features that let you better manage your time and events through more effective planning and that enhance your team’s and members’ experience on our platform. Here is what’s new in ChMeetings for January 2024:   Appointments If your team is organizing meetings between themselves or with church members or guests, now they can do this...

How to Write a Church Mission

The mission statement of a church transcends being a mere sentence on a website; it is an essential embodiment of the church's identity, its spiritual compass, and guiding principle. It's a profound declaration that captures the essence of how a church interprets and imparts the teachings of Christ and the Holy Bible. This statement acts as a beacon, not just illuminating the church's path but also engaging its members, inviting them to strive towards betterment and a deeper understanding of...

How ChMeetings Grew in 2023 and What’s Next in 2024

Happy New Year, everyone! The ChMeetings team hopes this New Year brings your wishes to life.  A new year is also an opportunity to reflect on everything we accomplished together last year and share our excitement for what comes next. Without further ado, here are our 2023 feature highlights and a look at the features we’ll be launching soon in 2024.   2023 Highlights In 2023 we have brought various new features that enhance church activity in terms of communication, participation, online presence, contribution...

ChMeetings Updates for December 2023

As 2023 draws to a close, the ChMeetings team has been working on paving the way for future developments next year. We have added new features for Coptic Dioceses and enhanced the Builder. We improved contributions, people-related features, and user access.  Builder We have enhanced the Builder with new settings, such as a banner image slider for the homepage and light and dark mode appearances for pages. The appearance settings are only available for the branded app. Additionally, there is a new...

Bridging Faith and Technology: How AI Can Empower Churches and Pastors

1- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence What is Artificial Intelligence? Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence in machines, programmed to think like humans and mimic their actions. It encompasses everything from simple rule-based systems to complex algorithms that can learn and adapt over time. AI has become a transformative force in various industries, reshaping how we live and work. Meaning of AI The meaning of AI goes beyond mere computation. It represents a paradigm shift in how we interact with technology,...