{"id":30661,"date":"2021-02-24T10:09:25","date_gmt":"2021-02-24T15:09:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sharefaithblog.wpengine.com\/?p=30661"},"modified":"2021-02-25T12:16:59","modified_gmt":"2021-02-25T17:16:59","slug":"5-ways-to-improve-your-church-website-for-easter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sharefaith.com\/blog\/2021\/02\/5-ways-to-improve-your-church-website-for-easter\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways to Improve Your Church Website for Easter"},"content":{"rendered":"

Easter is like the Super Bowl for churches. It\u2019s one of the most important days of the year because of what it represents, and it\u2019s also one of the highest attended services\u00a0<\/span>annually.\u00a0<\/span>The Christian faith rests on the idea that Jesus was resurrected after three days in the tomb<\/span>. What a day to celebrate!\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

With so much emphasis on th<\/span>is spring<\/span>\u00a0holiday, your church website should reflect how amazing your Easter services are going to be. Check out the tips below to improve your online presence this Resurrection Sunday.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Have a welcoming home page<\/h3>\n

Many people only\u00a0<\/span>visit<\/span>\u00a0church on big holidays, like Christmas and Easter. These are also days that new people feel more comfortable\u00a0<\/span>checking out<\/span>\u00a0a church service because of tradition or\u00a0<\/span>simply knowing that other new people will also be\u00a0<\/span>attending<\/span>. With that, you\u2019ll want the home page of your website to be inviting and informative<\/span>\u00a0because most people discover their new church through online searches.\u00a0<\/span>Include your church\u2019s regular service times, the location address, and include an obvious link to stream your Easter service\u00a0<\/span>for those that are unable to attend in person.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t forget to promote your Easter services out front. Include a hero image using one of\u00a0<\/span>Sharefaith\u2019s<\/span>\u00a0incredible\u00a0<\/span>Easter<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>graphics<\/span><\/a>,\u00a0<\/span>customized with your church\u2019s specific message and branding. Inc<\/span>orporate<\/span>\u00a0the times for the special services and any other important information people might need to know about Easter at your church.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Include an Easter-specific landing\u00a0page<\/h3>\n

Be sure\u00a0<\/span>all<\/span>\u00a0your promotions leading up to Easter point to a specific page on your website where congregants and seekers can find the\u00a0<\/span>information<\/span>\u00a0they need to make it to service. Include your\u00a0<\/span>themed graphic\/hero image, along with any pertinent info, such as Easter service times and any special events that will be happening, like an Easter egg hunt or\u00a0<\/span>unique k<\/span>ids’<\/span>\u00a0services.\u00a0<\/span>Since Easter is a very family-oriented tradition, don\u2019t forget to include what the children will be doing during service, whether in children\u2019s ministry or provide resources for online church.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Create a next-steps\u00a0section<\/h3>\n

With\u00a0<\/span>all<\/span>\u00a0the new attendees you\u2019ll get to welcome on Easter, you will want to have an online space for them to find their next steps. During service you might have a welcome card or gift and collect their\u00a0<\/span>information, but<\/span>\u00a0having a \u201cnext steps\u201d section on your\u00a0<\/span>church website will help these newcomers feel welcomed. They\u2019ll know how to get connected, whether that\u2019s through small groups or a membership class. Maybe you will include resources for new\u00a0<\/span>believers<\/span>\u00a0so they know how to start reading the Bible or how to pray. You don\u2019t want peo<\/span>ple to only show up for one Easter service, so providing a next-steps page will encourage them to grow in their faith and\u00a0<\/span>become consistent members<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

4. How to get involved<\/h3>\n

From your main home page,\u00a0<\/span>incorporate<\/span>\u00a0a tab or link for attendees to get involved. Encourage those people who show up every Easter or who have been attending off and on to really get p<\/span>lugged in. This page could include events that your church is hosting<\/span>\u00a0and<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>the various ministries they could serve in.\u00a0<\/span>I<\/span>nform<\/span>\u00a0them<\/span>\u00a0about the process it takes to become a volunteer and high<\/span>l<\/span>ight how they can become a blessing to others.\u00a0<\/span>When individuals commit their time to serving in the church, the more likely they are to attend and give on a regular basis,\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span>also<\/span>\u00a0invite others to join them on their incredible faith journey.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Revamp your online giving page<\/h3>\n

It may seem a little awkward to dive into the topic of giving on a holiday where there are so many new people. However, many individuals and families enjoy participating in blessing the church and community<\/span>. Make giving easy with an accessible giving page, which could also be linked to the all-inclusive mobile app. This allows congregants to donate\u00a0<\/span>with their credit card or bank account\u00a0<\/span>securely online<\/span>\u00a0straight from their phone. With\u00a0<\/span>Sharefaith<\/span>\u00a0Giving<\/span><\/a>,\u00a0<\/span>easily integrate online giving\u00a0<\/span>straight<\/span>\u00a0to your website or church app.<\/span>\u00a0You might be surprised how many people will choose to give when the opportunity is readily available.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Free Easter Webinar<\/h2>\n

Easter is an incredible o<\/span>ccasion<\/span>\u00a0to share the gospel with people that normally don\u2019t attend church, and it\u2019s also a beautiful day to celebrate<\/span>\u00a0with fellow believers<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>all that Christ has done to redeem His Church<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0If you want more tips to make Easter at your church even more successful, click here<\/a> to join the FREE\u00a0<\/span>Sharefaith<\/span>\u00a0Easter webinar.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Sharefaith Easter Sale<\/h2>\n

BONUS: Starting March 1, use the code Easter2021<\/em> <\/strong>to get a discount on our yearly plans when you sign up as a new member or upgrade your existing Sharefaith membership.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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