The average American congregation is 75 people* 90% of all American congregations have 350 people or less* 96% of all Canadian congregations have 350 people or less* The majority of churches are small groups of believers who faithfully gather together, honoring Christ...
A powerful winter storm moved into the eastern part of the United States and there was much anticipation and preparation. The news reporters told us this could be the “biggest storm in recorded history.” Frightening! We heard reminders to “check on your loved ones.”...
Exciting News! In December, 2014 Online Church Directory published an updated mobile app with many new features and functions. Some of the updated functions include: • One touch texting • Photo Uploading–members can upload individual and family photos directly...
In my previous career, I served as the Adult Ministries Director at a large church in Southern Indiana. One of my primary responsibilities was member care. I was responsible for being aware of and tending to the needs, cares, and concerns of our members. I spent a...
In addition to being available in the Google Play and iTunes stores, our online member directory mobile app is now available in the Amazon App Store and can be used on iPhones, iPads, iMacs, Android devices, the Kindle and Kindle Fire! The customer reviews continue to...
Our mission in providing an online church member directory is to support and aid the church and its workers in their mission to make disciples of Christ and to bring hope and peace to the world around us. We understand that life’s pace is hectic and sometimes...
Social media is a powerful and beneficial tool, but like all tools, can be dangerous if not handled carefully. As parents, we must remain keenly aware of the pitfalls and dangers of social media in order to protect and support our children. And children must learn...
Holy Thursday, or Maundy Thursday, but not Monday Thursday. Why Maundy Thursday? Maundy comes from the Latin word, mandatum, meaning commandment. In the Christian tradition, we celebrate this day as the day Jesus ate his last supper with the disciples in an upper room...
Holy Wednesday. In the Christian tradition we observe today as the day Judas, a friend and follower of Jesus, chose to betray Him for 30 silver coins, reportedly, the common price for a slave. “Then Judas went to the chief priests and asked, “How much will...
In the Christian tradition, today is Holy Tuesday, one day closer to what we observe as Good Friday, the day of crucifixion. Our Bible tells the stories of Jesus continuing to teach in Jerusalem. The crowds following Him continue to grow. The religious leaders...